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News Analysis

The Effects a Government Shutdown Has on Roofing

Shutdown may impact OSHA enforcement, E-Verify and federal projects

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

October 7, 2025

The federal government's shutdown will primarily impact federal contractors and subcontractors, but other contractors will also experience disruptions and a reduction in OSHA enforcement if the shutdown continues.

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2025 Young Guns

Young Guns 2025: Self-Starters

Standout roofing contractors under the age of 40 continue pushing their limits to drive success

Art Aisner

October 3, 2025

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RC’s latest crop of young roofing professionals under age 40 made major life-changing decisions to explore their entrepreneurial sides in roofing.

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Roofing Events

Western Roofing Expo 2025 Unites Contractors Amid Industry Challenges

Chris Gray

October 3, 2025

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More than 4,300 roofing professionals gathered in Las Vegas for the Western Roofing Expo 2025, finding education, recognition and renewed optimism during a tough year.

Hurricane Readiness: What Contractors Must Do Now

Storm Preparation

Tracking Two Tropical Storms in Real Time

A meteorological tug-of-war will likely determine whether emerging storm systems moving toward the Bahamas will bring impacts to the Southeast U.S.

Art Aisner

September 26, 2025

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Roofing contractors can learn how to prepare for the next big storm now, before the opportunities wash away.

How You Can Help U.S. Military Veterans at METALCON 2025

METALCON and Military Warriors Support Foundation Unite to Build Eagles Landing Retreat for Veterans

At this year’s METALCON in Las Vegas, industry leaders are constructing a Barndominium frame that will be transported to Montana to create Eagles Landing, a healing retreat for combat-wounded veterans and Gold Star families.

John Wyatt

September 26, 2025

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At this year’s METALCON in Las Vegas, industry leaders are constructing a Barndominium frame that will be transported to Montana to create Eagles Landing, a healing retreat for combat-wounded veterans and Gold Star families.

Technology News

ServiceTitan Doubles Down on Roofing Market at Pantheon 2025

Software giant expands specialized tools and partnerships for roofing contractors at Anaheim conference

Tanja Kern

September 23, 2025

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ServiceTitan used Pantheon 2025 to unveil a bold roofing expansion, promising to solve inefficiency with tech-driven tools, integrations, and smarter workflows.

Roofing from the Ground Up

WSRCA’s Incoming President Stan Robinson, of Pacific West Roofing

Art Aisner

September 22, 2025

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Stan Robinson started a roofing company without a mentor and has driven a model for success for more than four decades in the Pacific Northwest.

Navigating Single- and Two-Component Roof Tile Adhesives

Polyurethane foam has emerged as a fast, reliable, and high-performance alternative to mechanical fastening for clay tile and concrete roofing applications

Adrian Robledo

September 18, 2025

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Determining the right adhesive solution depends on understanding key differences between single-component and two-component options.

Latinos in Roofing

Latino Contractors Power Roofing Industry Growth

GAF summit highlights culture, education, and family

Tanja Kern

September 16, 2025

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Nearly 1,000 Latino contractors filled GAF’s Latinos in Roofing Summit in Atlanta, showcasing culture, family, and education as the foundation of industry growth.

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Legal Insights

Wildlife, Pests & Lawsuits: Are You Covered?

How roofing contractors can protect themselves contractually from unexpected animals or pests on the roof.

September 16, 2025

Here's how roofing contractors can protect themselves contractually from unexpected animals or pests on the roof. Plus, advice on a contract clause that could save you thousands.