Roofing Top Stories - Articles - Page 15

Private Equity

Peak Roofing Powers Growth with Skymark Acquisition

Peak Roofing Partners secures second major acquisition with Skymark Roofing's operation, expanding reach across hurricane-prone Florida markets.

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 21, 2025

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With Florida's population booming and hurricane season intensifying, Peak Roofing's aggressive acquisition strategy positions the company to capitalize on surging demand for storm-ready roofing solutions across the Sunshine State.

Dignitaries at the IKO ribbon cutting in Ennis, Texas

Plant Opening

IKO Opens $60M Metal Roofing Plant in Texas

IKO’s North American metal roofing operations move to 205,000 square-foot facility south of Dallas.

Art Aisner

July 18, 2025

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Manufacturing of stone-coated metal roofing in tile, shake, and shingle profiles under the DECRA and Tilcor brands began earlier this year at the new Ennis facility.

Legislation Analysis

How the Big Beautiful Bill Affects Roofing

Roofing companies will enjoy tax breaks but see losses in labor and clean energy projects

Chris Gray

July 16, 2025

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Trump’s new budget law brings permanent tax relief for roofing firms but cuts energy credits and boosts immigration enforcement, sparking industry concern.

Giving Back

Roofing Distributors Provide Relief as More Flooding Threatens Texas

Extreme flooding resulted in 136 deaths

Chris Gray

July 15, 2025

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Roofing distributors like SRS, QXO and McCoy's are mobilizing relief efforts in the wake of severe flooding in Central Texas that resulted in more than 130 deaths.

Extreme Weather Special Section

Storm Season 2025: Preparing for Uncertainty

Experts warn of an active storm season with up to 18 named storms, nearly 1,500 tornadoes and large hailstones

Chris Gray

July 14, 2025

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With an intense storm season, rising heat, and economic uncertainty on the horizon, roofing contractors who prepare now will be the ones who stay ahead of the chaos.

Immigration Crackdown

Increased ICE Funding Foretells More Raids on Roofing

$75B in ICE funding approved amidst TPS terminations, talks of temporary passes

Chris Gray

July 11, 2025

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The roofing industry faces heightened uncertainty as the U.S. supercharges immigration enforcement with record ICE funding, potentially disrupting the workforce and project pipelines nationwide.

Roofing Contractor Group Publisher Jill Bloom

Remembering Rod Menzel

RC Publisher Jill Bloom Shares a Personal Tribute for a Friend and Roofer Who Leaves a Legacy of Authenticity, Generosity, and Growth

Jill Bloom

July 11, 2025

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Roofing Contractor Publisher Jill Bloom Shares a Personal Tribute for a Friend and Roofer Who Leaves a Legacy of Authenticity, Generosity, and Growth

Video/Podcast

Inside the GAF-IBHS FORTIFIED Alliance

GAF and IBHS FORTIFIED have a unique partnership geared to level up roofing contractors for the future of resilient homes.

Art Aisner

July 10, 2025

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The FORTIFIED home movement is more than 80,000 residences strong nationwide and growing. RC catches up with leaders in the resiliency space to discuss the opportunity ahead for roofing contractors.

The “Asphalt and Copper on the Lake” roofing project from Conde Roofing seamlessly blended asphalt shingles and copper elements to create a stunning and sturdy roof.

News Analysis

Roofing Faces Rising Costs Amid New Trump Tariff Policies

Uncertainty around new tariffs and trade deals will likely result in price increases and economic slowdown.

Chris Gray

July 10, 2025

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With talks of new tariffs and trade deals on the horizon, roofing must adapt to rising material prices and supply chain challenges. Stay informed with our latest analysis.

Big Impact of 179D Repeal and China Tariff Update

Video/Podcast

Big Changes for Roofers as 179D Repealed

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains what the latest rulings mean for roofing contractors.

July 9, 2025

In this video, RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney explores the impact of impending tariffs and how roofing contractors can prepare for other big changes ahead.