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Scary Roofs - Halloween 2024 RC Quiz.
Halloween 2024: Test Your Roofing Knowledge

Spooktacular Roofs: Take the RC Quiz

The non-speaking characters in these horror films give steep slope a whole new meaning
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
October 30, 2024
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Some roofs are so iconic their mere description gives their identity away. Or does it? Take our quiz to test your knowledge (and our writing skills).


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A sample of roofing shingles taking extensive damage from hail
Understanding Hail

IBHS' New Hail Data Leads to Better Roofs

The 2024 hail study sets the foundation for improving roofing materials and technology
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 28, 2024
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The Insurance Institute of Business & Home Safety conducted a study using hail data to improve the resilience of roofing materials; the aim is to help manufacturers design tougher products.
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METALCON 2024 Preview with Judy Geller
Metal Roofing

VIDEO: METALCON 2024 Preview with Judy Geller

VP of METALCON highlights main attractions to check out, including a keynote speaker's return due to popular demand
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 24, 2024
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Going strong since 1991, METALCON is continuing the tradition of keeping contractors, distributors and more in the know about all things metal construction and design.


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Bob Pope was awarded the MRCA's 2024 James Q. McCawley Award.
Trade Organization News

Bob Pope Named MRCA's 2024 McCawley Award Winner

Long-time roofing industry advocate earns MRCA's highest honor
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
October 24, 2024
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MRCA Associate Managing Director Bob Pope received the prestigious James Q. McCawley Award during the MRCA’s 74th Annual Conference, which kicked off on Oct. 22 in St. Paul, Minn.; 2023 winner Greg Bloom of Beacon Building Products presented the honor.


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Beacon Building Products presented the 2024 Female Roofing Professional of the Year Award to Brooke Laizure
Standing Out in a Storm

Contractor Q&A: Brooke Laizure

Whirlwind Roofing and Construction’s Brooke Laizure has grown up quickly in Oklahoma’s volatile roofing market
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
October 21, 2024
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Catch up with Beacon's 2024 Female Roofing Professional of the Year, Brooke Laizure, and get a glimpse into her pathway to success in roofing, and where she's heading next.
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