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Halloween Dispatch

Bat Colony Takes Residence in Family’s Roof, Likely Requiring Complete Tear-Off to Evict

Moving in was simple, but removing the winged mammal won’t be easy given its ‘endangered’ status

October 31, 2023

A family in Saskatchewan, Canada, faces an ongoing nightmare as bats have taken over their home; efforts to remove them are complicated by environmental protection laws, exposing the homeowners to health risks from bat bites and potential disease from guano.

VIDEO: Mitigating Risk as a Roofing Contractor

Art Aisner

October 30, 2023

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RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney provides simple steps roofing contractors can take when it comes to protecting their company.

Sustainable Roofing owners Robby and Jaycee Wilkerson with Production Manager Kris Delgado

Workforce Development

Take the Time to Train

Training Elevates Your Company and Helps the Industry You Serve

Paul Scelsi

October 30, 2023

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Robby Wilkerson, co-owner of Sustainable Roofing in Texas, emphasizes the benefits of investing in comprehensive training for the team, which both fosters a "culture" of continuous learning and ensures consistent results.

Famous Roofs

5 Things: Globe Life Field’s Roof and World Series 2023

Baseball fans from around the world will get a closer look at Texas’ latest architectural achievement – including its spectacular, retractable roof.

Art Aisner

October 27, 2023

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Both teams facing off in the Fall Classic play in stadiums with retractable roofs. Will they play a role in the outcome?

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Economic Indicators

Reroofing Market Index Survey for Q3 2023 Shows Bright Spots

Findings reflect front-line observations, principally from roofing contractors working on both low- and steep-slope reroofs

Bryan Gottlieb

October 27, 2023

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The North American industry trade associations' amalgamated Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing in Q3 2023 showed improved prospects compared to the same period a year earlier, with eight out of 10 respondents identifying as roofing contractors.

Solar Roofing

Tesla’s Solar Business Continues to Decline in Q3 2023

Company lays blame on California's new net metering rules and high interest rates

Chris Gray

October 27, 2023

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Tesla's solar products experienced additional declines in Q3 2023, though its energy storage is once again booming, according to the company's latest earnings report.

Tom Hunter, director of sales, Shell Roofing Solutions

Obituary

Tom Hunter, Director of Sales at Shell Roofing Solutions, Loses Battle with Cancer

Beloved commercial roofing professional’s death is “heartbreaking” to family and colleagues

Bryan Gottlieb

October 26, 2023

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Chino, Calif.-based Shell Roofing Solutions, an eco-centric commercial roofing firm, regretfully announced the passing of its longtime Director of Sales, Tom Hunter, who had been battling cancer.

IRE 2024

2024 International Roofing Expo Returns with New Dates to Las Vegas

More than 180,000 square feet of space to host over 600 companies during event

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 25, 2023

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The 2024 IRE is expected to cover more than 180,000 square feet of exhibit space, hosting over 600 companies, and features eight educational tracks covering 45 topics across over 100 sessions.

Supply Chain

ARMA Q3 2023 Report: Asphalt Product Shipments Drop in Third Quarter

Third quarter shows expected decreases from Q2 while year-to-year comparisons indicate mixed news

Chris Gray

October 24, 2023

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The latest report from the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association shows supply chain issues are still working themselves out amidst inflation, interest rates and labor shortages.