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Earnings Report

SRS Delivers $2.6B to Home Depot in Q1; Retailer Declines to Raise Prices from Tariffs

Stance on tariffs contrasts with Walmart's announcement to increase prices
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 23, 2025
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Home Depot executives say prices won’t rise despite tariffs, and point to the acquisition of SRS Distribution as a driver for long-term growth and support for Pro customers.


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Rod Menzel passed away at age 56.
In Memoriam

Obituary: Roofing Industry Mourns Rod Menzel, 56

The founder of Greatway Roofing in Moorpark, Calif., is remembered for his unwavering faith, kind heart and entrepreneurial spirit.
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Art Aisner
May 23, 2025
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RC Publisher Jill Bloom says Menzel’s legacy lives on in the countless lives he touched both inside and outside the roofing industry. 


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Legislation

Florida Law Alters Cancellation Dates for Roofing Contracts

HB 715 clarifies contract cancellations and the scope of work licensed contractors can perform
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 22, 2025
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Florida roofing contractors must update their contracts following a new law that redefines cancellation rules, expands contractor responsibilities, and adds required insurance language.


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An EF3 tornado approaching St. Louis on May 16, 2025, caused widespread damage.
Storm Season 2025

UPDATE: May's Severe Storms Lash U.S. Roofs with Tornadoes, Hail and High Winds

Anticipated blooms have been eclipsed by extreme weather, featuring rain, hail and tornadoes, causing chaos across regions of the country
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 21, 2025
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Severe storms this month, including tornadoes, hail, and high winds, have slammed roofs across the U.S., pushing claims, costs and contractor demand beyond historical norms.


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A new study by TalentLMS and WorkTango on employee morale and mental health asserts that communication is key.
Emotional Quotient

The Roofing Consolidation Boom—and Its Impact on Workers

Private equity’s continued accumulation in roofing, along with consolidations within distribution must navigate the real-world impact on its workforce
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 21, 2025
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As private equity reshapes roofing and consolidation shrinks distribution, employees face rising stress, lost identity and shaky morale. A new study illustrates how best to navigate the transition successfully.


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FORTIFIED Roof homes that weathered Hurricane Sally saw a 73% reduction in claim frequency.
Roofing Resiliency

FORTIFIED Roofing Pays: New Study Shows Huge Drop in Claims

Report from the Alabama Department of Insurance shows just how effective a FORTIFIED roof was during Hurricane Sally
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 20, 2025
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A new study shows FORTIFIED homes in Alabama had up to 76% fewer claims during Hurricane Sally, proving the value of resilient roofing amid rising storm risks and material costs.


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Dear Anna: Is My Website Truly Accessible?
Podcast

Dear Anna: Is My Website Truly Accessible?

Not only does accessibility help with legal compliance, but it could also lead to increased lead generation
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Anna Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited
Anna Anderson
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 19, 2025
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Statistically, many websites are not compliant with accessibility requirements. Find out if your site is up to snuff to potentially gain new leads in this episode of “Dear Anna.”


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Distributor Profile: Tim Bock, Lakefront Roofing & Supply

An independent distributor with deep roots in Chicago celebrates 40 years while supporting ministries and charities
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 14, 2025
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After 40 years in business, Lakefront Roofing & Siding Supply proves that mission-driven values, deep community roots, and firsthand roofing experience can prosper in an era of industry consolidation.


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Roofing contractors face unclear guidelines after New Orleans started requiring permits for roof replacements without public notification for months.
Regulatory News

Under Pressure from Insurers, New Orleans Adopts Roofing Permit Requirement

A potentially complicated permit process sows confusion in The Big Easy
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 14, 2025
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New Orleans now requires permits for major roof work to boost insurer confidence, but unclear enforcement and rollout confusion have raised concerns among contractors.


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Containers sit idle at the Port of Los Angeles as import volumes plunge, signaling supply-chain strain and rising costs for U.S. construction and roofing contractors.
News Analysis

Roofing Feels Port Pinch Despite Tariff Truce

As temporary U.S.-China tariff truce offers limited relief, drop in U.S. port traffic may be harbinger; new ABC report offers glimmer of good news
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 13, 2025
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A steep drop in port traffic and tariff-driven material hikes are squeezing roofing contractors, despite a 90-day U.S.-China tariff truce to ease pressure on the strained supply chain; a glimmer of good news from Associated Builders and Contractors is a balm.


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