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Solar Innovation

Martin Solar Patents Hidden-Fastener Roof Mount

H.F.S.M. positions solar attachment points beneath the overlying asphalt shingle instead of penetrating its exposed surface
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Roofing Contractor Staff
November 6, 2026
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The patented mounting system takes a different approach to a persistent rooftop solar concern: protecting attachment points from long-term water intrusion.


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Mexico Roofing Day 2026
Roofing Events

Mexico Roofing Day 2026 to Spotlight Data Centers, Solar Roofing

Expo adds 17 sessions on roofing techniques
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November 6, 2026
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The Nov. 11–12 conference in Mexico City will cover data center roofing, rooftop solar and installation techniques, with a new demonstration stage and more than 35 exhibitors.


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Mexico Roofing Day 2026
Eventos de Roofing

Mexico Roofing Day 2026 abordará techado para centros de datos y energía solar

La expo suma un nuevo foro con 17 sesiones técnicas.
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Roofing Contractor Staff
November 6, 2026
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El encuentro del 11 y 12 de noviembre en Ciudad de México abordará el techado para centros de datos y el diseño de cubiertas para paneles solares, con más de 35 expositores y un nuevo foro de 17 sesiones técnicas.


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Ed Adams
Industry Q&A

Why Hargrove Roofing Bought Its Way Into New Orleans

Six months after acquiring Method Exteriors, Hargrove explains why local leadership and existing relationships made acquisition preferable to starting from scratch
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Tanja Kern
November 6, 2026
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Hargrove's New Orleans expansion offers contractors lessons on acquisitions, insurance-driven demand, FORTIFIED roofing and what it takes to enter a storm market.


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Scott Siegal
IRE 2027

IRE 2027 Business Workshop Targets Contractor Growth

Scott Siegal will lead four sessions addressing practical issues contractors encounter while running and growing their businesses.
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November 6, 2026
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Siegal will lead four sessions addressing practical issues contractors encounter while running and growing their businesses. 



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QXO Branch Manager Says to Coach Your Replacement

Scott Hinson's leadership philosophy helped employees move from driving trucks and working inside sales into management roles at QXO
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Tanja Kern
November 5, 2026
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The Marine-turned-distribution manager says developing employees isn't a threat to a leader's success — it's one of the most important parts of the job.


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Kermit Baker presents at METALCON
METALCON 2026

Construction Outlook Points to Uneven Market Heading Into 2027

Labor shortages, rising costs and project delays cloud the 2027 construction outlook, while data centers remain a bright spot
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November 5, 2026
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Economist Kermit Baker says contractors face continued labor and cost pressures in 2027, even as data-center construction surges.


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Tax Reform
Crime Blotter

Texas Roofing Company Owner Sentenced in $1.4M Tax Case

Engineered Metals Company owner David Stone was also ordered to pay about $1.38 million in restitution after obstructing IRS collection efforts.
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Tanja Kern
November 4, 2026
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Prosecutors say the roofing company owner concealed income and used business accounts for personal expenses as the IRS pursued unpaid employment taxes.



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FORTIFIED Roofs

ARMA Challenges IBHS 15-Year FORTIFIED Roof Limit

Shingle manufacturers question the research behind the new 15-year FORTIFIED limit as IBHS says aging data helped establish a practical eligibility cutoff
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Tanja Kern
November 4, 2026
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Roofing manufacturers warn the 15-year FORTIFIED limit could affect homeowners and contractors as IBHS explains the research behind the change.


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IRE 2027

IRE Adds Workforce Development Hub for 2027

The new IRE show-floor destination will focus on recruiting, training, career pathways and retaining roofing workers
Roofing Contractor
Roofing Contractor Staff
November 4, 2026
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IRE 2027 is adding a Workforce Development Hub aimed at helping roofing contractors recruit, train and retain workers.


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July 28, 2026

How Top Home Services Companies Turn Every Conversation Into Predictable Revenue

On Demand In this webinar, we'll outline how top contractors are turning every conversation into predictable revenue by coaching every comfort advisor visit, not just the ones a manager rides along on.

September 24, 2026

The 7 Promotes to Grow Your Roofing Business

On-Demand Most roofing owners are great at the work. Knowing how to communicate what you do, why it matters, and what sets your business apart is just as important.

This session breaks down the 7 Promotes every roofing owner should know. From your personal story and value proposition to your hiring pitch, each one helps you communicate more clearly with homeowners, employees, and potential hires.

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