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Patrick Stuart, VP, Product Management at Hover

State of the Industry

Roofing Industry Q&A 2026: Hover

Hover’s Patrick Stuart highlights the recent trends they're watching and how the new innovations Hover is bringing to the market can change how roofing contractors work in this exclusive Q&A.

Art Aisner

February 13, 2026

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You’ve seen the survey results, now roofing industry leaders weigh in on what will likely determine success – and failure -- in 2026

Hiring News

HCR Group Names Chad Bystedt CFO

Bystedt brings more than 20 years of construction and finance leadership experience

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 13, 2026

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Commercial roofing platform appoints finance veteran to support expansion across the Western U.S.

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IRE 2026

IRE Announces 2026 Innovative Product Award Winners

People’s Choice and Experts’ Choice honorees spotlight top roofing innovations.

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 13, 2026

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Selected through both industry-wide voting and expert evaluation, this year’s winners represent products that are elevating performance, improving safety, increasing efficiency and setting new industry benchmarks.

Mergers & Acquisitions

RAF Equity Acquires Boston Valley Terra Cotta

Private equity firm acquires façade manufacturer

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 13, 2026

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RAF Equity has acquired Boston Valley Terra Cotta from NewSpring and Spring Capital Partners. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

NWIR

Christine Mockenhaupt Named NWIR Board Chair for 2026

Atlas Roofing leader to guide National Women in Roofing’s strategic initiatives, advancing mentorship, education, networking and industry recruitment for women across the roofing sector.

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 12, 2026

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Mockenhaupt will lead the organization’s strategic initiatives and support its mission to empower and advance women in the roofing industry through networking, mentoring, education, and industry recruitment.

Awards

Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing Earns ABC 2026 Top Performer Recognition

Houston contractor leads parking sector rankings for safety and project excellence

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 12, 2026

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Commercial roofing and waterproofing specialist Chamberlin is recognized among ABC’s top-performing contractors nationwide.

Construction Data

ABC: Construction Backlog Dips to 8 Months

Confidence rises despite four-year low in backlog

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 11, 2026

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Industry adds 33,000 jobs in January as contractors remain optimistic about sales growth.

Mergers & Acquisitions

McElroy Metal Acquires Fabral

Deal reflects continued consolidation in metal roofing sector

Tanja Kern

February 11, 2026

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Employee-owned manufacturer expands its footprint with the Fabral acquisition, while maintaining independent operations and leadership.

Private Equity

QXO to Acquire Kodiak for $2.25 Billion

Cash-and-stock deal expected to close in Q2 2026.

Tanja Kern

February 11, 2026

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QXO is acquiring Kodiak Building Partners for $2.25 billion, expanding into lumber, gypsum and construction supplies and potentially reshaping roofing distribution.