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Hiring News

LP Names F. Nicholas Grasberger III as Board Chair

Louisiana-Pacific elects long-serving director as independent chair as CEO succession and board changes take effect Feb. 19, 2026.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 29, 2026

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Leadership transition sets Grasberger as chair, Ringblom as CEO-elect, as longtime directors retire and board reshapes effective Feb. 19, 2026.

Workforce Development

S-5! Awards Scholarship to Construction Management Student

As part of its mission, S-5! seeks to educate, lead, and give back to the construction industry through innovation, service and workforce development.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 29, 2026

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The S-5! Scholarship was established to support students pursuing education in construction-related fields and to help strengthen the future workforce of the built environment.

Supplier News

Roof Rejuvenate Earns USDA BioPreferred Program Certification

The Colorbiotics asphalt shingle restoration product achieved USDA BioPreferred status with 95% biobased content and no added PFAS.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 28, 2026

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The corn oil-based Roof Rejuvenate joins the USDA BioPreferred Program, offering a sustainable way to extend roof life.

Roofing Awards

ARMA Announces 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Award Winners

Roofing contractors were honored for their craftsmanship, care to detail, and creative use of asphalt in projects judged by industry experts.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 28, 2026

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Check out who took home the hardware from ARMA for outstanding asphalt roofing projects of the year.

IRE 2026

International Roofing Expo Delivers Record-Breaking 2026 Event

Record attendance, expanded education, global participation and new innovations reinforced IRE’s role as the premier event for roofing and exteriors professionals.

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January 27, 2026

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The International Roofing Expo concluded its biggest show ever, uniting thousands of professionals for innovation, education and global industry collaboration.

Roofing Safety

Roofer Killed in Rooftop Fall in Mobile, Alabama

The Investigation into the First Reported Fatal Roof Fall of 2026 is Underway

Art Aisner

January 27, 2026

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It didn't take long for the first reported fatal fall of 2026 to claim the life of a roofing contractor.

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Workplace Compliance

Labor Department Launches New Employer Compliance Tools

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division introduced new webpages, videos and updated toolkits to help employers comply with federal labor laws

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January 27, 2026

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New compliance resources aim to help employers understand labor law obligations, prevent violations and resolve wage, overtime and FMLA issues proactively.

Shows News

Polyglass Showcases Resilient Roofing at IBS 2026 Expo

Manufacturer highlights FORTIFIED-aligned roofing and waterproofing systems engineered for fire, wind, and moisture protection at Booth W7459.

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January 27, 2026

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Polyglass will spotlight high-performance roofing and waterproofing solutions designed to help builders protect homes against extreme weather at IBS 2026.

Show News

SRC Summit Brings Storm Contractors Together in Texas

The Storm Restoration Contractor Summit returns in February with education, networking, and vendor engagement focused on best practices in insurance restoration

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 26, 2026

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SRC Summit returns Feb. 9–11 with expert-led sessions, workshops, and a vendor floor for contractors managing storm damage and insurance restoration claims.

Show News

Elevate Spotlights MAX PVC Roofing for Data Centers

At IRE 2026, Elevate showcased MAX PVC membranes engineered to meet the demanding performance needs of mission-critical data center facilities.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 26, 2026

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Elevate highlighted its MAX PVC roofing system at IRE 2026, demonstrating durability and performance designed to protect mission-critical data center infrastructure.