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Residential Roofing

LeafFilter Partners with Mike Holmes for Home Care

Campaign promotes prevention of costly gutter damage

October 24, 2025

LeafFilter teams up with HGTV and DIY Network star Mike Holmes launch an educational campaign to help homeowners prevent costly damage from clogged gutters through videos, blogs, and Q&A content.

Milestones

Roof Coatings Pioneer Christopher Hoskins Retires

Christopher Hoskins, who helped drive growth and set standards for the roof coatings industry, retires after a distinguished career.

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 24, 2025

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Industry icon Christopher Hoskins retires, marking the end of a career defined by innovation and leadership in roof coatings with Truco and Inland Coatings.

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Workforce Development

California Roofing Contractors Support CTE Programs

Roofing contractors help launch two programs to draw young people to the skilled trades.

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 23, 2025

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Anyone interested in supporting the next generation of roofing contractors can contact RCASoCal to offer mentorship, donations of tools, equipment, supplies, and financial support.

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Sustainability News

Mycocycle’s Fungi Tech Hits Bloomberg Climate Series

Illinois biotech firm joins 'An Optimist’s Guide to the Planet'

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 23, 2025

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Bloomberg’s “An Optimist’s Guide to the Planet” spotlights Mycocycle’s fungi-based process that transforms construction waste into sustainable new materials.

Roofing Technology

Roofr Unveils 'Roofr Builds' Bi-Annual Product Drops

First round of updates includes communication and bookkeeping enhancements

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 23, 2025

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The product drops from Roofr aims to provide multiple updates in one package, with the first rollout including enhancements to communications, bookkeeping and job reports dashboards.

Quarterly Report

U.S. Asphalt Shingle Shipments Fall 10% in Q3 2025

ARMA’s latest report shows declines across key segments

Tanja Kern

October 22, 2025

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ARMA’s Q3 2025 report shows a 10% drop in U.S. shingle shipments, with notable declines in BUR and modified bitumen, while Canadian shipments rose 14.8% year-to-date.

Crime Blotter

Honest Roofers Expose Florida Contractor’s Attempt to Fake Roof Damage

Chris Gray

October 22, 2025

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A Florida resident's due diligence and reputable roofing contractors thwarted a potential scam after determining a roofer intentionally damaged a roof to generate business.

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Technology News

Brava Roof Tile Partners With ZestyAI to Validate Roof Performance

AI-powered analytics measure real-world roof resilience

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 22, 2025

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Brava Roof Tile is using ZestyAI’s Roof Age and Z-Property analytics to analyze roof condition and storm resilience, helping homeowners strengthen long-term protection.

Distributor News

TRI-BUILT Begins Nationwide Search for 2025 'Top Dogs'

Winners receive $1,000 donation to their favorite local rescue organization

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 21, 2025

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Want to honor your four-legged best friend? TRI-BUILT, QXO's private label brand, is once again asking customers to showcase their loyal canine companions with its 2026 TRI-BUILT Top Dogs Calendar.

Technology News

Roofing Matrix Launches AI Sales Team to Help Contractors Close More Jobs

New AI-powered sales platform automates lead follow-up, qualification, and appointment booking

Roofing Contractor Staff

October 21, 2025

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Roofing Matrix, a new tech firm dedicated to the roofing industry, has introduced the AI Sales Team—an autonomous sales force that helps contractors capture every lead, convert faster, and grow revenue without extra manpower.