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Giving Back

Roofing Good Deeds: Uplifting Stories from Across the Industry (Nov. 7, 2025)

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

November 7, 2025

From giving back to veterans in time for Veterans’ Day to a roofer in England helping his local church, check out the recent heartwarming stories to come out of the roofing industry.

METALCON 2025

Top Products Shine at METALCON 2025 in Las Vegas

Innovative exhibitors showcased cutting-edge metal design and construction products, competing for the coveted Top Products Award

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 7, 2025

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Nearly 1,000 industry professionals voted to recognize the most groundbreaking innovations in metal design and construction at METALCON 2025, where the top three winners were unveiled in Las Vegas, Nev.

Education & Training

MuleHide Expands Training Network with New Colorado Facility

The low-slope roofing manufacturer’s fourth facility provides hands-on, in-person instruction to contractors, distributors, and associates across the West

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 6, 2025

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MuleHide has opened a new 4,900-sq.-ft. Training Center in Englewood, Colo., offering customers and associates in the West region convenient access to hands-on roofing instruction.

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Roofing Awards

GCMC President Receives RCMA's Martin A. Davis Industry Leadership Award

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 6, 2025

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The RCMA's annual award recognizes a member who exemplifies outstanding service and has made significant contributions to the roof coatings industry.

Distributor News

BlueLinx Acquires Disdero Lumber Company in $96M Deal

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 5, 2025

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The acquisition of wood products distributor Disdero Lumber Co. is expected to provide greater specialty product services for customers and continue BlueLinx's expansion in the west.

Crime Blotter

Bankrupt Lexington Blue CEO Admits He Doesn't Know How to Install Roofs

Court proceedings for Kentucky roofing contractor reveal details about company's financial collapse

Chris Gray

November 5, 2025

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The CEO of Kentucky-based Lexington Blue admitted he didn't know how to install roofs, and claimed ignorance of the company's financials and record-keeping during federal bankruptcy court proceedings.

Quarterly Earnings

TopBuild Lifts 2025 Outlook After Solid Q3, $1.2B Deals

Strong acquisition activity and growth in commercial and industrial markets bolster TopBuild’s non-cyclical revenue mix despite residential slowdown

Tanja Kern

November 5, 2025

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TopBuild Corp. reported third-quarter 2025 sales of $1.4 billion, in line with expectations, and raised its full-year outlook following a series of major acquisitions totaling $1.2 billion in annual revenue.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Zags Home Services Acquires Michigan Home Restoration

The parent company of American Standard Roofing and Zags Roofing expands in Metro Detroit, strengthening its local presence and service capabilities

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 4, 2025

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Zags Home Services has acquired Michigan Home Restoration, expanding roofing and restoration services across the region.

Hiring News

MuleHide Names Four to Key Sales and Account Roles

Low-slope roofing manufacturer MuleHide adds three new territory managers and a strategic account manager to strengthen customer and modular market support

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 4, 2025

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Low-slope roofing manufacturer MuleHide has named three new territory managers and a new strategic account manager for modular roofing.

Technology

Owens Corning Teams Up with Renoworks for AI-Powered Design EyeQ

Owens Corning introduces its new Design EyeQ Roofing Visualizer, powered by Renoworks AI, enhancing the long-running platform with next-gen technology

Roofing Contractor Staff

November 4, 2025

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Owens Corning updates its popular Design EyeQ tool with Renoworks AI, giving homeowners a smarter, more realistic roofing design experience and driving contractor leads.