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Award News

Owens Corning Honors Top Roofing Contractors

Owens Corning recognized top contractors at its annual Platinum Conference, honoring performance, safety, and innovation across North America.

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 10, 2026

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Owens Corning recognized top contractors at its annual Platinum Conference, honoring performance, safety, and innovation across North America.

Giving Back

Roofing Good Deeds: Uplifting Stories from Across the Industry (April 10, 2026)

From blood drives to community heroes and workforce training, roofing professionals are making a meaningful impact beyond the jobsite.

Tanja Kern

April 10, 2026

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Roofers give back through lifesaving blood drives, community recognition programs, and hands-on training—showcasing the industry’s commitment to service, generosity, and building stronger communities nationwide.

Property Insurance

U.S. Property Insurance Premiums to Hit $546B by 2030

Growth driven by climate risks, higher costs

Tanja Kern

April 9, 2026

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U.S. property insurance premiums are projected to reach $546 billion by 2030 as insurers raise rates to offset catastrophe losses, inflation and rising reinsurance costs.

Department of Labor

New Federal Tools Aim to Curb Forced Labor Imports

Voluntary tools target labor abuse risks

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 9, 2026

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The Labor Department introduced new tools to help U.S. companies assess supply chain risks, identify labor abuses abroad and comply with laws banning forced labor imports.

Awards

Slate Roofing Awards Honor Craftsmanship in 2025

North Country Slate names top projects

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 9, 2026

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North Country Slate announces inaugural project awards, recognizing contractors and architects for standout slate roofing work across residential, commercial and historic renovation projects.

Safety Equipment

Werner Expands NCAA Partnership, Showcases Ladders

The safety provider supplies 92 ladders for NCAA events, highlighting platform stability, safety and brand reach.

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 8, 2026

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The safety provider supplies 92 ladders for NCAA events, highlighting platform stability, safety and brand reach.

Hiring News

MuleHide Promotes Matt Bost to Regional Director Southeast

In his new role, Bost heads the region encompassing Alabama, Florida, Mississippi and part of Georgia.

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 8, 2026

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In his new role, Bost heads the region encompassing Alabama, Florida, Mississippi and part of Georgia.

Technology News

Report: Contractors See AI Driving Efficiency Gains

Adoption lags among residential contractors despite strong interest

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 8, 2026

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A new survey finds most residential contractors view AI as key to efficiency, but adoption remains limited as firms shift toward execution-focused growth strategies.

Hiring News

TopBuild Names Achille President and COO

Achille expands role at company

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 7, 2026

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TopBuild promotes John Achille to president and COO, expanding his oversight of operations, supply chain and growth initiatives across its insulation and roofing businesses.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Latite Expands Commercial Roofing Reach Into Texas

Deal strengthens commercial roofing reach

Roofing Contractor Staff

April 7, 2026

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Latite Roofing and Sheet Metal is entering Texas through its acquisition of Invictus Roofing and Construction, expanding its commercial roofing footprint in a high-demand market.