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IRE 2026

Roofing Alliance Announces Winners at NRCA’s 2026 Industry Awards Reception

Most Valuable Player, Best of the Best and Student Competition award winners are all recognized in Las Vegas.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 22, 2026

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See who took home the hardware from the NRCA's annual awards at IRE 2026.

Technology News

XBuild Raises $19M to Transform Construction Estimating

AI-native platform expands from roofing to multiple construction trades with new funding round led by N47.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 22, 2026

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XBuild’s $19M Series A will accelerate its AI estimating platform, starting with Roofing Proposals, which turns measurements and photos into editable roofing estimates in minutes.

IRE 2026

Spanish-Language Education Shines on IRE Day 3

Leadership, sales, tech and community take center stage

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 21, 2026

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Day 3 delivers sessions and networking for Latino pros.

IRE 2026

What’s Your Favorite Roofing Product of 2026?

Roofing contractors can select their favorite product innovations on display at the International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas

Art Aisner

January 21, 2026

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Online voting is open for the most innovative products of the year in roofing.

IRE 2026

Westlake Royal to Debut Products, Clinics at IRE 2026

Manufacturer highlights new colors, systems and training

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 21, 2026

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Booth demos and clinics showcase innovation across roofing lines.

IRE 2026

Owens Corning Brings ‘More Than Just a Roof’ to Life at IRE 2026

The company showcases how roofing today intersects with design, performance, education, and business growth.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 21, 2026

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The company showcases how roofing today intersects with design, performance, education, and business growth.

IRE 2026

GAF Highlights Resilient, Sustainable Roofing at IRE 2026

Manufacturer showcases residential and commercial innovations designed to drive growth, efficiency, and community resilience.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 20, 2026

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GAF showcases residential and commercial roofing innovations at IRE 2026, focusing on resilience, sustainability, efficiency, and tools that help contractors grow their businesses.

Tracey Donels, Founder, Service First Solutions

IRE 2026 Session Preview

Building Your Roster by Focusing on Repair and Maintenance

Tracey Donels explains how to use your repair and maintenance operations to build a reliable growth machine that drives success.

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Tracey Donels

January 20, 2026

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Tracey Donels explains how to use your repair and maintenance operations to build a reliable growth machine that drives success.

IRE 2026

Roofer Performance, Safety Starts Before the First Shingle

See How TRUCE Software Helps Roofing Contractors Protect Crews and Control Risk at the International Roofing Expo

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 20, 2026

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See how employee-first, connected telematics help roofing operations reduce distracted driving, improve jobsite visibility, and strengthen safety culture.

IRE 2026

Carlisle Debuts ThermaThin 7 High-Performance Insulation

New R-7-per-inch insulation debuts at IRE, offering contractors material, labor and logistics savings without sacrificing thermal performance.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 20, 2026

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Carlisle SynTec Systems is unveiling ThermaThin 7 at the International Roofing Expo, giving contractors a first look at a thinner, higher-performing insulation designed to cut truckloads, speed installation and deliver long-term value for demanding commercial roofing applications.