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Approaching more stability after the volatility of the past couple of years, sales of new single-family homes in the US significantly corrected down in June, at 697,000 units, which is 2.5% lower than May's downwardly revised 715,000, but up almost 24% compared to June 2022. 

“Viewpoint,” a television program hosted by actor Dennis Quaid, has partnered with Pennsylvania-based O'Leary Roofing for a short-form educational segment called "Modern Roofing Solutions," aiming to provide consumers with insights on selecting a roofing contractor. 

Guardian Roofing, based in Auburn, Wash., has been recognized in the Puget Sound region's 'Midmarket Fast 50' list by the Puget Sound Business Journal for its high performance as a middle-market company.

SPRI, Inc., the trade group representing single-ply roofing manufacturers, has introduced an Environmental Product Declarations section on its website, providing standardized information about the environmental impact of TPO and EPDM roofing materials from various member companies.

A 40-year-old roofing contractor from Rockland County, NY, with a history of safety violations and two employee deaths, was charged with knowingly and willfully violating federal safety regulations, including failing to protect his employees from fall hazards, resulting in injuries and deaths. 

Holcim Elevate suggests safety tips for roofing professionals during this hot summer, including starting the workday early, wearing protective gear, staying hydrated, recognizing signs of heat-related illnesses, and taking precautions to safeguard roofing materials.

Local North Carolina-based GAF employees collaborated with Habitat for Humanity's Cape Fear chapter in the ‘Women Build’ initiative, constructing two homes in Cape Fear’s Legacy Landing Development for female homeowners to purchase. 

Huntsman Building Solutions celebrates the success of 'HBS University,' its educational program for spray foam contractors and installers, with more than 2,000 professionals enrolled since its inception in 2021. 

Cornerstone Building Brands appointed Pete Andrich as executive vice president and chief human resources officer; Andrich will report directly to the president and CEO. 

SumoQuote, a Canadian-based sales software design firm, launched a premium solar quoting system, a subscription service for roofing contractors that enables them to offer solar up-sells on every job; the company has partnered with EagleView, which offers the add-on service.