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Giving Back

GAF Expands Program Supporting Donated Roofing Systems

Contractors gain added warranty for donated roofs

March 16, 2026

GAF expanded its Community Contractor Program to include enhanced warranty coverage for donated roofing systems, aiming to provide longer-term protection for families and nonprofits.

Metal Roofing

Metal Roofing Alliance Adds New Members for 2026

Trade group expands amid roofing growth

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 13, 2026

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The Metal Roofing Alliance announced new 2026 members, including manufacturers, suppliers and contractors, reflecting continued growth in the residential metal roofing market across the U.S. and Canada.

Women in Roofing

QXO Opens Nominations for Female Roofing Pro Award

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 10, 2026

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QXO launched nominations for its 2026 Female Roofing Professional of the Year award, recognizing women across the U.S. and Canada for leadership and contributions to roofing.

Women in Roofing

Owens Corning Leader MaryBeth Tran Wins 2026 STEP Ahead Award

National award recognizes women and allies in manufacturing for excellence in leadership.

BNP Media Staff

March 9, 2026

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MaryBeth Tran, site leader at Owens Corning’s Compton, Calif., roofing plant, earns a national 2026 STEP Ahead Award for leadership and developing future manufacturing talent.

FORTIFIED ROOFS

Polyglass Roofing Products Meet IBHS FORTIFIED Roof Standard

Underlayments and membranes approved for storm-resistant roofing systems.

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 6, 2026

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Polyglass roofing membranes and underlayments now qualify for use in IBHS FORTIFIED Roof projects designed to improve wind and weather resistance.

Hiring News

Duro-Last Appoints Greg Hudson Vice President of Commercial Excellence

Hudson will lead commercial strategy and market initiatives across all Duro-Last brands

Roofing Contractor Staff

March 3, 2026

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Hudson will lead commercial strategy and market initiatives across all Duro-Last brands.

Supplier News

ABC Supply Rebrands L&W, Town & Country

Divisions adopt unified ABC name

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 26, 2026

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ABC Supply will rename L&W Supply and Town & Country Industries under its brand, saying the move streamlines its identity without changing operations or service.

Sika Corporation breaks ground on new Texas facility

Manufacturer News

Sika Breaks Ground on New Highly Automated Roofing Plant in Texas

The Sealy site will manufacture the full range of Sika’s Sarnafil and Sikaplan thermoplastic roof membranes

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 26, 2026

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The facility will produce the company’s Sarnafil and Sikaplan roofing membranes and is expected to create more than 40 jobs in Austin County during its initial phase, with additional hiring planned as production ramps up.

Hiring News

Leaf Home Names COO, Chief Commercial Officer

The appointments aim to strengthen the executive team as the company unites the capabilities of Leaf Home and Erie Home

Roofing Contractor Staff

February 25, 2026

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Leaf Home appointed a chief operating officer and chief commercial officer as it integrates Erie Home and expands its residential roofing and service operations.