Art Aisner

Art Aisner is Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro. He spent the bulk of his career as a multi-media journalist for newspapers and television stations before joining the RC team in 2015. He is the driving force behind the publication’s content development, editorial strategy and other initiatives that serve growing audiences in the roofing space.

Kris Hitesman, president of Capitol Roofing Service

Profile

Capitol Gains: WSRCA Names Kris Hitesman as President

Third-generation roofer Kris Hitesman brings a wealth of expertise, commitment and innovation to Capitol Roofing Service and the WSRCA

Art Aisner

September 9, 2024

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Third-generation roofer Kris Hitesman takes the reins of the Western Roofing Contractors Association, focused on growth and education.

El contratista de techos Alfredo Martínez García muestra la pelota de béisbol que atrapó después de que Shohei Ohtani la golpeara.

Contratista de Techos Atrapa Pelota de Jonrón de Ohtani en Los Ángeles

Alfredo Martínez García se convirtió rápidamente en uno de los asistentes más famosos al Dodger Stadium durante la serie de rivalidad con los Angelinos de Los Ángeles.

Art Aisner

September 6, 2024

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El contratista de techos Alfredo Martínez García se convirtió rápidamente en una de las personas más famosas en el Dodger Stadium durante la serie de rivalidad entre ciudades a principios de esta temporada.

Latinos in Roofing

Techos Y Más: RC Launches Free Spanish eNewsletter

RC launches the Techos Y Más eNewsletter to help inform and educate Latino roofing contractors about how to grow their businesses.

Art Aisner

September 6, 2024

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Explore content geared toward Latino roofing contractors across multi-media platforms including best business practices, growth strategies and industry trends in both the commercial and residential roofing markets! And in Spanish! Sign up Now!

It's Showtime in Roofing!

While the peak roofing season winds down in most regions of the country, roofing event season is about to start in earnest. Here’s a little preview.

Art Aisner

September 6, 2024

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The roofing season may be winding down, but roofers can gear up for a busy and exciting schedule of events in the coming months.

Roof Coatings 2024

Confidence in Coatings

Economic conditions continue to provide roofing contractors with opportunities in coatings.

Art Aisner

September 3, 2024

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Economic conditions continue to provide roofing contractors with opportunities in coatings.

OSHA has released its proposed new heat standards.

Extreme Heat

5 Things About OSHA’s New Proposed Heat Standard

OSHA’s new heat standard would require roofing contractors and others to step up in order to protect workers in extreme heat.

Art Aisner

August 27, 2024

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OSHA takes its latest step to try and protect roofing contractors and other outdoor workers exposed to extreme heat. Here's what you need to know.

Sustained Strategy: Tecta America's Rise to the Top

In a market swirling with private equity cash, Tecta America continues to draw leading roofing contractors into the fold through a proven acquisition process.

Art Aisner

August 6, 2024

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Tecta America leadership talks about the merger and acquisition market in the roofing industry and how its aggressive strategy has led to it being a top commercial contractor in the nation.

Exclusive: 2024's Top 150 Roofing Contractors

A surge in submissions called for a radical idea: Expand the Top 100 list for 2024

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August 1, 2024

RC's 2024 Top 100 list, expanded this year to 150, ranks the nation's top roofing contractors based on self-reported revenue, which reflects a healthy economy and robust marketplace.

Event News

5 'Must-Know' Things Ahead of the WRE in Vegas

Discover what's ahead for roofing contractors attending this year's 2024 Western Roofing Expo

Art Aisner

July 31, 2024

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Heading to the WRE 2024 in Las Vegas? Here’s what you need to know before this year's Western Roofing Expo, taking place Sept. 29 through Oct. 1 at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas.