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.

Growing Up Roofing: General Roofing Co.

For Nearly a Century, Four Generations of Wakerlings have Provided Shelter in the Greater Oakland Area with Craftsmanship, Integrity and Reliability at the Core; the Legacy Continues

Art Aisner

September 5, 2023

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Mike and Shane Wakerling are the latest of four generations to operate General Roofing Co. in Oakland, Calif., yet they each found their way to the job.

Storm Preparation

VIDEO: Setting up a Base Camp for Storm Response

What roofing contractors need to know about preparing for the next big storm as hurricane season looms.

August 30, 2023

In this brief video, roofing contractors can learn how to prepare now for the next big storm, and the roofing opportunities that come with it.

Roofing Event

5 Things About the WRE Expo 2023

Check out what every roofing contractor needs to know before heading to the Western Roofing Expo Sept. 23-25 at the Paris in Las Vegas.

Art Aisner

August 29, 2023

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Here are five things about this year’s expo, organized by the Western States Roofing Contractors Association, Sept. 23-25 at the Paris in Las Vegas.

Roofing Events

Contractor Q&A: Outgoing WSRCA President Andy Clarke

RC catches up with Andy Clarke, outgoing president of the Western States Roofing Contractor Association, to discuss the organization’s accomplishments and path forward.

Art Aisner

August 28, 2023

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Andy Clarke, vice president of Tecta America Arizona, tells RC about his term as president of the Western State Roofing Contractors Association, as well as what he's looking forward to at WRE 2023 and beyond.

Talking Technology with RT3

Art Aisner

August 28, 2023

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Members of the Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) share what they think about the state of technology in roofing.

EVENTS

VIDEO: WRE 2023 Preview

The roofing industry will converge on Las Vegas for education, hot new products and more at the Western Roofing Expo Sept. 23-25.

Art Aisner

August 24, 2023

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The Western States Roofing Contractors Association offers dozens of educational opportunities for roofing professionals. Get a quick preview here.

Top 100 Roofing Contractors: Ones to Watch

These roofing contractors have what it takes to make it onto next year’s Top 100 list.

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Chris Gray

August 18, 2023

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These roofing contractors have what it takes to make it onto next year’s Top 100 list.

Dos and Don'ts of Using AI and ChatGPT in Roofing

Roofing Technology

VIDEO: Practical Uses of Artificial Intelligence

ChatGPT and other forms of artificial intelligence are making their way into the roofing industry. Learn how to effectively use it for marketing and more in this brief video.

Art Aisner

August 17, 2023

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In this brief video, roofing contractors can learn how to effectively use artificial intelligence to help gain and keep customers.

Coatings Special Section 2023

Coatings in Roofing Space Continue to Climb

Confidence in the roof coatings market grows, presenting opportunities for contractors amid economic uncertainty

Art Aisner

August 16, 2023

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Editor's Note discussing Roofing Contractor magazine's new Safety Advisor eNewsletter (man on roof in harness pictured).

The Joy of Top 100

High interest in this year’s Top 100 List is consistent with the notion that business operations are starting to resemble pre-pandemic levels despite some economic uncertainty.

Art Aisner

August 4, 2023

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High interest in this year’s Top 100 List is consistent with the notion that business operations are starting to resemble pre-pandemic levels despite some economic uncertainty.