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Home » Authors » Chris Gray
Chris Gray

Chris Gray

Chris Gray is the former editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro. He has worked in the fields of journalism and copywriting for nearly 20 years, ranging from local print newspapers to the multi-media promotion of international artists.

Reach him at 248-244-6498 or grayc@bnpmedia.com.

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Andrew Yaklich, COO of RAFTR Roofing, on why partnership with insurance providers can create a consistent flow of referrals for roofers.
State of the Industry 2026

Who Took the Survey?

A closer look at the people who responded and their wins and concerns
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
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Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
January 5, 2026
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A closer look at the people who responded and their wins and concerns


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2026 State of the Roofing Industry Report

Annual report uncovers what’s driving contractor confidence, where pain points persist, and how technology and product trends are shaping the year ahead
Art Aisner, Editor-in-Chief of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
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Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
January 5, 2026
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Despite economic turbulence, shifting regulations, workforce challenges and the rise of AI, roofing contractors are showing resilience. RC’s State of the Industry Report explores what contractors can expect next and where the industry is headed.
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The 10 Most Popular Roofing Distribution Articles in 2025

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
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December 31, 2025
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Check out which roofing distribution and supplier stories drew the most attention of our readers in 2025.



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The Top 100 Roofing Contractors by Region

The Top 100 contractors make their mark in their respective regions in a year of private equity activity
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 30, 2025
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Find out which companies are at the top in their markets as RC presents the 2025 Top 100 regional report.


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Distributor News

2025 Recap: RSP’s Top 5 QXO-Beacon Stories

The most-read stories of 2025 related to QXO's $11B acquisition of Beacon
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 23, 2025
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QXO’s $11 billion acquisition of Beacon dominated 2025 distribution news. Here’s a look back at the five most-read stories tracking the deal and its ripple effects.


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Solar Roofing

Distributor Q&A: Is Solar Dead? SRS Distribution Weighs In

With the elimination of influential energy tax credits, roofing contractors and distributors must navigate a new market in 2026
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 23, 2025
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After the Big Beautiful Bill caused multiple energy tax credits to sunset, roofing contractors and distributors face a new landscape in selling solar. SRS Distribution's Bill Eitenmiller and Jess Cress share their insights into 2026 and beyond.


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Safety

The Top 10 Largest Roofing-Related OSHA Penalties of 2025

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 22, 2025
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Despite fewer reports from OSHA, the agency still went after roofing contractors in 2025. Find out which contractors faced the stiffest fines this year.


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Latinos en Techado

Los Profesionales Latinos de Techos Dan un Paso al Frente Para Retribuir

Desde donaciones de techos gratuitos hasta el apoyo a programas escolares, las empresas de techos retribuyeron a la comunidad en un año difícil  
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 19, 2025
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Desde donaciones de techos gratuitos hasta el apoyo a programas escolares, las empresas de techos retribuyeron a la comunidad en un año difícil.


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Commercial Roofers

Tecta America Executive Chairman Mark Santacrose Retires

Santacrose joined the company as its first CEO/president
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 17, 2025
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After a long career with one of the largest commercial roofing contractors in the nation, Mark Santacrose will step down as the executive chairman of Tecta America at the end of 2025.


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PHOTO GALLERY: The 2025 Best of Success Conference

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
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December 16, 2025
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Check out some of the images we captured during the 2025 Best of Success conference, held Dec. 3-5 at Live! By Loews in Arlington, Texas.


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