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Articles by Chris Gray

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Economic Reports

Roofing Industry Braces as Trump's Tariff Increases Take Effect

New average tariff rate the highest since the 1930s
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 11, 2025
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New and established U.S. tariffs are expected to bring in $2.3 trillion in revenue but drive up roofing material costs, affecting contractor bids, profit margins, and supply chains.


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Giving Back

Roofing Good Deeds: Uplifting Stories from Across the Industry (Aug. 11, 2025)

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 11, 2025
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From granting wishes and free roofs to supporting a local family with a wheelchair ramp, here are some of the positive stories that recently made headlines in the roofing industry.


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Sustainability

Japanese Companies Develop Lightweight Solar Cells for Industrial Roofs

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 8, 2025
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Japanese companies are testing a thin solar cell that could be used on low-load-bearing roofs, opening a new avenue for solar on industrial rooftops.


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Crime Blotter

Florida Roofers Catch Thief Using AirTags

Florida man accused of stealing $4,000 in roofing materials from two jobsites
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 6, 2025
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A Florida man was arrested for stealing roofing materials from two jobsites after deputies and the roofing company tracked down the stolen materials with help from an Apple AirTag.


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Roofing Technology

How AI Is (and Isn’t) Impacting Roofing Jobs

Microsoft study shows blue-collar roofing jobs are safe, but office jobs are at risk
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 5, 2025
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A new study from Microsoft shows artificial intelligence isn't about to replace roofing laborers, but sales and administrative jobs are vulnerable to AI.


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Informes Económicos

Pocos avances en empleos de construcción en julio

Cifras decepcionantes enfurecen a Trump, quien pide destituir a la comisionada del BLS
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 4, 2025
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La construcción, al igual que la mayoría de las industrias, mostró poco o ningún avance en la creación de empleo, según nuevos datos de la Oficina de Estadísticas Laborales (BLS). La noticia llevó al presidente Trump a despedir a la comisionada de la agencia.


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2025 Top 100: Ones to Watch

Companies leaning on new technology, brand awareness and expansion to grow revenue in 2025
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 4, 2025
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These roofing companies have what it takes to make it on the Top 100 list. Find out what they’re doing to earn a spot on next year’s list.


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Sponsored by QXO

The 2025 Top 100: The Next 25

They may not have made the Top 100, but these contractors are making moves in their markets
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 4, 2025
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RC highlights standout roofing companies just shy of the Top 100 list, recognizing their record growth, smart strategy, and potential to break through next year.
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2025 Top 100 Spotlights

Companies share what they did to earn a spot on this year’s list
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
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Tanja Kern
August 4, 2025
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RC highlights on some of the standout contractors, both new and repeat entrants, from the Top 100 list to show how others can duplicate their success.
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Legislation Analysis

Bill Calls for Restricting Quotas, Adding Safety Requirements for Warehouses

Similar legislation is pending in state governments
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
August 4, 2025
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Roofing distributors should keep an eye on federal and state efforts to regulate warehouse quotas and safety rules that could impact material suppliers.


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