Articles by Chris Gray

Cliff Johnson, a driver/operator for Beacon, proves that dedication and service transcend job titles, earning him the Roofing Alliance’s 2025 Outstanding Community Involvement award for his personal and professional contributions. 

A viral video shows the perils of overloading a roof, with experts calling it a "miracle" no one died from the accident.

Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson explores how roofing contractors should approach selling to the next generation of homeowners looking for a different experience from their grandparents.

By adopting an iterative approach to improving her company, WRYKER Construction Supply President Julia Farrell ensures the distributor serves up wins for its customers.

Mira esta galería de fotos especial que celebra a los profesionales latinos de techos que llegaron a la Exposición Internacional de Techado 2025 para avanzar y hacer crecer sus negocios.

During Women in Construction Week, we highlight women in distribution and the insights they have working in a male-dominated industry.

Roofing crews and unexpected fires: a dangerous trend ignites across schools and homes. Three incidents in two weeks, from California to New Hampshire, underscore the critical need for heightened fire safety in roofing.

Multiple CertainTeed products are now certified for use in FORTIFIED Roof systems, giving homeowners and contractors options for building more resilient roofing systems that withstand severe weather.

An overlooked aspect of roofing safety is the estimator. By properly training an estimator, roofing contractors can nip property damage, materials handling and safety issues in the bud.

Known for his soft-spoken nature and fierce commitment to empowering others to be the best roofing professionals they can be, Dennis Conway of Commercial Roofers was named the 2025 J.A. Piper award winner.