Chris Gray

Podcast

Dear Anna: Don't Let Text Messages get Blocked as SPAM

Text messaging policy could result in higher fees or their text messages blocked if contractors don’t register

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro

August 4, 2023

Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson shares critical information roofing contractors need to know about the 10DLC policy and how it affects your company’s text messaging.

Tesla Experiences Drop in Solar Deployments in Q2 2023

Quarterly deployments remained stagnant while energy storage remained at all-time highs

Chris Gray

August 4, 2023

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Tesla's year-over-year solar deployments dropped by nearly 40%, though its energy storage deployments saw massive increases.

Legacy Restoration President Mike McComas and Founder Scott Mullins

A Legacy of Raising the Standard

Through a focus on company culture and elevating the industry, Top 100 contractor Legacy Restoration has set itself apart from the competition

Chris Gray

August 4, 2023

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Through a focus on company culture and elevating the industry, Top 100 contractor Legacy Restoration has set itself apart from the competition

FRSA Reveals Winners of 2023 S.T.A.R. Awards

Contractors take home trophies for going above and beyond for low-slope, steep-slope and hurricane response projects

Chris Gray

August 1, 2023

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Find out which roofing contractors took home the trophies for exceptional projects during this year's FRSA S.T.A.R. Awards.

Industry Snapshot

ARMA Q2 2023 Report Hints at End of Supply Chain Issues

Compared to the first quarter of '23, things are trending in the right direction

Chris Gray

July 20, 2023

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Quarter-to-quarter comparisons show massive increases in most products, though a year-to-year analysis hints that supply issues are not over just yet.

Podcast

Dear Anna: How do I Use GA4 and AI to Increase Conversions?

Learn about the latest analytics technology with marketing guru Anna Anderson

Chris Gray

July 19, 2023

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Art Unlimited CEO Anna Anderson shares how the new Google Analytics platform, GA4, and its AI can shape consumer experiences.

Crime Blotter

Oklahoma Thieves Arrested After Stealing Materials from Roofing Job

Chris Gray

July 19, 2023

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Two suspects are under arrest after security footage showed two people stealing roofing materials from a homeowner's driveway.

Case Study: Optimizing Warehouse Space Improves Branch’s Operations

Chris Gray

July 11, 2023

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By optimizing its warehouse space and using multidirectional forklifts, a Beacon branch is now able to offer a wider variety of products to its customers.

Roofing Technology

Robotics in Roofing

Pilot program to test roofing robots slated for the fall

Chris Gray

July 10, 2023

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A tech startup seeks roofing contractors interested in testing a robot that can install asphalt shingles, potentially reducing labor concerns and improving productivity.

Roofing Associations

MRCA to Hold 2023 Conference & Expo in Nebraska

Olympic champion to hold keynote presentation

Chris Gray

July 7, 2023

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This year's MRCA Conference & Expo features an expo floor displaying products, services and more as well as cutting-edge educational sessions on safety, technical presentations and business management.