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Articles by Chris Gray

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Crime Blotter

Roofing, Construction Contractors Guilty of $1.8M in Tax Fraud in Massachusetts

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 24, 2025
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The defendants stole a combined total of $1.8 million from the U.S. Treasury, cashing checks and using a company bank account to launder the stolen funds.


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Perfil de distribuidor: Pablo González, QXO

La experiencia en grandes tiendas y la priorización de la comunicación crean una estrategia ganadora para el gerente de la sucursal de Florida
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 22, 2025
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Pablo González pasó de trabajar en grandes tiendas de venta al por menor a dirigir una sucursal de distribución de techos en uno de los mercados más difíciles de la nación. Descubre cómo su enfoque y conocimiento del condado de Miami-Dade mantienen a QXO y a sus clientes en pleno auge.


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Obituary

John Gooding, Chairman of GSM Roofing, Dies at 80

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 16, 2025
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The roofing industry mourns the loss of John Gooding, who served as NRCA chairman and received the association's J.A. Piper Award for his lifetime of service to the industry.


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Immigration

Protesters Gather to Defend New York Roofers Targeted by ICE

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 15, 2025
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A tense standoff between protestors and ICE agents attempting to arrest roofing workers in New York shows the growing tension around immigration enforcement that is affecting the roofing industry and its workforce.


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Prioritizing Repairs Over Replacements

VIDEO: Prioritizing Repairs over Replacements? itel Weighs In

Data shows most roofs are repairable, but is it worth raising rates to perform repairs?
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 15, 2025
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Roof replacements may pay more, but new data suggests repair work could boost profits, customer trust, and efficiency in today’s roofing market.


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Economic News

Employment in Construction Slows for Third Consecutive Month

Immigration enforcement and increased material prices factors in jobs decrease
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 12, 2025
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Roofing contractors face a deepening labor crunch as job growth stalls and stricter immigration enforcement shrinks an already small workforce.


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2025 Storm Season

Forecasts Reduced for Named Storms, Hurricanes After Mid-Season Lull

Number has ticked down to 16, but severe weather still in the forecast
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 11, 2025
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The number of named storms and hurricanes predicted for this year has been reduced, but roofing contractors will still want to stay alert, as disastrous storms may yet form like they did in 2024.


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Contractor Profile

Former NFL Wide Receiver Starts New Chapter in Roofing in N.C.

Damiere Byrd begins new career as owner of Bumble Roofing of Charlotte
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 10, 2025
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After a decade in the NFL, Damiere Byrd is tackling a new challenge: running Bumble Roofing of Charlotte, where his grit, hustle, and attention to detail fuel his next venture.


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Industry Surveys

Survey Data Shows How Distributors Can Boost Roofing Contractors’ Growth

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 10, 2025
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Roofing contractors face rising costs, labor shortages, and tech transitions. ServiceTitan’s latest survey data shows how distributors can step in to support their customers’ growth and profitability.


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Private Equity

Gridiron Capital-backed Leaf Home to Acquire Erie Home

Leaf will service customers through over 300 field offices with more than 3,100 trained sales consultants and 2,400 licensed installers
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
September 8, 2025
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Erie Home will be acquired by Leaf Home, a tech-enabled, direct-to-consumer home solutions business. Both businesses belong to the Gridiron Capital portfolio of companies, and Erie Home CEO Jeinlee Common will serve as CEO for the combined entity.


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