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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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Tesla CEO Claims ‘Significant Mistakes’ Made with Solar Roof

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 28, 2021
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CEO Elon Musk said Tesla underestimated the complexity of roof installations for its Solar Roof, causing installation costs to rise for customers.


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Home Depot Foundation Partners with SkillsUSA for National Signing Day

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 27, 2021
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Home Depot will partner with SkillsUSA for National Signing Day and provide six scholarships in celebration of high school seniors entering the skilled trades industry.


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Q&A with GAF Energy President Martin DeBono on the Future of Solar Roofing

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 27, 2021
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GAF Energy President Martin DeBono discusses integrated solar roofing and where he thinks the solar roofing industry is heading in the future.


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Asphalt Shingle Shipments Up in Q1 2021 in U.S., Canada

Modified Bitumen, BUR See Slight Increases Compared to Q4 2020
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 22, 2021
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The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association reports the shipment of asphalt shingles in the U.S. was at 43.2 million squares for Q1 2021.


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How Roofing Contractors and Companies are Working for the Environment

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 19, 2021
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With roofing suppliers and manufacturers making it easier than ever to go green, now is the time for roofing contractors to step up and help save the planet.


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JobNimbus Hitting the Road with Kickin’ Asphalt Tour

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 16, 2021
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JobNimbus' chief growth coach is hitting the road to help contractors across the country level up their business during the Kickin' Asphalt Tour.


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President Biden Announces Nomination of Cal/OSHA Chief to Department of Labor

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 15, 2021
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Parker currently serves as chief of California’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA), a position he has held since 2019.


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WSRCA Announces New 2021 Western Roofing Expo Dates, Venue

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 14, 2021
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The Western Roofing Expo is now set to take place in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip on Sept. 21-23 instead of the original October dates.


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Indiana Roofing Contractors Help Save Family from Fire

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 13, 2021
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Two roofers from Warsaw, Ind. came to the rescue of a family as their house erupted in flames.


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Contractor Profile: Local Roofing LLC

Minnesota-based Residential Contractor Survives Perilous First Year to Expand into Multiple Branches
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
April 12, 2021
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After surmounting challenges that would break other roofing companies, Local Roofing has expanded its services to four branch locations since its formation in 2015.


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