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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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ARTICLES

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Davis Memorial Foundation Renames Golf Tournament to Honor Former WSRCA Leader

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 2, 2020
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The foundation trustees unanimously agreed to honor a former WSRCA president and foundation chairman of the trustees who passed earlier this year.


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2020 Commercial Contractor of the Year: Empire Roofing

Building an Empire
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
December 1, 2020
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Taking cues from successful brands like Maytag and UPS, Empire Roofing grew from humble beginnings to establishing international offices.


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International Roofing Expo Announces 2021 Virtual Event and New Conference Dates

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 30, 2020
One Comment

IRE 2021 will feature both a virtual and physical component to give the roofing industry plenty of opportunities to connect throughout 2021.


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M. Rank Roofing Takes Care of NJ Family in Time for the Holidays

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 26, 2020
One Comment

In a story perfect for Thanksgiving, a New Jersey roofing contractor worked to give a local family a free roof and rallied the community for food and toy donations.


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Best of Best of Success: Surviving an OSHA Inspection

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 25, 2020
3 Comments

Keven Yarbrough of Yarbrough Safety Solutions provides tactics and tips to help roofing contractors better navigate OSHA inspections.


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Roofing Contractor Accidentally Sets Florida Condo Roof on Fire

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 20, 2020
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A roofing contractor accidentally caused $50,000 in damages after using a torch to apply roofing tar to a high-rise building in Florida.


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Roofing Industry Reacts to the 2020 Election

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 19, 2020
3 Comments

Political experts and roofing professionals examine the results of the 2020 election and how it will affect the roofing industry.


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Contractor Profile: Skywalker Roofing

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 16, 2020
17 Comments

Embracing core values like serving others shapes this North Carolina roofer’s continued growth.


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Roofing Contractors Honor Heroes with Donated Roofs During Week of Veterans Day

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 13, 2020
One Comment

Roofing contractors around the country thanked veterans for their service by ensuring their homes were safe and dry at no cost to the veterans.


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Hurricane Zeta Brings New Work, Struggles for Roofing Contractors

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 12, 2020
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Louisiana roofing contractors are now working to recover from the fifth named hurricane to hit the area, bringing with it a slew of work and complications.


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