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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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GAF Hosts Virtual Discussion with U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill and Team Rubicon CEO on Veteran Issues, Public Service

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 6, 2020
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GAF invites the public to hear from two military veterans who helped protect our country and continue to answer the call of public service.


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Beware the Bears: Two Reports of Black Bears Climbing onto Roofs

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 4, 2020
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On the same day in two separate states, people reported black bears roaming on the roofs of homes and businesses.


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Supporting Soldiers: Roofing Contractors Take Care of Veterans During Tough Year

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
November 3, 2020
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Roofing contractors across the country are facing tough times, but that hasn't stopped them from giving back to veterans to ensure they have safe places to live.


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5 Scary Roofing Encounters for Halloween

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 30, 2020
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From nests of creatures to finding strange objects during inspections, roofing contractors and others have their fair share of frightful encounters on roofs.


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Contractor Profile: Springfield

Key Partnerships and Treating Customers’ Problems as Their Own are Secrets to Success for This Michigan Commercial Roofer
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 30, 2020
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This Michigan commercial roofing contractor prides itself on listening to a client’s needs and offering customized solutions.


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Elon Musk Calls Solar Roof Tesla’s Next ‘Killer Product’

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 29, 2020
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Tesla is reporting the third quarter of 2020 as the best in its history, and is anticipating its Solar Roof product will be among the leading products it offers next year.


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New White Paint on Roofs Could Generate 'Free Air Conditioning'

Researchers Develop White Paint that Sends Heat into Deep Space
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 27, 2020
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Developed by engineers at Purdue University, the acrylic white paint maintains a lower temperature under direct sunlight than other commercial white paints.


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Roofing Contractors Scrambling to Help Iowa Derecho Victims in Unusual Winter Weather

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 23, 2020
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An unusually early snowstorm hit Cedar Rapids, Iowa, this week, putting a strain on already overworked roofing contractors attempting to help residents recover from the August derecho.


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Nova Scotia Roofer Honors Veterans with Amazing Shingle Art

Veterans Tribute is Latest Shingle Art from MMI Roofing and Carpentry
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 21, 2020
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MMI Roofing and Carpentry is keeping the memories of those who made the ultimate sacrifice alive with a one-of-a-kind work of art using shingles.


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Contractor Q&A: RestoreMasters Contracting

With Multiple Locations Throughout the Country, RestoreMasters is Quickly Becoming a Top Name in the Commercial Roofing Sector
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
October 19, 2020
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From its humble beginnings in 2006 to operating in all 50 states, RestoreMasters has become a go-to roofing contractor for commercial roofing needs.
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