Roofing Contractor Staff

Which innovative roofing project became award winners at the 2026 IRE?

IIBEC recognized four projects at its annual conference, highlighting innovation in roofing, waterproofing, exterior walls and overall building enclosure consulting.

Modern Mill introduces pre-finished ACRE, a rice hull-based composite building material designed to reduce installation time, labor costs and weather delays on projects.

Project Management and AI tools aimed to bridge digital disconnect for contractors. 

Handyman Roofing of Clearwater, Fla., announced a sponsorship with Clearwater Little League for the 2026 spring season, supporting youth sports programs and community activities in the Florida city.

The HCR Group has acquired Northern California’s Warren RoofCare Services, adding roof maintenance expertise and strengthening its commercial roofing platform across the Western United States.

The American Ladder Institute launched its 2026 ladder safety survey as National Ladder Safety Month marks its 10th year promoting safer ladder use.

APOC expands its delivery operation in the Northeast to better serve roofing contractors and distributors in key regional markets.

GAF expanded its Community Contractor Program to include enhanced warranty coverage for donated roofing systems, aiming to provide longer-term protection for families and nonprofits.