Articles by Roofing Contractor Staff

The EEOC has published “Promising Practices for Preventing Harassment in the Construction Industry,” a guideline recommending committed leadership, accountability, comprehensive policies, accessible complaint procedures, and tailored training to ensure a harassment-free workplace. 

Action Roofing, founded in 1986, provides roofing solutions to residential and homebuilder clients throughout South Florida and is the first acquisition by Exuma Capital Partners, a portfolio firm founded by Anthony Perera..

Fabral Metal Wall and Roof Systems introduced Sherwin-Williams WeatherXL, a two-coat silicone-modified polyester coating in 21 colors, offering enhanced durability, weather resistance, and color retention for various metal panels. 

GAF Energy plans to build a state-of-the-art solar roofing testing facility in collaboration with Sandia National Laboratories — with support from the U.S. Department of Energy — to enhance understanding of solar shingles' benefits for heating and air conditioning efficiency.

Town & Country Industries, a division of ABC Supply Co., acquired the assets of Mobile-based Aluminum Products Wholesale LLC.

NanoTech has unveiled a "groundbreaking Next Generation Cool Roof Coating" that reduces energy use by 200-300%, extends roof life by 10-plus years, and costs less than $1/sq. ft.

The Davis Memorial Foundation, under the Western States Roofing Contractors Association, announced the 10 students who will share a $50,000 grant for 2024-25.

IKO announced the expansion of its New York footprint by appointing BEST for NYC and MPDL Roofing for upstate New York as exclusive independent sales agencies.  

QXO, Inc., a new building products distributor, announced a $3.5 billion private placement, selling 340.9 million shares at $9.14 each and is expecting to close in Q3 2024 with 821.6 million shares outstanding; QXO is listed on the NASDAQ.

Owens Corning was one of 27 finalists for the award chosen from a pool of applicants from across the country.