Tanja Kern

Economic Indicators

Reroofing Demand Cools Across North America in Q3 2025

Even as reroofing contractors report mixed momentum, new remodeling research shows homeowners still rank new roofs among the most rewarding investments of 2025

Tanja Kern

November 3, 2025

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New industry research shows cooling reroofing demand across North America, but steady installation activity and long-term growth prospects.

Construction Employment

The Best U.S. Cities for Construction Workers in 2025

As construction investment climbs and job growth accelerates, three fast-growing cities are setting the pace for America’s building boom.

Tanja Kern

November 3, 2025

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As U.S. construction spending climbs toward $2.23 trillion, a new analysis by Astrak reveals the best places for construction professionals to live and work in 2025.

Economic Outlook

Economist Warns: U.S. Growth Needs Bold Action

At METALCON 2025, economist Alex Chausovsky warned U.S. leaders to embrace complexity and defend economic dominance.

Tanja Kern

October 30, 2025

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Economist Alex Chausovsky of The Bundy Group took the keynote stage at METALCON 2025 with a clear message: America’s economy is strong, but complacency is its biggest risk.

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Skilled Trades

DOL Awards $86M for Skilled Trades Training

Grants to 14 states aim to boost U.S. construction, manufacturing, distribution, and workforce innovation through industry-led training initiatives

Tanja Kern

October 29, 2025

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The U.S. Department of Labor is investing $86 million in workforce training across 14 states to strengthen domestic industries and prepare workers for high-demand trades.

Can Gen Z Save the Skilled Trades?

Roofing’s Future: Attracting Gen Z to the Trades

Part 2 of a 2-part series

Tanja Kern

October 24, 2025

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Gen Z could be the key to solving the skilled labor crisis. In part two of our series, discover how roofing leaders are reinventing recruitment with purpose, pay, and future-proof careers.

Latinos en Roofing

Taller en Florida destaca el liderazgo latino

Latinos En Roofing promueve comunidad y desarrollo profesional

Tanja Kern

October 24, 2025

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La sesión en Longwood, Fla., incluyó paneles de liderazgo y presentaciones de patrocinadores mientras Latinos En Roofing ampliaba su alcance, ofreciendo capacitación y redes de apoyo para profesionales latinos en la industria del techado.

Quarterly Report

U.S. Asphalt Shingle Shipments Fall 10% in Q3 2025

ARMA’s latest report shows declines across key segments

Tanja Kern

October 22, 2025

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ARMA’s Q3 2025 report shows a 10% drop in U.S. shingle shipments, with notable declines in BUR and modified bitumen, while Canadian shipments rose 14.8% year-to-date.

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GAF impulsa a los contratistas latinos en Atlanta

Tanja Kern

October 22, 2025

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GAF organizó un evento en Atlanta dirigido a apoyar a los contratistas latinos de techos a través de la educación y el desarrollo profesional.

Can Gen Z Save the Skilled Trades?

Roofing’s Future Depends on Winning Over Gen Z

Part 1 of a 2-part series

Tanja Kern

October 21, 2025

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Roofing firms face a growing labor shortage as older workers retire. Can Gen Z, wary of college debt but skeptical of trade jobs, be convinced to climb the ladder?

Construction Data

U.S. Commercial Construction Backlogs Stay Strong Despite Shutdown

Private indicators reveal mixed trends across sectors

Tanja Kern

October 15, 2025

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Commercial construction contractors are ending 2025 with stable backlogs and measured optimism. With the federal shutdown halting official economic data, private indicators point to steady activity but uneven growth across sectors heading into 2026.