Tanja Kern

Construction Data

Residential Remodeling Confidence Rebounds in Q4

Renovation and remodeling activity surges as contractors close 2025 on a high note, even amid data gaps from the ongoing federal shutdown.

Tanja Kern

October 15, 2025

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Residential construction pros are entering the year’s final quarter with renewed confidence, fueled by a strong rebound in renovation inquiries and project commitments.

Business Development

New Podcast ‘The Long Game’ Focuses on Lasting Growth

Infinity Home Services CEO Josh Sparks launches show on sustainable leadership and legacy in home services

Tanja Kern

October 14, 2025

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Infinity Home Services CEO Josh Sparks debuts "The Long Game", a podcast guiding entrepreneurs toward purpose-driven, lasting growth over quick wins.

2025 Metal Special Section

Metal Misconceptions

Which of these metal roofing myths have you heard?

Tanja Kern

October 13, 2025

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Análisis Legislativo

La NRCA insta a los profesionales de techos a respaldar el proyecto de ley de visas laborales

La asociación comercial moviliza a sus miembros para contactar al Congreso en apoyo del proyecto bipartidista de ley laboral H.R. 5494.

Tanja Kern

October 10, 2025

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La NRCA está instando a los contratistas de techos a apoyar el proyecto de ley H.R. 5494, una iniciativa bipartidista que crearía un nuevo programa de visas para aliviar la escasez crónica de mano de obra en la industria de la construcción.

Legislation Analysis

NRCA Urges Roofing Professionals to Back Workforce Visa Bill

Trade group mobilizes members to contact Congress in support of bipartisan H.R. 5494 workforce legislation

Tanja Kern

October 8, 2025

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The NRCA is urging roofing contractors to advocate for H.R. 5494, a bipartisan bill creating a new visa program to ease chronic labor shortages in construction.

2025 Young Guns

Roofing Reinvented

Young Gun Wendy Lucas

Tanja Kern

October 3, 2025

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How Wendy Lucas turned an unexpected career pivot into a mission to transform client experience and inspire the next generation of roofing professionals.

Workplace Protection

Lawsuit Claims Roofer Forced Out After Sex Harassment

EEOC alleges Buffalo, N.Y., firm created intolerable conditions leading to worker resignation

Tanja Kern

October 3, 2025

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The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says a Buffalo, N.Y., roofing company violated federal law by ignoring harassment complaints, forcing a roofer to quit after months of abuse by his supervisor.

Consumer Trends

Women, Gen Z, and Affluent Drive Home Service Demand

New report with Synchrony and Visa highlights evolving homeowner expectations, digital payments, and opportunities for contractors

Tanja Kern

October 1, 2025

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ServiceTitan’s 2025 report shows shifting homeowner preferences, with women, Gen Z, and affluent households driving demand for convenience and trust.

Supplier News

GAF Roofing Academy Joins DoD SkillBridge Program

Accreditation creates a national pipeline connecting service members with roofing careers and strengthening the industry’s skilled workforce.

Tanja Kern

September 30, 2025

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GAF Roofing Academy earns DoD SkillBridge accreditation, opening career pathways for veterans while supplying the roofing industry with trained talent.