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Articles by Tanja Kern

Six young roofing professionals standing on stairs
Young Guns 2026

How Roofing’s Next Generation Is Shaping the Industry’s Future

RC’s latest group of emerging roofing leaders explore their passion for the trades and how to take their companies to the next level.
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
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Tanja Kern
March 3, 2026
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The roofing industry’s next generation of leaders join multiple RC Young Guns alumni to help steer the pathway to success in the annual workshop.
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Aerial view of Berkeley, Calif.
Crime Blotter

Traveling Roofing Scammers Target Seniors

Police in Berkeley, Calif., warn of aggressive door-to-door fraud
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Tanja Kern
March 2, 2026
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Police say traveling scammers are targeting seniors with fraudulent roofing offers, causing intentional damage and demanding large cash payments for unnecessary repairs.


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construction worker framing a building
Housing Insights

New Data Reframes U.S. Housing Shortage

Shift may affect roofing growth plans
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Tanja Kern
March 2, 2026
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A new analysis finds the U.S. housing shortage has eased since 2022, signaling steadier new construction and more roofing demand from remodeling and replacement work.


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exterior of the U.S. Department of Labor building
Legislation

Labor Department Seeks to Rescind 2024 Contractor Rule

Proposed rule would reinstate a streamlined economic reality test, with construction groups praising the shift and officials opening a 60-day public comment period.
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
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Tanja Kern
February 27, 2026
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The proposed rule would restore a streamlined economic reality test, with officials and industry groups citing clarity and flexibility for employers and independent workers.


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Snowy street in New York City
Snow Siege

NYC Roofers Swamped After Back-to-Back Storms This Winter

Ice dams, emergency calls and nonstop snow removal push metro contractors into overdrive.
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Tanja Kern
February 26, 2026
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From Brooklyn to New Jersey, roofers report unprecedented demand for snow removal and ice dam remediation, turning routine winters into round-the-clock emergency response operations.


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Kodiak and QXO logos
Mergers & Acquisitions

Three Questions Emerging from the QXO-Kodiak Acquisition

QXO ended months of speculation by pulling off a $2.2 billion deal for Kodiak Building Products. Now what?
Art Aisner, Editor in Chief of Roofing Contractor
Art Aisner
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Tanja Kern
February 24, 2026
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QXO’s $2.25 billion acquisition of Kodiak Building Partners drew a lot of reaction industry wide. Here's three questions to ponder.


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Building Tomorrow's Workforce with SkillsUSA
Video/Podcast

Building Tomorrow's Workforce with SkillsUSA

State directors at IRE 2026 highlight how SkillsUSA is building the next generation of skilled trade professionals—from roofing to welding—and why contractors should take notice.
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Tanja Kern
February 23, 2026
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Looking for tomorrow’s workforce today? SkillsUSA leaders say the pipeline is already in place—and contractors just need to tap in.
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Trent Cotney
Latinos en Techado

¿Está ICE señalando a mi cuadrilla de techado?

Cotney comparte medidas prácticas que los empleadores pueden tomar para ayudar a las cuadrillas a proyectar una presencia profesional en la obra, conocer sus derechos y reducir el riesgo legal sin crear nuevas responsabilidades.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
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Tanja Kern
February 23, 2026
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El experto en Legal Insights, Trent Cotney, analiza cómo manejar la percepción de que las cuadrillas están siendo señaladas en el trabajo por acciones de control migratorio.


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exterior-of-us-supreme-court-building
Tariffs

High Court Tariff Ruling Hits Roofing Supply Chain

The 6–3 ruling limits IEEPA-based import duties, potentially easing volatility for metal roofing, edge metal, fasteners and accessories—though price relief may lag.
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Tanja Kern
February 20, 2026
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Tariff rollback could steady roofing bids, but distributors must clear higher-cost inventory and officials may pursue new duties under other trade laws.


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electrical storm commercial roof
Commercial Roofing

Commercial Roof Performance Under Intensifying Storm Pressure

Flashing failures, edge securement and aging systems are emerging as key vulnerabilities as insurers push for performance beyond code minimums.
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Tanja Kern
February 19, 2026
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Severe storms are exposing weak points in commercial roofs — and insurers are paying close attention.


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