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Tanja Kern

Tanja Kern

Tanja Kern covers economic trends and the intersection of architecture, design, and construction for Roofing Contractor, with an emphasis on the forces reshaping the industry. She develops and amplifies content that connects roofing professionals with the intelligence they need to compete and grow.

With more than 20 years of experience, Tanja has written for national business, consumer and trade publications. She holds a Master of Science in magazine publishing from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.

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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.
Trent Cotney, Attorney at Law
Trent Cotney
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
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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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Amrize debuts on New York Stock Exchange
Manufacturer News

Amrize Sees Soft Roofing Demand, Eyes 2026 Rebound

Board OKs $1B share buyback
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Tanja Kern
February 18, 2026
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Amrize cited soft residential roofing and stronger commercial repair work, forecasting flat residential volumes and modest commercial growth in 2026.


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closeup of metal roof
Mergers & Acquisitions

McElroy Metal Acquires Fabral

Deal reflects continued consolidation in metal roofing sector
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Tanja Kern
February 11, 2026
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Employee-owned manufacturer expands its footprint with the Fabral acquisition, while maintaining independent operations and leadership.


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QXO logo and New York Stock Exchange
Private Equity

QXO to Acquire Kodiak for $2.25 Billion

Cash-and-stock deal expected to close in Q2 2026.
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Tanja Kern
February 11, 2026
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QXO is acquiring Kodiak Building Partners for $2.25 billion, expanding into lumber, gypsum and construction supplies and potentially reshaping roofing distribution.



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Workforce Development

Roofing Industry Doubles Down on Education

New training centers, hands-on workshops, and bilingual programs underscore the industry’s push to elevate contractor expertise and workforce development.
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Tanja Kern
February 10, 2026
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Distributors and manufacturers in the roofing industry are investing heavily in cutting-edge contractor training. 


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