Guest Blog

The Roofing Contractor Blog consists of posts from the magazine’s editors and contributors. Explore various blogs to dive more into the Roofing Contractor world!

Earned Media

How Winning Awards Boosts Your Business’s Opportunities and Reputation

Companies that go after awards add a significant weapon to their marketing arsenals

Heather Ripley

October 31, 2023

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Legal News

6 Steps to New I-9 Remote Verification

A new I-9 employment eligibility form allows roofers to verify remotely if they’re already qualified through the E-Verify system.

James G. Aldrich

September 6, 2023

4 Comments

The new version of the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form allows remote verification capabilities for qualified employers.

Solar Roofing

Why Solar Roofs Have a Bright Future

Roofing contractors have several reasons to consider diversifying into this growing market.

May 15, 2023

9 Comments

Expand into renewable energy and create a whole new revenue stream.

Roof Reduction: How Pre-fabricated Hinged Target Sumps Help Skilled Labor Shortage

June 26, 2020

With the skilled labor gap set to widen and an increasingly uncertain economic climate poised to have deleterious effects on construction timetables, it’s growing more important than ever to simplify installation.

Tough Hurricane Forecast, COVID-19 Complicate Preparation for Roofing Contractors

June 1, 2020

Experts with the MRA say it's essential to take protective readiness steps early this year.

5 Tips for Roofers to Share with Homeowners About Metal Roof Maintenance

May 28, 2020

The MRA urges members to share simple steps for low-maintenance metal roofs.

COVID-19 Blog: Seize the Opportunity Presented by These Uncertain Times

Rob Haddock

April 29, 2020

CEO and Founder of S-5! Metal Roof Innovations, Ltd., Urges Roofing Contractors to Push Through the COVID-19 Pandemic

Braving Severe Weather Temperament for Roofing Contractors

March 18, 2020

The President of Ridgeworth Roofing and the NRCA's chairman-elect shares his take on the materials needed to keep roofs resilient and sustainable.

IRE 2020 Women's Panel Opens Eyes and Inspires

Addison Franklin

March 11, 2020

RC's editorial intern provides a first-hand glimpse of what it was like to experience the industry, and the role women play in it during her first IRE in Dallas.