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Immigration Crackdown

Increased ICE Funding Foretells More Raids on Roofing

$75B in ICE funding approved amidst TPS terminations, talks of temporary passes
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
July 11, 2025
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The roofing industry faces heightened uncertainty as the U.S. supercharges immigration enforcement with record ICE funding, potentially disrupting the workforce and project pipelines nationwide.


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The construction industry added 15,000 jobs on net in June, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors.
Economic Outlook

Construction Adds 15K Jobs in June, Says ABC

Nonresidential specialty trade added 12,400 jobs
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
July 3, 2025
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The construction industry added 15,000 jobs in June, bringing the year-over-year total to 121,000. However, rising costs, project delays and high interest rates are squeezing contractor margins.



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Shelly Travis, the executive director of SkillsUSA, center at the start of the 2025 Skills competition.
Workforce Development

Gen Z, Roofing's Workforce of Tomorrow, Gathers at SkillsUSA

A surge in Gen Z participation at SkillsUSA offers a hopeful sign for construction's labor pipeline — and the future of roofing
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
July 1, 2025
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A record crowd turned out for SkillsUSA’s 61st National Conference, where commercial roofing saw peak participation — signaling Gen Z’s rising interest in skilled trades.


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U.S. Department of Labor Pauses Job Corps Center Operations

The department suddenly closes regional offices nationwide, scrambling to find accommodations for those enrolled
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Roofing Contractor Staff
June 2, 2025
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The department suddenly closes regional offices nationwide, scrambling to find accommodations for those enrolled in Job Corp.


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LDR Accelerator is a leadership program designed to help roofing contractors grow sustainable, high-performing teams.
Workforce Development

From Firefighting to Future Building: The Must-Attend Leadership Accelerator for Roofing Contractors

LDR Accelerator helps roofing owners eliminate chaos and lead with purpose, clarity and control — unlocking sustainable growth
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Roofing Contractor Staff
May 27, 2025
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The LDR Accelerator helps small roofing business owners lead confidently, retain crews, and scale sustainably with proven tools, coaching, and real-world leadership support.


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Agentes de ICE arrestaron a casi una docena de empleados de una empresa de techos en Lowell, Massachusetts. Los arrestos son parte de una redada federal más amplia contra la contratación no autorizada y las violaciones migratorias en Boston.
Inmigración

ICE Redondea a Equipo de Techos Afuera de Boston

Federales declinan identificar a los arrestados durante la operación
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 26, 2025
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Agentes de ICE arrestaron a 11 trabajadores en una compañía de techos de Massachusetts y a cinco más en East Boston como parte de una operación federal contra supuestas contrataciones no autorizadas y violaciones migratorias.


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ICE agents arrested nearly a dozen roofing company employees in Lowell, Mass. The arrests are part of a broader federal crackdown on unauthorized hiring and immigration violations in Boston.
Immigration Crackdown

ICE Rounds Up Roofing Crew Outside Boston

Feds decline to identify those arrested during operation
Bryan Gottlieb
Bryan Gottlieb
May 21, 2025
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ICE agents arrested 11 workers at a Massachusetts roofing company and five more in East Boston as part of a federal crackdown on alleged unauthorized hiring and immigration violations.


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Federal Rulings

Department of Labor Issues Guidance on Independent Contractor Misclassification Enforcement

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Roofing Contractor Staff
May 12, 2025
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As the Employee or Independent Contractor Classification is challenged in federal court, the Department of Labor is issuing guidance on how to determine workers as contractors or employees.


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A medida que la escasez de mano de obra persiste en la industria de techado, atraer y retener trabajadores calificados es un enfoque crítico para los contratistas.
La atención médica en Estados Unidos

Explorando Opciones de Atención Médica para la Fuerza Laboral Hispana

Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 12, 2025
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La falta de trabajadores, el aumento de los costos de salud y los problemas con el idioma están afectando a los contratistas de techos, pero hay soluciones para ayudar a incluir a los trabajadores que hablan español.


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Latinos in Roofing

Trump’s 100 Days from a Latino Perspective

Economic and immigration concerns at the top of the list for Latino voters after Trump’s 100 days
Chris Gray, editor of Roofing Contractor and Roofing Supply Pro
Chris Gray
May 9, 2025
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A survey of Latino voters provides important insights into one of the largest communities in the roofing industry following President Donald Trump's 100 days in office.


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