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Al Meets Roofing: How Homeowners Are Finding Contractors Differently

Dear Anna

AI In Construction—Transforming Client Acquisition

As decision-makers turn to AI instead of Google, contractors must rethink their websites and trust signals to stay visible and competitive.

Jill Bloom

Anna Anderson John Wyatt

January 28, 2026

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In the latest “Dear Anna” podcast, marketing expert Anna Anderson reviews how decision-makers turn to AI instead of Google, and how contractors must rethink their websites and trust signals to stay visible and competitive.

Mergers & Acquisitions

Making Moves: How Mega Mergers are Redefining Roofing Distribution

From tech-driven QXO to Home Depot’s latest billion-dollar buy, M&A fever is transforming the roofing supply chain.

Chris Gray

January 27, 2026

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Billions are changing hands as giants like QXO, Home Depot, and Lowe’s
reshape rooﬁng distribution. See how mergers are redeﬁning the industry — and what it means for independents.

Technology News

XBuild Raises $19M to Transform Construction Estimating

AI-native platform expands from roofing to multiple construction trades with new funding round led by N47.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 22, 2026

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XBuild’s $19M Series A will accelerate its AI estimating platform, starting with Roofing Proposals, which turns measurements and photos into editable roofing estimates in minutes.

IRE 2026

Spanish-Language Education Shines on IRE Day 3

Leadership, sales, tech and community take center stage

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 21, 2026

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Day 3 delivers sessions and networking for Latino pros.

5 Bold Predictions for Roofing in 2026

Not usually big on predictions, RC has some observations heading into the New Year

Art Aisner

January 16, 2026

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The year ahead should bring promise for roofing contractors positioned well amid some lingering uncertainty.

Technology News

Roofing Contractors Bet on Tech for Growth in 2026

ServiceTitan finds optimism as AI adoption remains limited

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 14, 2026

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Despite widespread optimism for revenue growth in 2026, most roofing and exterior contractors are struggling with rising costs and tight margins. A new ServiceTitan report finds many are pursuing efficiency gains, but limited adoption of AI tools may be holding productivity—and profitability—back.

Roofing Suppliers

Richards Building Supply Adds Property Intelligence to CRM

New CRM enhancements integrate EagleView aerial data to streamline measurements, quotes, and ordering in a single platform

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 8, 2026

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Richards Building Supply has launched new property intelligence tools inside its CRM, giving contractors instant access to aerial measurements and imagery to accelerate estimating, bidding, and ordering.

A construction worker surrounded by so much data

Supply Chain Optimization: Overcoming Challenges in the Building Supply Industry

How technology, workforce investment, and smarter sourcing are reshaping resilience and growth

January 7, 2026

After years of disruption from inflation, labor shortages, and global instability, building supply companies face a pivotal moment. By strengthening supply chains through digital transformation, local sourcing, and workforce development, industry leaders can turn today’s challenges into lasting competitive advantages.

Tech

SalesRabbit Acquires Roofle to Expand Roofing E-Commerce

Acquisition unites SalesRabbit, Roofle, and RoofLink into a single platform designed to modernize roofing sales, pricing, and production workflows.

Roofing Contractor Staff

January 6, 2026

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With the acquisition of Roofle, SalesRabbit now brings together three specialized solutions—SalesRabbit, Roofle, and RoofLink—into a unified platform built specifically for roofing and home improvement contractors.