Many of tariffs announced earlier this year by the Trump Administration are set to take place this month and there are some indications that a comprehensive deal with China could be in the works. RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney, partner with Adams & Reese, explains the recent news and potential impact on roofing contractors and other skilled tradespeople.

“You’re going to see more and more trade deals, similar to what we saw with the (United Kingdom) just a few weeks ago … and the chaotic nature that we saw at the beginning of Q2 I think is going to start dying down,” Cotney said.

Listen to the full conversation here.

The recent unveiling of EagleView One provides roofing contractors access to a single, seamless platform where AI-driven property analytics and high-precision 3D models enable them to work more efficiently and make immediate, data-driven decisions in real time.

EagleView CEO Piers Dormeyer discusses the platform, the accompanying new logo and branding, and how the enhanced digital experience for roof models can help roofing contractors grow in this exclusive conversation.

There’s a lot of economic uncertainty out there today, both inside and outside of the roofing industry, but there’s also a lot of opportunity.

Josey Parks, owner of Win the Storm 2025, hopes to showcase that during the three days of intensive education, networking and more for roofing contractors Aug. 20-22 in Dallas.

“What I’ve always said is I believe the blue collar industries are the last beating heart of America, and there’s something so important about what we do,” he said about this year’s focus on community impact.

Part of recognizing that impact is also about second chances, and what the industry can offer people looking to make meaningful changes.

“Let’s bring in the best minds, the best people and let’s create change in ourselves and our families and our businesses and serve our communities,” he said in an exclusive podcast chat with RC. Listen to the full conversation here.

Billy Downs, president of Ford’s Garage, shares how his people-first leadership philosophy, rooted in his “Hospitality Wheel” concept, continues to drive business success and meaningful customer experiences.

AI-generated summaries of search results are here to stay, making marketing your roofing company a challenge. Anna Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited, is here to provide the latest updates and information on successfully navigating digital marketing on search engines.

At the FRSA convention, construction law expert Trent Cotney emphasized the legal risks prime contractors face due to subcontractor actions, highlighting the importance of strong contracts, job site oversight, and thorough documentation. He also addressed growing concerns over ICE job site raids, urging contractors to prioritize compliance and support for their crews while advocating for more efficient labor policies.

RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney said he’s seeing increased immigration enforcement in unexpected places in Florida. From major busts in Tallahassee with more than 100 arrests, to smaller enforcement pushes on the highway, construction companies are at high risk for attention from federal and local authorities.

Roofing contractors should be aware of high-volume areas for ICE enforcement and know their rights, says Cotney, who said he’s seeing increased immigration enforcement across Florida.

“The administration has made it very clear what its position on the border is,” he explained. “We’ve seen an uptick in ICE enforcement in construction and not just in “Blue” states, it’s been in “Red” states equally.”

Even companies that are fully compliant with I-9 documentation can still fall under scrutiny for having employees that face deportation, Cotney said. With the help of local authorities, ICE agents are targeting at the jobsite, at familiar intersections, and even where materials are being picked up. Listen to the full conversation here.