Roofing Contractor eMagazine

March 3, 2026

Being underestimated is Bradley Rathjen's competitive advantage. At 23, the estimator and project manager at Madsen Roofing & Waterproofing in Sacramento, Calif., has learned that when clients doubt you because of your age, there's only one response: become undeniable.

2026 Young Guns

Remote Roofing

Young Gun Griffin Libhart

March 3, 2026

Imagine a roofing sales process executed successfully over the phone, available remotely anywhere, anytime. Griffin Libhart could see it and is part of the team implementing the revolutionary process at One Day Roofing.

2026 Young Guns

Living the Brand

Young Gun Gavin May

March 3, 2026

Gavin May was a young father already working in the trades when he found his way into the roofing industry. At 25, he was earning money working as a countertop programmer running CNC machines, but he just couldn’t see a future in it.

2026 Young Guns

One Door at a Time

Young Gun Ian Smith

March 3, 2026

Ian Smith’s love for roofing was born pounding the pavement, going door-to-door carrying a sales kit and a boatload of good intentions for homeowners faced with replacing a roof.

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Young Guns 2026

How Roofing’s Next Generation Is Shaping the Industry’s Future

RC’s latest group of emerging roofing leaders explore their passion for the trades and how to take their companies to the next level.

March 3, 2026

The roofing industry’s next generation of leaders join multiple RC Young Guns alumni to help steer the pathway to success in the annual workshop.

2026 Young Guns

Enhancing the Experience

Young Gun Victoria Ogrizek

March 3, 2026

Victoria Ogrizek, 39, came to roofing through marketing and brand reputation, not through the trades. But that outside perspective became her advantage.

Ten Years Gone

Reflections on a most-memorable IRE and the past decade of reporting on roofing.

March 13, 2026

Reflections on a most-memorable IRE and the past decade of reporting on roofing.

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Forging Success with Financing

Use These Tips to Turn Roof Financing from a Sales Obstacle into a Competitive Advantage

Jonathan Sagner

March 6, 2026

Veteran contractor-turned finance pro Jonathan Sagner draws from his experience in both worlds to boost roofing sales in today’s high-priced environment.

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March 2026 Product Focus

Tools & Equipment

March 16, 2026

Learn about the latest roofing tools and equipment innovations that help contractors improve productivity, safety, and jobsite efficiency.

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Workforce Development

Labor Dept. Sets Spring Dates for 2026 Apprenticeship Week

National Apprenticeship Week will run from April 26 to May 2 across all states and U.S. territories.

February 3, 2026

Events to focus on "Making America Skilled Again Through Registered Apprenticeship."

Legislation

Registration Opens for Roofing Day 2026

2026 advocacy issues include workforce challenges and affordable housing

February 5, 2026

Professionals from all segments of the roofing industry will come to Washington, D.C., to advocate for the roofing industry; 2026 advocacy issues include workforce challenges and affordable housing.

Roofing Anniversary

Sherriff Goslin Roofing Celebrates 120 Years of Excellence in the Midwest

Michigan-based roofing contractor marks more than a century of quality craftsmanship, unwavering integrity, and family values.

January 31, 2026

Ever wonder what keeps a roofing company going for more than 120 years? Sherriff-Goslin has the answer.

Private Equity

QXO to Acquire Kodiak for $2.25 Billion

Cash-and-stock deal expected to close in Q2 2026.

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.

Roofing Awards

ARMA Announces 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Award Winners

Roofing contractors were honored for their craftsmanship, care to detail, and creative use of asphalt in projects judged by industry experts.

January 28, 2026