2025 August

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Consejos para Reducir Lesiones en la Cabeza para Contratistas de Techos

Los contratistas de techado corren el mayor riesgo de sufrir lesiones cerebrales entre los trabajadores de la construcción. Minimiza tu riesgo —y tu responsabilidad— hoy mismo.

Joe Brandel

June 22, 2025

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Datos recientes muestran que las caídas en obras de construcción han aumentado más del 50% en la última década. Las estadísticas son aún más preocupantes para los techadores, quienes representan la mayor cantidad de caídas mortales. Consulta estos consejos para mantenerte seguro.

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Perfil del Contratista: Gasper Roofing

Jason Jiménez superó barreras lingüísticas y mucho más para crear un negocio de techado exitoso en el sur de Nueva Jersey

Chris Gray

April 7, 2025

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De techador a experto en marketing, la historia de éxito de $5.5 millones de Gasper Roofing demuestra que una pasión por los clientes supera cualquier título universitario en marketing.

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

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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Exclusive: 2025’s Top 100 Roofing Contractors

Private equity’s role in roofing becomes apparent as multiple PE-based firms top the list

Chris Gray

August 4, 2025

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Roofing Contractor's 2025 Top 100 list reveals revenue leaders in roofing, with private equity playing a growing role and new companies earning spots through strategic growth.

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2025 Top 100: Ones to Watch

Companies leaning on new technology, brand awareness and expansion to grow revenue in 2025

Chris Gray

August 4, 2025

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These roofing companies have what it takes to make it on the Top 100 list. Find out what they’re doing to earn a spot on next year’s list.

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The 2025 Top 100: The Next 25

They may not have made the Top 100, but these contractors are making moves in their markets

Chris Gray

August 4, 2025

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RC highlights standout roofing companies just shy of the Top 100 list, recognizing their record growth, smart strategy, and potential to break through next year.

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2025 Top 100 Spotlights

Companies share what they did to earn a spot on this year’s list

Chris Gray

Tanja Kern

August 4, 2025

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RC highlights on some of the standout contractors, both new and repeat entrants, from the Top 100 list to show how others can duplicate their success.

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Exit Planning

How Would I Exit Roofing in 2025?

Kevin Kennedy shares what he would do when planning to exit a roofing company in today’s business climate

Kevin Kennedy

August 25, 2025

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Six years, $250K, and missed opportunities: what I learned exiting my roofing business—and how today’s contractors can do it smarter.

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Guest Column

What Attic Venting Questions are Roofing Pros Asking?

Challenge Workers by Growing Their Emotional Intelligence

As leaders, we must not only set goals for our employees but help them grow in poise

Jill Bloom

August 8, 2025

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Life lessons can pop up anywhere, including your kid's sporting events. RC Publisher Jill Bloom reflects on recent lessons she picked up that apply to roofing leaders.

Contractor Voices: Real World Roofing Success with TAMKO

Across the country, roofers share how TAMKO’s shingles protect homes and reputations — even in the harshest conditions.

August 14, 2025

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Four contractors, four regions, one conclusion: TAMKO’s Proline® shingles deliver when it matters most.

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August 2025 Product Focus: Underlayment

Roofing Contractor Staff

July 14, 2025

Before the shingles go on, the right underlayment can make all the difference. Discover how today’s advanced roofing underlayments boost weather protection, extend roof life, and help contractors avoid costly callbacks.

Compass Sales Group Earns the Carlisle Experience Award

Celebrating excellence in commercial roofing by winning Carlisle’s annual Carlisle Experience Award.

August 1, 2025

See how Compass Sales Group helped roofing contractors grow during uncertain economic times to earn the 2024 Carlisle Experience Award.

Educación

Lecciones desde la Azotea para Impulsar Pequeñas Empresas de Contratistas

OC University ayuda a los contratistas a hacer crecer sus negocios, ofreciendo educación accesible y habilitada por la tecnología que va más allá de la azotea

Jon Gardner

June 9, 2025

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OC University está ayudando a los contratistas a crecer sus negocios al ofrecer educación accesible y habilitada por la tecnología que va más allá del tejado.