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APOC Expands Northeast Delivery of Liquid-Applied Roofing Systems, Sealants and Adhesives

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

APOC expands its delivery operation in the Northeast to better serve roofing contractors and distributors in key regional markets.

Court Blocks HUD Energy Code Rule for Housing

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A federal court vacated a HUD rule requiring the 2021 energy code for federally backed housing, renewing debate over construction costs and building performance nationwide.

Louisiana Orders Insurers to Offer FORTIFIED Roof Discounts

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Louisiana insurers must begin offering premium discounts for homes built to FORTIFIED standards under a new regulation aimed at reducing hurricane losses and stabilizing insurance costs.

GAF Expands Program Supporting Donated Roofing Systems

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

GAF expanded its Community Contractor Program to include enhanced warranty coverage for donated roofing systems, aiming to provide longer-term protection for families and nonprofits.

North Country Slate Offers Lightweight Slate Roof Options

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A producer and supplier of slate roofing in North America now offers a lightweight slate roofing option for new construction and re-roofing applications.

Metal Roofing Alliance Adds New Members for 2026

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:00:00 -0400

The Metal Roofing Alliance announced new 2026 members, including manufacturers, suppliers and contractors, reflecting continued growth in the residential metal roofing market across the U.S. and Canada.

A to B Roofing Partners Expands With Brown’s Roofing

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:14:00 -0400

A to B Roofing Partners announced a partnership with Brown’s Roofing in Rock Hill, S.C., adding its third retail brand as the platform continues strategic expansion.

Gulfeagle Supply Names Andy Beckerman Vice President of Vendor Relations

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Company officials say Beckerman's leadership will help strengthen the relationships that support Gulfeagle's growth and customer service.

ECA Advisory Board Welcomes New Roofing Contractor Members

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

The Exterior Contractors Alliance (ECA), a division of FEI Group, welcomes two new members to its advisory board and honors outgoing board members.

Ten Years Gone

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

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

Angi Launches Home Services App in ChatGPT

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Angi has launched an app in ChatGPT that allows homeowners to move from asking project questions to connecting with local contractors and requesting quotes.

Intellia Launches AI Framework for Roofing, Construction

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Intellia introduces an AI framework designed to help construction firms improve marketing performance, identify high-intent buyers, and streamline sales prospecting.

Monster Hail Pounds Midwest as Tornadoes Reported

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Monster hail and tornadoes hit parts of the Midwest, with Kansas City contractors reporting widespread roof damage and early estimates nearing $100 million.

Siplast to Exhibit Roofing Systems at IIBEC 2026

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Siplast will showcase roofing and waterproofing systems, including modified bitumen, single-ply membranes and green roof solutions, at the 2026 IIBEC Convention and Trade Show.

OMG Roofing Products Introduces PaceCart Pro15

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400

The next-generation adhesive-dispensing system is designed to deliver faster flow and longer reach when applying OlyBond insulation adhesives on commercial roofing projects.

Greenwood Industries Named Official Commercial Roofing Partner of New England Patriots

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Greenwood Industries continues its championship legacy with Patriots partnership.

Capital City Roofing Joins the Roofing Alliance

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0400

As the 208th member, Capital City Roofing strengthens a powerful coalition of forward-thinking industry leaders.

Oregon OSHA Fines Roofer $113K for Repeat Fall Violations

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Oregon OSHA fined a Gresham roofing contractor $113,852 after inspectors found a worker exposed to a 12-foot fall without protection at a Lake Oswego jobsite.

QXO Opens Nominations for Female Roofing Pro Award

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

QXO launched nominations for its 2026 Female Roofing Professional of the Year award, recognizing women across the U.S. and Canada for leadership and contributions to roofing.

Mutual Success Workshop Draws 540 Contractors to N.J.

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400

A contractor workshop led by Marcos Sierra, president of Sierra Roofing & Solar, drew 540 attendees and raised over $30,000 for Humane Borders while emphasizing implementation, margins and disciplined business growth.

Owens Corning Leader MaryBeth Tran Wins 2026 STEP Ahead Award

webmaster@bnpmedia.com (BNP Media Staff) — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

MaryBeth Tran, site leader at Owens Corning’s Compton, Calif., roofing plant, earns a national 2026 STEP Ahead Award for leadership and developing future manufacturing talent.

Negative Review Scams: How Roofing Contractors are Fighting Back

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:21:46 -0400

Fake Google reviews and ransom demands are targeting roofing contractors nationwide. Here’s how companies are fighting back — and what you should do.

TAMKO Launches HailGuard Shingles With Hail Warranty

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

TAMKO introduces HailGuard shingles with impact technology, Class 4 rating, and a hail warranty.

Polyglass Roofing Products Meet IBHS FORTIFIED Roof Standard

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Polyglass roofing membranes and underlayments now qualify for use in IBHS FORTIFIED Roof projects designed to improve wind and weather resistance.

The Home Depot to Launch Real-Time Tracking for Pro Deliveries

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:38:14 -0500

The Home Depot plans a real-time delivery tracker for large building materials, giving professional contractors minute-by-minute updates on truck locations and delivery timing.

Forging Success with Financing

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500

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

IB Roof Systems Launches TPO Membranes for Commercial Roofs

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

IB Roof Systems has introduced thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) membranes to its commercial roofing product line, expanding its single-ply offerings beyond PVC and liquid-applied systems.

Roofing Industry Q&A 2026: Westlake Royal

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:33:02 -0500

You’ve seen the survey results, now roofing industry leaders weigh in on what will likely determine success – and failure -- in 2026

Roofing Industry Q&A 2026: ServiceTitan

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:54:06 -0500

You’ve seen the survey results, now roofing industry leaders weigh in on what will likely determine success – and failure -- in 2026

Florida Attorney General Moves to Halt Roofer Lawsuits

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500

Florida’s attorney general asked a judge to halt lawsuits filed by Florida Roof Specialists as part of a consumer protection case against the company.