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Year-in-Review: Roofing Contractor's 2018 Top Stories

Fri, 21 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0500

The editorial staff at Roofing Contractor has compiled the magazine’s top stories from the past year.

Year-in-Review: Hurricanes, Storms Among Top Roofing Stories in 2018

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 09:00:00 -0500

Those in industries like roofing that help rebuild storm-impacted areas also took interest in what was happening leading up to, during, and after the 2018 storms rolled in.

Year-in-Review: M&A Activity Strong for Roofing in 2018

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 15:49:00 -0500

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) were continually highlighted by Roofing Contractor online and in print in 2018, often among the most popular stories with readers — making it “Roofing Industry Mergers & Acquisitions” one of our top 10 stories of the year.

Owens Corning Urges Roofing Contractors to Pledge Support for Sustainability on Earth Day

Sat, 21 Apr 2018 10:00:00 -0400

Earth Day is April 22, but the opportunity to connect homeowners with shingle recycling opportunities exists every day.

Inmates Install Polymer Roofing on Heber Valley Visitor Center

Wed, 24 Feb 2016 14:00:00 -0500

Ten inmates and their supervisors recently installed a new Bellaforté Shake® roof on the Heber Valley Visitor Center.

The International Roofing Expo® Takes Over Orlando

Mon, 15 Feb 2016 10:01:00 -0500

The 2016 IRE provides roofing professionals an exceptional opportunity to see, touch and feel new products, attend exceptional educational sessions and network with peers.

IKO Rewards Roofing Contractors in Dynasty Roof Photo Contest

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 00:00:00 -0500

IKO, a global leader in the manufacture of roofing shingles recently named the winners of the Picture Your Perfect Dynasty Roof photo contest.

Atlas Roofing Joins New Orleans Recovery With Lowernine.org

Fri, 29 Jan 2016 11:45:00 -0500

Lowernine.org, was formed to assist in the long-term recovery of the Lower Ninth Ward in New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina.

Q&A with Moss Roofing & Insulation

Wed, 09 Dec 2015 13:32:00 -0500

Chris Moss recently spent some time with Roofing Contractor to discuss his business and what makes it successful.

Finding the Right Fit for Good Shepherd Episcopal Church

Thu, 29 Oct 2015 14:00:00 -0400

Horn Brothers Roofing uses unique DaVinci Roofscapes shingle to restore roof on church in Centennial, Colo.

Watertight Warranty: Cache Condos’ New Metal Roof Comes With Leak-Free Guarantee

Tue, 08 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400

When you know you can do a good job and you know you’re working with good products, you don’t mind being held accountable.

The Show Goes On: Unique Copper Roof Fabricated and Installed at Miller Outdoor Theater

Thu, 03 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400

Because the show must go on, what served as a canopy-style roof at the Miller Outdoor Theater in Houston needed repairs in short order.

Solar Savings: Perfume Center of America Boasts Second-Largest Privately Owned Rooftop Solar System on Long Island

Tue, 01 Sep 2015 00:00:00 -0400

Oakdale-based SUNation Solar Systems has completed its construction and installation of the second largest, privately owned commercial rooftop solar project in Long Island history through its contract with Perfume Center of America.

Onsite Fabrication: New Metal Roof Created and Installed at Greers Ferry High School

Thu, 27 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400

A unique and challenging roofing problem on a large school in Arkansas called for a permanent solution.

A Special Building Envelope for the Special Forces: Cannon Air Force Base’s New Facility Utilizes Metal Panels

Tue, 04 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400

U.S. Army Special Operations Forces commissioned the Corp of Engineers to design and construct a new hangar and aircraft maintenance facility at Cannon Air Force Base.

Denver Botanic Gardens: Cement Composite Panels Form Roof and Walls of Science Pyramid

Wed, 29 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400

The Science Pyramid at Denver Botanic Gardens invites visitors to explore the relationship between people and plants.

Smart Storage: Insulated Metal Roof Covers Chappellet Winery’s Barrel Chai

Thu, 23 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400

The Chappellet Winery sits on picturesque Pritchard Hill, near St. Helena, in California’s famed Napa Valley.

Reaching for the Sky: Iconic University Features Custom Skylights for New Eco-Friendly Glass Atrium

Tue, 14 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400

Washington University in St. Louis celebrated the 97^th anniversary of Olin Business School with the dedication of two new buildings.

The Pterodactyl Soars: Futuristic Office Building Flaunts Unique Roof and Façade

Mon, 06 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400

The wildly unique design of the new office building known as the Pterodactyl in Culver City, Calif., is truly stunning.

Life Remodeled at Detroit’s Osborn High School: Roofing Contractors Join Together for Project Symbolizing Detroit’s Rebirth

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 02 Jul 2015 00:00:00 -0400

Amidst the boarded-up buildings and blighted street corners that are all too familiar in Detroit is a place where learning, inspiration and hope still thrives.

A Defensive Demonstration: High-Tech Roofing Brings Energy Efficiency to U.S. Department of Defense

Tue, 30 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400

The Department of Defense is learning how to transform some of its 577,500 buildings and structures into state-of-art, energy-saving powerhouses.

The Greenest School in Utah: New Rooftop Solar Panels Provide Energy for Elementary School

Thu, 11 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400

Students have attended school while the solar array has been installed, witnessing first hand the unique energy savings already in place.

Roof Replacement in the Mountains: Homeowner Selects Engineered Slate Roofing to Withstand Harsh Weather

Mon, 08 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400

With snow, sleet, ice and strong wind gusts wreaking havoc on homes year after year, choosing high-performance building products is essential.

A Natural Environment: Animal Hospital Blends Aesthetics and Performance for Eco-Friendly Structure

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 00:00:00 -0400

The objective to develop a state-of-the-art green facility was also among the top priorities for the ambitious undertaking.

A Winning Choice for Wine Care: Winery Selects Insulated Metal Panels for New Storage Facility

Fri, 15 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400

Jackson Family Wines (JFW) wanted to expand its successful Kendall-Jackson Winery in the Monterey County city of Fulton, Calif.

Encouraging Exploration: Unique High School Facility Designed to Challenge Students

Tue, 12 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400

Architecturally unique projects like the San Jose High School Career Technology Engineering Building only come together when everyone involved is on the same page.

Round Two: Cedar Point’s Historic Hotel Breakers Undergoes Second Phase of Re-roofing

Tue, 05 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400

The saying “life's a roller coaster”certainly resonates with roofer Jim Carson.

A Return to Glory: Historic Church Dome Restored With Zinc System

Fri, 01 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400

An old church dome in Orange, Texas, has been returned to its former glory and given new life as The Center of Stark Cultural Venues.

Chilling Out: Hawaii’s Largest Craft Brewery Keeps Cool With Insulated Panels

Thu, 16 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400

The award-winning Maui Brewing Company expanded to a brand-new 42,000-square-foot facility to meet its demand.

Metal Roof to the Rescue: Company Founder Connects Supplier and Installer for Historic Restoration Project

Mon, 13 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400

When board members of the Bucks County Audubon Society were looking for help with a leaking roof, they only had to search as far as a supportive member.