Up-to-date breaking news, information and events specifically geared to the roofing industry. https://www.roofingcontractor.com/rss/2700 en-us The patented mounting system takes a different approach to a persistent rooftop solar concern: protecting attachment points from long-term water intrusion. The patented mounting system takes a different approach to a persistent rooftop solar concern: protecting attachment points from long-term water intrusion.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102877 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 16:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102877-martin-solar-patents-hidden-fastener-roof-mount The Nov. 11–12 conference in Mexico City will cover data center roofing, rooftop solar and installation techniques, with a new demonstration stage and more than 35 exhibitors. The Nov. 11–12 conference in Mexico City will cover data center roofing, rooftop solar and installation techniques, with a new demonstration stage and more than 35 exhibitors.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102879 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:52:51 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102879-mexico-roofing-day-2026-to-focus-on-data-center-roofing El encuentro del 11 y 12 de noviembre en Ciudad de México abordará el techado para centros de datos y el diseño de cubiertas para paneles solares, con más de 35 expositores y un nuevo foro de 17 sesiones técnicas. El encuentro del 11 y 12 de noviembre en Ciudad de México abordará el techado para centros de datos y el diseño de cubiertas para paneles solares, con más de 35 expositores y un nuevo foro de 17 sesiones técnicas.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102880 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:43:23 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102880-mexico-roofing-day-2026-abordara-techado-para-centros-de-datos-y-energia-solar Siegal will lead four sessions addressing practical issues contractors encounter while running and growing their businesses. Siegal will lead four sessions addressing practical issues contractors encounter while running and growing their businesses. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102869 Fri, 06 Nov 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102869-ire-2027-business-workshop-targets-contractor-growth Economist Kermit Baker says contractors face continued labor and cost pressures in 2027, even as data-center construction surges. Economist Kermit Baker says contractors face continued labor and cost pressures in 2027, even as data-center construction surges.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102874 Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102874-construction-outlook-points-to-uneven-market-heading-into-2027 kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Prosecutors say the roofing company owner concealed income and used business accounts for personal expenses as the IRS pursued unpaid employment taxes. Prosecutors say the roofing company owner concealed income and used business accounts for personal expenses as the IRS pursued unpaid employment taxes.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102873 Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102873-texas-roofing-company-owner-sentenced-in-14m-tax-case kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Roofing manufacturers warn the 15-year FORTIFIED limit could affect homeowners and contractors as IBHS explains the research behind the change. Roofing manufacturers warn the 15-year FORTIFIED limit could affect homeowners and contractors as IBHS explains the research behind the change.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102866 Wed, 04 Nov 2026 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102866-arma-challenges-ibhs-15-year-fortified-roof-limit IRE 2027 is adding a Workforce Development Hub aimed at helping roofing contractors recruit, train and retain workers. IRE 2027 is adding a Workforce Development Hub aimed at helping roofing contractors recruit, train and retain workers.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102867 Wed, 04 Nov 2026 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102867-ire-adds-workforce-development-hub-for-2027 sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) From gutters and fascia to siding and soffits, these contractors are finding new ways to serve customers, build relationships and keep business moving. From gutters and fascia to siding and soffits, these contractors are finding new ways to serve customers, build relationships and keep business moving.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102859 Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:04:12 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102859-when-storms-slow-roofing-contractors-find-work-beyond-the-roof Washington contractor recognized for customer accountability, employee training and community service. Washington contractor recognized for customer accountability, employee training and community service.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102863 Tue, 03 Nov 2026 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102863-guardian-roofing-wins-2026-bbb-torch-award-for-ethics Home Genius Exteriors is expanding its footprint with five new locations across Ohio, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Tennessee. Home Genius Exteriors is expanding its footprint with five new locations across Ohio, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Tennessee.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102860 Tue, 03 Nov 2026 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102860-home-genius-exteriors-expands-with-five-new-locations kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) At 27, CFO Anna Cox shares how Hargrove Roofing more than doubled revenue while expanding into new markets and building for profitable growth. At 27, CFO Anna Cox shares how Hargrove Roofing more than doubled revenue while expanding into new markets and building for profitable growth.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102857 Fri, 30 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102857-hargrove-roofing-cfo-on-scaling-from-30m-to-75m Arizona contractor becomes the second roofing company in the state to partner with the home-services operating group. Arizona contractor becomes the second roofing company in the state to partner with the home-services operating group.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102852 Fri, 30 Oct 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102852-eco-roofing-joins-once-percent-holdings kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) What’s really hiding beneath an old roof? Contractors share the strange, unsettling and downright unexpected things they’ve uncovered on the job. What’s really hiding beneath an old roof? Contractors share the strange, unsettling and downright unexpected things they’ve uncovered on the job.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102838 Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102838-roofers-reveal-their-strangest-jobsite-finds kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Washington State regulators are targeting roofing fall hazards, with recent cases involving a worker death, serious injuries, repeat violations and subcontractor safety failures. Washington State regulators are targeting roofing fall hazards, with recent cases involving a worker death, serious injuries, repeat violations and subcontractor safety failures.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102841 Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102841-washington-roofers-face-wave-of-fall-safety-fines kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Canadian tariff changes remove some construction products from a 50% duty while adding others that could affect roofing and building-envelope materials. Canadian tariff changes remove some construction products from a 50% duty while adding others that could affect roofing and building-envelope materials. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102843 Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102843-trump-revises-50-tariffs-on-canadian-building-materials kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) A Connecticut roofing contractor underreported more than $1.3 million in receipts, costing the IRS $368,334, federal prosecutors said. A Connecticut roofing contractor underreported more than $1.3 million in receipts, costing the IRS $368,334, federal prosecutors said.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102842 Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102842-roofing-contractor-sentenced-in-368k-tax-case As AI data centers expand into massive campuses, Sherwin-Williams says roofing and long-term maintenance should be considered earlier in project planning. As AI data centers expand into massive campuses, Sherwin-Williams says roofing and long-term maintenance should be considered earlier in project planning.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102840 Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102840-sherwin-williams-data-center-guide-includes-roofing-considerations Sterling Commercial Roofing used specialized equipment to move slate and other roofing debris from the historic Illinois project. Sterling Commercial Roofing used specialized equipment to move slate and other roofing debris from the historic Illinois project.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102836 Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:30:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102836-courthouse-roof-project-cuts-76k-in-tear-off-costs JobNimbus rolled out AI-powered analytics, integrated homeowner financing, and new enterprise tools designed to help roofing contractors manage operations across multiple locations. JobNimbus rolled out AI-powered analytics, integrated homeowner financing, and new enterprise tools designed to help roofing contractors manage operations across multiple locations.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102835 Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102835-jobnimbus-rolls-out-analytics-financing-and-enterprise-tools New features automate incoming calls and add updates to estimating, proposals and website tools. New features automate incoming calls and add updates to estimating, proposals and website tools.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102834 Tue, 27 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102834-roofr-launches-ai-receptionist-expands-roofing-crm The Chicago Roofing Contractors Association is inviting members to meet with Illinois lawmakers during its annual Legislative Reception on Dec. 1 in Springfield, Ill. The Chicago Roofing Contractors Association is inviting members to meet with Illinois lawmakers during its annual Legislative Reception on Dec. 1 in Springfield, Ill. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102833 Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102833-crca-invites-roofing-contractors-to-illinois-legislative-reception Shamrock Roofing and Construction and roofing software platform Trussi have partnered with Hover to integrate 3D property measurements directly into contractors’ job records Shamrock Roofing and Construction and roofing software platform Trussi have partnered with Hover to integrate 3D property measurements directly into contractors’ job records

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102832 Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102832-shamrock-trussi-partner-with-hover-on-3d-measurements kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) For contractors, the split is clear: residential shingle demand is under pressure, while stronger low-slope shipments point to steadier opportunities in commercial roofing. For contractors, the split is clear: residential shingle demand is under pressure, while stronger low-slope shipments point to steadier opportunities in commercial roofing.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102831 Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102831-us-shingle-shipments-fall-13-in-third-quarter La herramienta permite consultar más de 3,800 documentos de productos y páginas web en 29 idiomas, incluido el español, para acceder a información técnica, de productos y de seguridad. La herramienta permite consultar más de 3,800 documentos de productos y páginas web en 29 idiomas, incluido el español, para acceder a información técnica, de productos y de seguridad.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102828 Sat, 24 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102828-soprema-incorpora-traduccion-a-29-idiomas-en-su-sitio-web kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Arizona roofing contractors report damaged shingles, tile and foam roofs as homeowners begin assessing the effects of two days of severe weather. Arizona roofing contractors report damaged shingles, tile and foam roofs as homeowners begin assessing the effects of two days of severe weather.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102825 Fri, 23 Oct 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102825-arizona-hail-could-mean-a-month-or-two-of-roofing-work kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Principia analyst Lilli Tillman Smith explains why solar roofing appeals to homeowners but remains a difficult sell—and what could drive future adoption. Principia analyst Lilli Tillman Smith explains why solar roofing appeals to homeowners but remains a difficult sell—and what could drive future adoption.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102818 Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102818-why-solar-roofing-has-yet-to-catch-on-with-homeowners GPStimate combines automated takeoffs, assembly tools and document assistance for commercial roofing estimators, with users reviewing measurements and approving figures before estimates are finalized. GPStimate combines automated takeoffs, assembly tools and document assistance for commercial roofing estimators, with users reviewing measurements and approving figures before estimates are finalized.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102823 Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:15:48 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102823-gpstimate-offers-ai-tools-for-commercial-roof-estimates The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association recognized Supreme Roofing for its Terminal A roof replacement project at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. The North Texas Roofing Contractors Association recognized Supreme Roofing for its Terminal A roof replacement project at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102822 Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:15:09 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102822-supreme-roofing-honored-for-dfw-airport-roof-project Supported languages include Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Polish. Supported languages include Spanish, French, Portuguese, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Polish.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102821 Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:12:57 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102821-soprema-adds-website-translation-tools-in-29-languages