Roofing News

Watercress Financial, 26North Form $550M Partnership

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Watercress Financial has secured a $550 million forward flow partnership with 26North to expand financing options for contractors and homeowners nationwide.

Owens Corning, Roof Scout Launch Virtual Sales Tool

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

New platform blends e-commerce and human interaction to simplify roofing sales for homeowners and contractors.

5 Questions Before You Sign

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Roofing contractor Brad Strawbridge shares hard-earned lessons from a franchise experience—and the five questions every contractor should ask before signing on the dotted line.

SOPREMA U.S. Names New CEO in Leadership Shift

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

SOPREMA U.S. names Greg Morgan CEO effective July 1 as longtime leader Tim Kersey steps down and transitions to chief technical officer.

ContractorHUB, Webrunner Partner on Growth Platform

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

ContractorHUB and Webrunner Media formed a partnership backed by new investment to integrate marketing and operations tools for contractors and improve business performance.

Valor Exterior Acquires Associate Roofing in Massachusetts

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Valor Exterior Partners has acquired Associate Roofing, extending operations into southern Massachusetts and coastal islands as part of its ongoing expansion strategy.

Basu: High Rates, Costs Challenge Construction Growth

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Strong demand in data centers and infrastructure contrasts with weak office and multifamily markets as financing pressures persist.

OMG Launches RhinoMark Plate Marking System

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

A new marking system from OMG Roofing Products aims to make RhinoBond plate location faster and more precise.

Dan Karins Appointed Head of GAF Commercial Sales

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

GAF announced that Dan Karins will assume responsibility for the full Commercial Sales business, succeeding Alma Garnett, who will step back from her day-to-day responsibilities at the end of 2026 and transition into a long-term strategic advisory role.

Florida Roofer Cited After Fatal Fall at Jobsite

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

A Florida roofing company faces $172K in penalties after a worker died and another was injured in a fall from a two-story home, OSHA said.

SRS Distribution Launches 2026 XTV Soccer Tour

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Eight-stop tailgate-style tour to bring industry networking and match-day events to markets nationwide.

Asphalt Shingle Demand Falls 9.9% in Q1 as Costs Surge

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

U.S. asphalt shingle shipments dropped double digits in Q1 2026, with all major roofing categories declining year over year as construction demand softens and costs climb sharply.

GAF, Habitat Bring Fortified Roofs to Alabama

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400

GAF and Habitat for Humanity launched a program in West Alabama to expand access to fortified roofing, starting with a new roof for a local veteran.

QXO Joins Hispanic Contractors Group as Sponsor

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400

QXO has joined the National Hispanic Contractors Association as a national sponsor to expand resources and opportunities for Latino contractors across the U.S.

Storm Guard Expands With Three New Franchise Deals

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400

Storm Guard signed three franchise agreements in Texas and Ohio, with new locations set to open in March 2026 offering exterior home repair services.

QXO’s $17B TopBuild Deal Expands Reach Across Roofing And Insulation

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Analysts say the acquisition expands QXO’s reach beyond roofing distribution into insulation, installation and data-driven contractor relationships, reshaping competition across the building products sector.

Roofing Leads Exterior Residential Exterior Renovation Activity

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -0400

Exterior renovation activity held steady in 2025, led by roofing projects, while homeowners signal slightly lower spending and fewer planned projects in 2026.

Lubrication Engineers Marks 75 Years in Business

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Lubrication Engineers marks 75 years, highlighting growth and solutions that help contractors, including roofing professionals, improve equipment reliability and reduce costly downtime.

Polyglass Team Raises $40K for Cancer Research

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Polyglass employees raised $40,000 in the Dolphins Cancer Challenge, joining thousands of participants in a record-setting effort supporting cancer research initiatives.

QXO to Acquire TopBuild In $17 Billion Deal

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 13:23:00 -0400

QXO plans to acquire TopBuild for $17 billion, creating one of North America’s largest building products distributors and expanding its reach in insulation and materials.

HCR Group Adds Executives to Support Expansion

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

The HCR Group appointed new sales and marketing leaders as it expands its commercial roofing platform, reflecting continued investment in growth and regional operations.

Flat 2026 Outlook Signals Mixed Commercial Roofing

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Flat construction spending in 2026 points to uneven commercial roofing demand, with infrastructure and data centers offsetting declines as contractor backlog remains steady.

New Industry EPDs Outline Polyiso Environmental Impact

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Updated, third-party verified reports provide environmental impact data for polyiso insulation products, supporting material selection and green building certification efforts.

ABC Supply Names Fran Jackson, Mike Ford 2026 Ken Hendricks Award Winners

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

See who earned top honors this year among ABC Supply Co.'s national network of roofing suppliers.

The Home Depot Acquires SIMPL Automation

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

SIMPL uses advanced engineering and AI technology to help distribution facilities operate faster and more efficiently.

Industry Presses Lawmakers on Housing, Workforce Fix

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Leaders met lawmakers in D.C during Roofing Day 2026, urging action on housing tax credits and workforce reforms they say are critical to closing a growing housing shortfall.

U.S. Dept. of Labor Honors Fallen Workers with Vigils April 23

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Workers Memorial Day ceremonies are planned across the country.

Pressure Point Roofing Joins Tambr Partners

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:30:00 -0400

Current leaders Matt Stone and Brian Fisher will continue to lead the company alongside their dedicated team, maintaining significant ownership in the business.

Central States Names Kurt Weaver CEO

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Under Sliker’s leadership, Central States entered a period of unprecedented growth, including the establishment of seven manufacturing facilities.

IBHS Expands Wildfire Program to 14 States

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

IBHS is expanding its wildfire mitigation designation to 14 states, aiming to help homeowners and communities reduce risk through verified, research-based protection measures.