Roofing News https://www.roofingcontractor.com/rss/2700-roofing-news en-us MBCI Celebrates 50 Years, Expands Roofing Resources MBCI is marking its 50th anniversary as it expands roofing products, project support services and distribution capabilities through Metal Sales integration.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102324 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102324-mbci-celebrates-50-years-expands-roofing-resources Materials Costs Hit Nearly 10% Annual Growth kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Construction material prices rose nearly 10% from a year ago as higher energy, steel and copper costs added pressure on contractors and project budgets.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102322 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102322-materials-costs-hit-nearly-10-annual-growth Michigan Grant Funds Historic Lighthouse Roof Restoration

A Michigan preservation grant will help fund repairs and partial replacement of the historic metal shingle roof at Whitefish Point Light Station.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102320 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102320-michigan-grant-funds-historic-lighthouse-roof-restoration Victory Home Remodeling Earns Spot on Fortune's New York Workplace List Victory Home Remodeling, a roofing and exterior remodeling contractor serving the Northeast, was named one of Fortune's top workplaces in New York for the second consecutive year.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102319 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 08:28:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102319-victory-home-remodeling-earns-spot-on-fortunes-new-york-workplace-list National Roofing Week Highlights Veteran Roof Donations Across the U.S. kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) As National Roofing Week celebrates the people behind the industry, these projects showcase roofing professionals' ongoing commitment to serving veterans and homeowners in need.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102317 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102317-national-roofing-week-highlights-veteran-roof-donations-across-the-us IKO Solar Completes Solar Project Expected to Generate 536,000 kWh Annually IKO completed a 503.1-kW solar installation at its Blair Rubber facility in Ohio, supporting manufacturing operations and company sustainability goals.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102288 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102288-iko-solar-completes-solar-project-expected-to-generate-536-000-kwh-annually State Alleges Roofer Took Deposits, Left Jobs Undone kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) West Virginia's attorney general alleges a roofing contractor took thousands in deposits, failed to complete projects and refused refunds for consumers.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102318 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102318-state-alleges-roofer-took-deposits-left-jobs-undone Ridgeline Acquires Nebraska-Based Fremont Roofing Ridgeline Roofing & Restoration expanded its Midwest presence through the acquisition of Fremont Roofing, a Nebraska contractor serving customers across Nebraska and Iowa.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102316 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:15:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102316-ridgeline-acquires-nebraska-based-fremont-roofing RT3 Names Brad Strawbridge to Board of Directors Roofing Technology Think Tank appointed roofing contractor and software executive Brad Strawbridge to its board as the organization continues its technology-focused mission.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102315 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102315-rt3-names-brad-strawbridge-to-board-of-directors ATAS Employees Complete Manufacturing Leadership Program Two ATAS International employees completed a regional manufacturing leadership program to develop management and business skills.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102314 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102314-atas-employees-complete-manufacturing-leadership-program Polyglass Joins Polyiso Insulation Trade Group Polyglass U.S.A. has joined the Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association, expanding the trade group's roster of North American polyiso insulation manufacturers.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102312 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102312-polyglass-joins-polyiso-insulation-trade-group Massive Timber Roof Crowns Vancouver’s New Amphitheater gottliebb@enr.com (Bryan Gottlieb) Vancouver's new amphitheater showcases one of the world's longest timber roof spans, highlighting mass timber's viability for major public venues.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102311 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:19:18 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102311-massive-timber-roof-crowns-vancouvers-new-amphitheater Solvane Acquires Evolve Restoration for $50 Million Solvane Group acquired Evolve Restoration in a $50 million deal, expanding its restoration services platform and relocating its headquarters to Dallas.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102310 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102310-solvane-acquires-evolve-restoration-for-50-million METALCON Expands Education Program for 2026 Show METALCON 2026 will feature expanded training, economic outlooks, continuing education credits and a new Spanish-language track for metal construction professionals.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102300 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102300-metalcon-expands-education-program-for-2026-show RCMA Launches Membership Program for Roofing Contractors The Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association has introduced a contractor membership program offering training, advocacy and networking opportunities for roofing professionals.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102299 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102299-rcma-launches-membership-program-for-roofing-contractors SRS Acquires CORCO Commercial Roofing Business SRS Distribution has acquired CORCO's commercial roofing division, expanding its presence in the Chicago market while retaining the unit's existing leadership.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102309 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102309-srs-acquires-corco-commercial-roofing-business Chicago Roofing Community Mourns Loss of Charlie Williams The Chicago Roofing Contractors Association and Tidwell Roofing & Sheet Metal are honoring the life and legacy of Charlie Williams, who passed away on May 19.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102302 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102302-chicago-roofing-community-mourns-loss-of-charlie-williams CRCA Foundation to Honor 2026 Scholarship Recipients at June 17 Awards Dinner

Scholarship winners, industry leaders and guests will gather June 17 to celebrate academic achievement and the future of Chicago’s roofing industry.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102304 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102304-crca-foundation-to-honor-2026-scholarship-recipients-at-june-17-awards-dinner Simpson Strong-Tie Marks Habitat Milestone with Support of 2026 Carter Work Project wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Employees joined thousands of volunteers helping build homes during Habitat's Atlanta event.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102297 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102297-simpson-strong-tie-marks-habitat-milestone-with-support-of-2026-carter-work-project BuilderLync Launches Contractor Platform, Offers Lifetime Discount for Early Adopters BuilderLync officially launches its contractor-focused platform, offering early adopters a lifetime discount and streamlined business management tools.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102298 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102298-builderlync-launches-contractor-platform-offers-lifetime-discount-for-early-adopters ABC Supply Taps Veteran Leaders for Regional Management Roles

ABC Supply taps three longtime associates for leadership roles overseeing operations across Canada and key U.S. markets.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102295 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102295-abc-supply-taps-veteran-leaders-for-regional-management-roles GAF Expands Baltimore Workforce Pipeline With Free Roofing Training Program More than 80 residents completed the latest Roofing Academy course, gaining practical skills and job opportunities in the roofing industry.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102296 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:30:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102296-gaf-expands-baltimore-workforce-pipeline-with-free-roofing-training-program Nations Roof Acquires Grizzly Commercial Roofing kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) The acquisition expands Nations Roof's presence in Louisiana and strengthens service capabilities for general contractors and commercial property customers across the Gulf Coast.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102294 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:18:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102294-nations-roof-acquires-grizzly-commercial-roofing Congressional Record Recognizes National Roofing Week Congressional recognition shines a spotlight on National Roofing Week and the roofing professionals who protect homes, businesses and communities across the country.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102273 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102273-congressional-record-recognizes-national-roofing-week QXO Names Vanessa Fusco 2026 North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year Connecticut roofing leader Vanessa Fusco wins QXO’s 2026 Female Roofing Professional of the Year award, earning $10,000 and industry recognition.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102290 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102290-qxo-names-vanessa-fusco-2026-north-american-female-roofing-professional-of-the-year USG, Subzero Engineering Form Data Center Alliance USG Mission Critical Solutions and Subzero Engineering have formed an alliance to provide integrated containment systems for data center construction projects.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102289 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102289-usg-subzero-engineering-form-data-center-alliance Flex Supports SkillsUSA Championships With Tool Donation Flex donated power tools for the SkillsUSA TeamWorks competition and will provide tool kits to 24 student competition winners.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102282 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102282-flex-supports-skillsusa-championships-with-tool-donation Construction Job Openings Surge Amid Roofing Labor Crunch wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) Construction job openings jumped in April while roofing contractors continued competing for scarce skilled labor, raising concerns about costs, staffing and project schedules.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102287 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102287-construction-job-openings-surge-amid-roofing-labor-crunch The Roofing Alliance Announces 2026-27 Leadership The Roofing Alliance named its 2026-27 Board of Trustees, with Sherri Miles serving as president and John Campbell as vice president.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102281 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102281-the-roofing-alliance-announces-2026-27-leadership SPRI to Revise Test Standards for Edge Systems, Gutter Systems Regulations will be re-canvassed for approval as an American National Standard.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102280 Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102280-spri-to-revise-test-standard-for-edge-systems-gutter-systems