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Residential and commercial roofing systems including asphalt shingles, synthetic shingles, metal systems, slate, wood shake, and clay and concrete tile.

]]> https://www.roofingcontractor.com/rss/2717-steep-slope-roofing en-us IKO's BramCal Production Facility Celebrates 20th Anniversary Milestone anniversary represents 20 years of commitment, growth and shared success for IKO and community. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102374 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102374-ikos-bramcal-production-facility-celebrates-20th-anniversary Ohio Attorney General Sues Roofer for Shoddy Work, Incomplete Projects aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) Ohio's attorney general files suit against roofing contractor accused of defrauding multiple homeowners.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102373 Thu, 25 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102373-ohio-attorney-general-sues-roofer-for-shoddy-work-incomplete-projects Weddle & Sons Joins FirstRidge Service Partners Roofing Platform aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) Weddle & Sons acquisition accelerates growth strategy for FirstRidge. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102371 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102371-weddle-and-sons-joins-firstridge-service-partners-roofing-platform Florida Roof Inspections Gain Importance as Homeowners Focus on Hurricane Preparedness kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Contractors say hurricanes, heavy rain and year-round sun are prompting homeowners to invest in inspections, repairs and storm preparedness

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102366 Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102366-florida-roof-inspections-gain-importance-as-homeowners-focus-on-hurricane-preparedness Bold North Offers Relief to Former Rusco Customers Following Minnesota Rusco’s closure, Bold North Roofing & Contracting is offering discounts and priority scheduling to homeowners left with unfinished projects.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102347 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102347-bold-north-offers-relief-to-former-rusco-customers Inspector Roofing Launches AI-Powered Homeowner Tools Georgia contractor Inspector Roofing launched a five-tool AI platform designed to help homeowners understand roofing projects before inspections and contractor consultations.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102346 Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102346-inspector-roofing-launches-ai-powered-homeowner-tools Build Trust That Wins More Roofs Now http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102367 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:36:05 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102367-build-trust-that-wins-more-roofs-now Roofing Alliance Opens Nominations for 2026-27 MVP Awards Program Industry Invited to Recognize Outstanding Roofing Workers by Sept.14

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102353 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102353-roofing-alliance-opens-nominations-for-2026-27-mvp-awards-program NICB Warns Illinois Homeowners About Roof Repair Scams Following a derecho and tornado outbreak in Illinois, the NICB is urging property owners to watch for contractor fraud during recovery efforts.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102348 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102348-nicb-warns-illinois-homeowners-about-roof-repair-scams What Contractors Should Know About Modern Roofing Asphalt An Owens Corning R&D leader explains how evolving asphalt formulations improve roof durability, weather resistance and performance in today's demanding environments.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102335 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102335-what-contractors-should-know-about-modern-roofing-asphalt GAF Roofing Academy Surpasses 3,000 Job Placements Nationwide The company cited projections indicating the U.S. construction industry will require a 30.7% increase in labor in 2026, while roofing employment is expected to grow 6% between 2024 and 2034.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102331 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102331-gaf-roofing-academy-surpasses-3-000-job-placements-nationwide Why Are Ridge Vents Popular with Roofers? Roofers commonly ask if a structure can be too wide to neutralize ridge-vent effectiveness.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102325 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102325-why-are-ridge-vents-popular-with-roofers 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 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 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 Why Homeowners Are Investing in Premium Roofing Systems The distinctive aesthetics and all-season resilience found in roofing like DaVinci® Roofscapes increase the return on investment for homeowners. Learn more about the roofing characteristics that raise home value.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102257 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102257-why-homeowners-are-investing-in-premium-roofing-systems 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 Apply Now for Safety Professional of the Year 2026 Safety professionals may apply or be nominated for the SPOTY Awards by 5 p.m. CST on July 31.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102285 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102285-apply-now-for-safety-professional-of-the-year-2026 Your Roofing Business Plan: Where to Start and How to Build It aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) Without a proper business plan you’re building a house without blueprints, and mistakes will be made.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102291 Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102291-your-roofing-business-plan-where-to-start-and-how-to-build-it 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 It’s Not the Roof Costing You Storm Jobs http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102276 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:44:56 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102276-its-not-the-roof-costing-you-storm-jobs Safety Spotlight: On Top Safety aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) Meet Jeff Murray and John Carroccia, veteran roofing safety leaders who have fall prevention on-the-mind as the braintrust behind On Top Safety.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102270 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102270-safety-spotlight-on-top-safety Roof Replacement Costs Jump as Claims Decline Fewer roof claims were filed in 2025, but replacement costs surged as hail damage, aging roofs and material inflation continued to drive losses.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102271 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102271-roof-replacement-costs-jump-as-claims-decline Weather Wild Card: El Niño 2026 aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) The El Niño effect could be a game changer for roofing’s storm season.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102275 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102275-weather-wild-card-el-nino-2026 Roofers Keeping Busy with Early Storm Season aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102274 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102274-roofers-keeping-busy-with-early-storm-season Liqua-Roof Opens Franchise Expansion Effort Liqua-Roof launched franchise opportunities nationwide following a partnership with REP’M Group to expand its roof resurfacing business model.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102263 Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102263-liqua-roof-opens-franchise-expansion-effort OX Tools Launches SPEEDFRAME Measuring System OX Tools introduced the SPEEDFRAME measuring and leveling system, designed to improve accuracy and efficiency for framing and installation applications.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102261 Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102261-ox-tools-launches-speedframe-measuring-system 1% Holdings Launches Roofing Acquisition Platform 1% Holdings launched the Roofing Collective, a platform focused on acquiring and scaling roofing companies across the United States.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102254 Tue, 26 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102254-1-holdings-launches-roofing-acquisition-platform IKO Wins 2026 CiCi Award for Community Impact in Missouri IKO receives a 2026 Trade & Industry Development CiCi Award for Community Impact for investment in Bismarck facility.
 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102252 Tue, 26 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102252-iko-wins-2026-cici-award-for-community-impact-in-missouri