Roofing Top Stories

Roofers Reveal Their Strangest Jobsite Finds

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:00:00 -0400

What’s really hiding beneath an old roof? Contractors share the strange, unsettling and downright unexpected things they’ve uncovered on the job.

Why Solar Roofing Has Yet to Catch On With Homeowners

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Principia analyst Lilli Tillman Smith explains why solar roofing appeals to homeowners but remains a difficult sell—and what could drive future adoption.

Roofing Contractors Have Three Paths Into Solar

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

SRS Distribution says roofers can pursue installation, subcontracting or referral partnerships as solar becomes an increasingly adjacent business opportunity.

Four Marketing Moves to Finish 2026 Strong

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:01:33 -0400

Dear Anna explains how reviews, referrals, rankings and results can build momentum for 2027.

Relationships Still Win

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:30:12 -0400

Private equity has brought capital, technology and new opportunities to roofing, but Ken Kelly’s decision to buy back the company he founded underscores something harder to acquire: a founder’s understanding of the people, culture and relationships that make a business work.

Hurricane Isaias Tests a Quiet 2026 Roofing Storm Market

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Verisk data shows roofing claims down nearly 12% through August, but a late-season hurricane highlights the uneven nature of storm-driven demand.

Data Center Boom Opens Doors for Roofers

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:58:40 -0400

Art Aisner talks with Sherwin-Williams experts about roofing opportunities in the data center boom.

Improving Inventory Management for Roofing Contractors

ksaboori@optimaworkflow.com (Kevin Saboori) — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:00:00 -0400

How you manage your roofing inventory can impact next year’s roofing success

5 Things Roofing Got from Tesla’s Solar Roofs

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Wed, 07 Oct 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Tesla may be out of roofing, but its Solar Roof has had an undeniable impact.

Pro Tips That Separate Great Metal Roof Installers from the Rest

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Success can be determined long before the final metal roofing panel is installed. Check out these tips that can help prevent costly callbacks and elevate the quality of every roofing project.

Metal Roofing Outlook 2026 and Beyond

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Forecasts indicate reroofing will continue to dominate the marketplace – what role will metal play?

Young Guns Build Connections for Success

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The roofing industry’s next generation of leaders take a step on the pathway to success at RC’s annual workshop.

Marketing Transparency: What Did You Get for Your Money?

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Do you know what your marketing dollars produced last month? Anna Anderson says contractors should.

Finding Success After the Storm

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:42:12 -0400

A former roofing contractor that now handles contractor engagement with TAMKO weighs in on communication and follow through.

Robots, AI Are Coming to Roofing Jobsites

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 11:31:45 -0400

Roofing Fraud Allegations Draw Scrutiny in Three States

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

Police, regulators and the Florida AG are investigating roofing-related complaints involving alleged fraud, liens and customer losses across three states.

Marcos Sierra: One Connection Can Change Your Company

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:04:05 -0400

Marcos Sierra shares why the right connection (and the right idea) can reshape a roofing business.

National Roofing Partners Names Jason Dark President

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As president, Dark will lead NRP’s day-to-day operations and work closely with its leadership team and nationwide network of commercial roofing partners.

Win The Storm: Where Roofers Go to Level Up

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

What can roofers expect from Win the Storm 2026? Josey Parks previews the Dallas event.

Three Big Issues Hitting Contractors: Immigration, Unpaid Claims and Tesla

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:59:47 -0400

Trent Cotney discusses immigration, insurance payments, Tesla solar roofs and contractor risks.

The Best Roofing Leaders Never Stop Learning

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

There’s one thing most successful contractors I've met over the years have in common.

More on Canadian Tariffs and Ken Kelly’s Return to Roofing

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:19:08 -0400

How U.S.-Canada tariffs could affect roofing material costs and what contractors can do to protect themselves

Insurance Battles Push Roofers to Rethink Storm Contracts

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:00:00 -0400

State scrutiny of insurers' claims practices is growing as roofing contractors face payment delays, coverage disputes, and pressure to rethink insurance-dependent contracts.

Google Local Services Ads Change: What Roofers Need to Know

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A-Squared Marketing CEO Anna Anderson explains Google’s Local Services Ads migration, why historical performance data may not transfer, and what roofing contractors should do now.

Why Roof Resilience Has Become a Business Decision

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The risk management of severe weather is now a business decision for roofing contractors.

Pantera Pros Summit Helps Hispanic Contractors Grow Together

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Hispanic roofing professionals say the Pantera Pros Summit helps them exchange ideas, learn from industry experts and build stronger businesses together.

How Roofing Ops Leaders Fuel Excellence in the Field

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Veteran roofing contractor Nick Sizemore draws from his roots in the U.S. Air Force to develop a high-performance team culture.

Eskola Builds a National Roofing Vision

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Eskola Roofing & Waterproofing evolves into a regional roofing powerhouse.

What Insulation and Specialty Contractors Will Learn at ICAA 2026

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The Insulation Contractors Association of America’s annual convention will spotlight AI-assisted estimating, subcontractor compliance, spray foam safety, contracts and financial health alongside its largest trade show yet.

How Family Contractors Build Stronger Teams Today!

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:16:18 -0400

Jill Bloom talks with Melissa Chapman about building stronger, healthier and more aligned family firms.