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Power Home Remodeling Secures Growth Investment

Mon, 04 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Power Home Remodeling lands new investment to expand operations, scale its platform and strengthen its position in the competitive home improvement market.

Werner Hosts 750 Safety Training Events for OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down

Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Werner expands online safety training, fall protection resources for roofers.

Roofing Alliance Honors Cori Vernam with 2026 Bennett Award

Mon, 04 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Cori Vernam earns the 2026 Bennett Award for decades of leadership, volunteerism and advancing the Roofing Alliance’s partnership with Ronald McDonald House.

AD Q1 Sales Jump 16%, Signaling Strong Construction Demand

Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

AD’s Q1 performance suggests solid upstream activity for roofing, with demand supporting backlog but raising concerns about pricing and material availability.

Roofing Contractor Dies After Fall From Massachusetts Home

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Sun, 03 May 2026 09:30:00 -0400

OSHA’s National Safety Stand Down campaign begins with a stark reminder of the roofing industry’s top safety hazard.

84 Lumber Highlights Veteran Hiring, Transition Challenges

Fri, 01 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400

84 Lumber highlights two veteran employees while underscoring ongoing challenges service members face when transitioning to civilian careers, including job placement and career direction.

Labor Dept. Launches AI Apprenticeship Portal

Fri, 01 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400

The Labor Department introduced a new portal to help employers and workers build AI skills through registered apprenticeships and industry-focused training programs.

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.

TRUCE Software Rolls Out Driver Safety Platform Designed to Reduce Distraction

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

TRUCE Software Launches Comprehensive Six-Module Driver and Fleet Safety Platform.

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.

OSHA Updates National Campaign Against Heat Hazards

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

The revised National Emphasis Program is effective immediately and will be in place for five years.

Are Roofers Ready for OSHA’s Safety Stand Down 2026?

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Here’s 5 things for roofers to consider for a successful Safety Stand Down 2026.

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.

OSHA Honors Fallen Roofers on Workers Memorial Day

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Roofing contractors across the country will honor those who lost their lives on the job during Workers Memorial Day April 28.

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.

Eagleview Horizon: New AI Engine for Property Intelligence Launches

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Eagleview Horizon targets a $1 trillion+ market across insurance, construction, government, and property management.

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.