News https://www.roofingcontractor.com/rss/3302 en-us Free Girls Construction Camps Return to Philly 2026 Philadelphia girls gain hands-on construction experience through free MyWIC summer camps.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102332 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:46:07 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102332-free-girls-construction-camps-return-to-philly-2026 MyWIC camp2 780 x 439.jpg IKO Breaks Ground on XPS Insulation Manufacturing Facility  IKO breaks ground on its first XPS insulation manufacturing plant.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102328 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102328-iko-breaks-ground-on-xps-insulation-manufacturing-facility 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 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 HCR Group Launches Unified Safety Excellence Platform aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) HCR Group unveils new safety initiative and new safety director. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102323 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102323-hcr-group-launches-unified-safety-excellence-platform 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 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 QXO reconoce a Vanessa Fusco como Profesional de Roofing del Año La presidenta de Garrdal Corporation recibió uno de los principales reconocimientos para mujeres dentro de la industria del roofing en Norteamérica.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102306 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 20:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102306-qxo-reconoce-a-vanessa-fusco-como-profesional-de-roofing-del-ano 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 FlashCo Releases Updated ES-1 Compliant Edge Metal Profiles FlashCo's Edge Metal product line now includes 8 new ES-1 compliant profiles.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102293 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102293-flashco-releases-updated-es-1-compliant-edge-metal-profiles 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