News https://www.roofingcontractor.com/rss/3302-news en-us Werner rediseña sus arneses de protección contra caídas Werner ha rediseñado sus líneas de arneses Blue Armor, ProForm y LiteFit, añadiendo señales de inspección visual y actualizaciones de ajuste dirigidas a los trabajadores que usan protección contra caídas en los lugares de trabajo.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102223 Mon, 18 May 2026 15:20:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102223-werner-redisena-sus-arneses-de-proteccion-contra-caidas Tecta America Expands into Wyoming with Acquisition of Big Horn Roofing Tecta America acquired Wyoming-based Big Horn Roofing, expanding its national footprint and preserving the company’s leadership, workforce and local brand identity.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102226 Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102226-tecta-america-expands-into-wyoming-with-acquisition-of-big-horn-roofing Polyglass Supports Boca Helping Hands Gala Polyglass sponsored Boca Helping Hands’ annual gala in Boca Raton, supporting hunger relief and workforce programs serving families across Palm Beach County.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102224 Mon, 18 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102224-polyglass-supports-boca-helping-hands-gala Werner Redesigns Fall Protection Harness Lineup Werner has redesigned its Blue Armor, ProForm and LiteFit harness lines, adding visual inspection cues and fit updates aimed at workers who use fall protection on jobsites. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102220 Sat, 16 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102220-werner-redesigns-fall-protection-harness-lineup Roofing Alliance Marks 30 Years of Industry Support The Roofing Alliance is celebrating its 30th anniversary after investing millions in roofing education, research, scholarships and workforce development programs.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102222 Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102222-roofing-alliance-marks-30-years-of-industry-support US LBM Acquires Carolina Building Supplier U.S. LBM acquired Builders Supply Company in South Carolina, expanding its distribution network and strengthening its presence in the Charlotte and Columbia markets.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102221 Fri, 15 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102221-us-lbm-acquires-carolina-building-supplier HCR Group Names Marlo Wilkey HR Vice President The HCR Group appointed Marlo Wilkey as vice president of human resources as the commercial roofing company expands across the Western U.S.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102218 Fri, 15 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102218-hcr-group-names-marlo-wilkey-hr-vice-president Duro-Last Launches PVC/TPO Roofing Tie-In Strip Duro-Last introduced a PVC/TPO tie-in strip designed to simplify transitions between roofing membranes and improve installation consistency on reroofing projects.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102219 Thu, 14 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102219-duro-last-launches-pvc-tpo-roofing-tie-in-strip TAMKO Acquires Contractor Group RSRA http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102217 Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102217-tamko-acquires-contractor-group-rsra Roofing Contractors Shorten Pricing Windows Amid New Construction Cost Surge kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Construction input prices have risen more in four months than the previous three years combined, putting roofing contractors under mounting pressure.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102215 Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102215-roofing-contractors-shorten-pricing-windows-amid-new-construction-cost-surge FLASH Weather AI Launches Hail Forecast Tool The AI-powered model aims to give roofing contractors up to 55 minutes of warning before hail hits, helping crews protect job sites, materials and equipment. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102211 Wed, 13 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102211-flash-weather-ai-launches-hail-forecast-tool 5 Ways Roofing Contractors Can Win the War for Talent Roofing contractor CEOs share proven strategies for recruiting, training and retaining top talent — and why intentional culture-building is the ultimate competitive advantage.


]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102214 Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102214-5-ways-roofing-contractors-can-win-the-war-for-talent SOPREMA U.S. Opens Applications for 2026 Scholarship Program Students pursuing construction and design careers can apply for SOPREMA U.S. scholarships through May 31, 2026.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102210 Wed, 13 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102210-soprema-us-opens-applications-for-2026-scholarship-program Everlight Solar Approved for NCCER Training Everlight Solar, a Midwest residential solar installer, will offer NCCER-certified construction training courses to employees through its internal education program.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102208 Tue, 12 May 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102208-everlight-solar-approved-for-nccer-training TrussPoint Acquires Ohio Roofing Contractor TrussPoint Roofing & Exterior Renovations acquired Runyon & Sons Roofing, expanding its residential roofing footprint in Northeast Ohio.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102207 Tue, 12 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102207-trusspoint-acquires-ohio-roofing-contractor 10 Big Roofing Takeaways From Brad Jacobs’ QXO Investor Q&A kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) For roofing contractors, the message from QXO is unmistakable: distributors increasingly want to become logistics partners, technology providers and job-site problem solvers — not just material suppliers.


]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102206 Tue, 12 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102206-10-big-roofing-takeaways-from-brad-jacobs-qxo-investor-q-and-a Data Centers Fuel Commercial Construction Hiring Gains in April kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Commercial construction hiring remained strong in April, led by surging demand for data centers and infrastructure projects.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102203 Mon, 11 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102203-data-centers-fuel-commercial-construction-hiring-gains-in-april FHLB Dallas Boosts Funding for Storm-Resistant Roofing FHLB Dallas expanded funding for fortified roofing and housing programs in 2025, directing millions toward projects that improve resilience against severe weather.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102198 Sun, 10 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102198-fhlb-dallas-boosts-funding-for-storm-resistant-roofing 5 Formas de Romper con el Machismo en el Roofing En los equipos de roofing, cambiar la idea de “ser fuerte” puede marcar la diferencia entre el riesgo y volver a casa sano.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102202 Fri, 08 May 2026 17:20:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102202-5-formas-de-romper-con-el-machismo-en-el-roofing Roofing Good Deeds: Uplifting Stories from Across the Industry (May 8, 2026) kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Three Southeast roofing contractors. One common thread: putting community first. See how they're feeding kids, honoring teachers, and making a difference locally.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102195 Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102195-roofing-good-deeds-uplifting-stories-from-across-the-industry-may-8-2026 Central States Launches Saberis Ordering Link Central States launched a new Saberis integration designed to simplify customer ordering by reducing manual data entry and improving order-processing efficiency.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102193 Thu, 07 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102193-central-states-launches-saberis-ordering-link METALCON Launches 40 Under 40 Program METALCON launched a new 40 Under 40 program recognizing emerging leaders in metal construction ahead of the trade show’s 35th anniversary event.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102194 Thu, 07 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102194-metalcon-launches-40-under-40-program Owens Corning Q1 Roofing Sales Fall 14% kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) Owens Corning reported lower first-quarter roofing sales and earnings amid softer housing and remodeling activity but maintained its second-quarter outlook.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102196 Wed, 06 May 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102196-owens-corning-q1-roofing-sales-fall-14 MuleHide Names Alejandra Mahecha Bader Field Manager MuleHide promotes Alejandra Mahecha Bader to lead technical field representatives supporting inspections, warranty claims and contractor training across its roofing operations.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102191 Wed, 06 May 2026 16:24:27 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102191-mulehide-names-alejandra-mahecha-bader-field-manager Royalty Roofing USA Acquires Two Roofing Firms Royalty Roofing USA acquired 768-Roof and Nasi Roofing, expanding operations into Pennsylvania and Wisconsin as the company grows its regional footprint.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102188 Wed, 06 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102188-royalty-roofing-usa-acquires-two-roofing-firms S-5! Earns Fifth MBMA Safety Award The Metal Building Manufacturers Association honored S-5! for workplace safety excellence after its Texas facility recorded zero incidents during 2025.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102185 Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102185-s-5-earns-fifth-mbma-safety-award Georgia-Pacific Names John Mulcahy SVP

Georgia-Pacific promoted John Mulcahy to senior vice president as longtime executive Sheila Weidman announced her retirement after 38 years.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102186 Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102186-georgia-pacific-names-john-mulcahy-svp BuilderLync Sets June 1 Launch for Roofing Platform BuilderLync will launch June 1 after aligning leadership under EOS, finalizing pricing and onboarding, and securing its first paying customer ahead of release.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102182 Tue, 05 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102182-builderlync-sets-june-1-launch-for-roofing-platform TopBuild Q1 Sales Jump 17% as Commercial Demand Offsets Housing Slowdown kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) TopBuild’s Q1 results show commercial demand offsetting weak housing, as the company prepares to combine with QXO and expand its reach in roofing and building products.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102181 Tue, 05 May 2026 07:25:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102181-topbuild-q1-sales-jump-17-as-commercial-demand-offsets-housing-slowdown Latino Contractors Gather at GAF Event to Navigate a Changing Market sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) Latino roofing contractors gather to tackle labor challenges, rising costs and new opportunities in a changing market.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102179 Tue, 05 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102179-latino-contractors-gather-at-gaf-event-to-navigate-a-changing-market