Event News

Mexico Roofing Day 2026 to Spotlight Data Centers, Solar Roofing

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:52:51 -0500

The Nov. 11–12 conference in Mexico City will cover data center roofing, rooftop solar and installation techniques, with a new demonstration stage and more than 35 exhibitors.

Mexico Roofing Day 2026 abordará techado para centros de datos y energía solar

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 15:43:23 -0500

El encuentro del 11 y 12 de noviembre en Ciudad de México abordará el techado para centros de datos y el diseño de cubiertas para paneles solares, con más de 35 expositores y un nuevo foro de 17 sesiones técnicas.

When Storms Slow, Roofing Contractors Find Work Beyond the Roof

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Tue, 03 Nov 2026 17:04:12 -0500

From gutters and fascia to siding and soffits, these contractors are finding new ways to serve customers, build relationships and keep business moving.

CRCA Invites Roofing Contractors to Illinois Legislative Reception

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:00:00 -0400

The Chicago Roofing Contractors Association is inviting members to meet with Illinois lawmakers during its annual Legislative Reception on Dec. 1 in Springfield, Ill.

Marcos Sierra: una conexión puede cambiar tu empresa

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Marcos Sierra explica cómo aprovechar Techos y Más para revisar tus procesos, conectar con otros contratistas y preparar tu empresa antes de que comience el nuevo año.

Owens Corning ofrecerá capacitación en español para contratistas en Win the Storm 2026

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Pantera Pros reunirá a expertos de la industria en dos días de capacitación en español. La agenda también incluye un evento de networking organizado por SRS y Owens Corning en el Omni Dallas.

METALCON 2026 Spotlights Metal Roofing’s Future

wyattj@bnpmedia.com (John Wyatt) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:00:00 -0400

METALCON 2026 highlights metal roofing innovation, installation technology and contractor opportunities.

Lo que contratistas aprendieron en GAF Latinos in Roofing

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:53:11 -0400

Contratistas reunidos en Maryland explican cómo la preparación, el aprendizaje continuo y las conexiones con colegas pueden fortalecer sus empresas de roofing.

Accepting ‘Real’ Talk to Help Your Business

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:57:18 -0400

D7 Roofing Services owner Jeff Williamson shares lessons from 30 years in roofing, including focusing less on money and more on doing quality work, selling and seeking mentorship.

Economy Offers Opportunity in Roofing Service

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:53:02 -0400

Service First Solutions founder Tracey Donels explains how economic uncertainty creates opportunities for roofing contractors to grow maintenance and service programs by prioritizing responsive, professional customer service.

Legal Roofing Update: Immigration and Signage

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:40:39 -0400

Trent Cotney is a construction law expert, but among his hobbies are being a roofing historian. He recently talked about both roles with Roofing Contractor from the show floor of the 2026 Western Roofing Expo

Ken Kelly’s Back in Business

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:31:31 -0400

Kelly Roofing founder Ken Kelly discusses returning to the roofing industry after rescuing his company from a failed private equity sale, sharing advice on profitability, budgeting and preparing a roofing business for sale.

METALCON FORGE

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — 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.

Western Roofing Expo Kicks Off with Scholarships and Live Auction

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 13:14:16 -0400

A video about the Davis Memorial Foundation’s beginnings and a $25,000 check opened WRE’s live auction. Silent bidding continued through the Expo’s final day.

Service First Solutions Unites Commercial Roofing Peer Groups at Annual Summit

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0400

The annual Service First Summit spotlights the roof service community and much more Nov. 9-11 in Texas.

SRS-GAF Mastermind Helps Contractors Turn Challenges Into Business Lessons

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:09:33 -0400

In Las Vegas, contractors brought questions from their own businesses to discussions on systems, finances, insurance and hiring, while learning from one another.

Del dueño a los sistemas: las lecciones del segundo Mastermind de SRS & GAF

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:09:25 -0400

En Las Vegas, contratistas llevaron sus propias preguntas a sesiones sobre sistemas, finanzas, seguros y contratación, y aprendieron de las experiencias de sus colegas.

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.

‘Rooferos Arriba’: GAF Elevates Latino Roofers in Maryland

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:37:36 -0400

GAF’s Northeast summit brought Hispanic contractors of all experience levels to Maryland to share strategies, build connections and strengthen their businesses.

¡Rooferos arriba! GAF impulsa a los contratistas latinos en Maryland

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 17:35:01 -0400

El summit de GAF reunió en Maryland a contratistas hispanos de distintos niveles de experiencia para compartir estrategias, crear conexiones y fortalecer sus empresas.

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.

HARCA Golf Tournament Returns to Cypress Sept. 17

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:56:55 -0400

HARCA’s Annual Golf Tournament will bring Houston-area roofing professionals to BlackHorse Golf Club in Cypress, Texas, for a Sept. 17 scramble.

RCAT Sets Texas Roofing Conference for October

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:56:53 -0400

RCAT’s annual Texas Roofing Conference will bring seminars, exhibitors and networking events to Grapevine, Texas, from Oct. 21-23.

Simpson Strong-Tie Expands Automation Push at BCMC

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400

New software and automated equipment will headline Simpson Strong-Tie’s presence at the 2026 Building Component Manufacturers Conference in Columbus, Ohio.

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.

10 Takeaways From Pantera Pros Summit 2026

sotoservinp@bnpmedia.com (Patricia Soto Servin) — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:00:00 -0400

Pantera Pros Summit offered advice on margins, artificial intelligence, insurance and growing Latino leadership in the roofing industry.

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.

S-5! to Present Education, New Snow Retention Solution at METALCON

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 07:00:00 -0400

The metal roof attachment manufacturer will showcase SnoGard EF, its latest snow retention solution, alongside educational sessions offering continuing education credits.

SRS Distribution Kicks Off 17-Stop Football Tailgate Tour

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The SRS XTV Football Tour will bring contractors and other industry’s professional football games across the country.

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.