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QXO Completes $2.25B Acquisition of Kodiak Building Partners

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400

QXO closes its $2.25B Kodiak acquisition, betting on housing’s trough and unlocking cross-selling, lumber market entry and supplier overlap advantages.

Hogan Named IIBEC president; Announces Leadership

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

IIBEC appointed Jennifer Hogan as president and announced new officers and board members following its 2026 convention in Sacramento, Calif.

IKO Launches 2026 Contractor Workshop Series

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

IKO launched its 2026 Profit Power series with sold-out workshops in Canada, offering roofing contractors practical business strategies, marketing insights and networking opportunities.

MuleHide Promotes Nick Musel to Territory Manager – Mid-Atlantic

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:17:00 -0400

In his new role, Musel is the company’s lead contact with customers in the territory, which includes Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

APOC Expands Northeast Delivery of Liquid-Applied Roofing Systems, Sealants and Adhesives

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

APOC expands its delivery operation in the Northeast to better serve roofing contractors and distributors in key regional markets.

Gulfeagle Supply Names Andy Beckerman Vice President of Vendor Relations

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Company officials say Beckerman's leadership will help strengthen the relationships that support Gulfeagle's growth and customer service.

The Home Depot to Launch Real-Time Tracking for Pro Deliveries

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:38:14 -0500

The Home Depot plans a real-time delivery tracker for large building materials, giving professional contractors minute-by-minute updates on truck locations and delivery timing.

ABC Supply Co. Earns Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for 20th Straight Year

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500

ABC Supply Co.’s people-first culture continues to set the standard for employee engagement

QXO Earnings In Line as Investors Eye Next Deal

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500

QXO’s fourth-quarter results matched expectations, but analysts say investors are focused on the company’s acquisition strategy as the Kodiak deal nears closing and more deals loom.

Lowe’s Foundation Commits $10M to Skilled Trades Training

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The Lowe’s Foundation is investing $10 million in nonprofits nationwide to expand hands-on training, credentials and career pathways for workers entering high-demand skilled trades.

BITEC Celebrates 40th Anniversary in Roofing

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Celebrating four decades of making modified bitumen the right way without sacrificing quality.

PEPA Adds QXO, Launches Distributor Category

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500

The Polymeric Exterior Products Association has added QXO as its first distributor member, launching a new membership category aimed at strengthening industry collaboration.

84 Lumber Marks Women in Construction Week

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500

84 Lumber is spotlighting three employees during Women in Construction Week, highlighting career paths for women in building materials and construction leadership roles nationwide.

New Data Reframes U.S. Housing Shortage

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500

A new analysis finds the U.S. housing shortage has eased since 2022, signaling steadier new construction and more roofing demand from remodeling and replacement work.

ABC Supply Rebrands L&W, Town & Country

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:20:00 -0500

ABC Supply will rename L&W Supply and Town & Country Industries under its brand, saying the move streamlines its identity without changing operations or service.

Sika Breaks Ground on New Highly Automated Roofing Plant in Texas

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500

The facility will produce the company’s Sarnafil and Sikaplan roofing membranes and is expected to create more than 40 jobs in Austin County during its initial phase, with additional hiring planned as production ramps up.

TopBuild to Acquire Johnson Roofing in Texas

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

TopBuild Corp. will acquire Texas-based Johnson Roofing, a $29 million commercial roofing contractor, expanding its presence in the highly fragmented Central and Gulf Coast markets.

SPRI Conference Highlights Policy, Labor Trends

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

SPRI’s 44th Annual Conference in Tucson, Ariz., combined technical committee work, industry and economic outlook sessions, awards, and a community service project.

Johns Manville Launches Spanish Roofing Resource Hub

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Johns Manville launched a Spanish-language hub for commercial roofers, offering guides, SDS and videos to help crews access technical information on the job.

High Court Tariff Ruling Hits Roofing Supply Chain

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Tariff rollback could steady roofing bids, but distributors must clear higher-cost inventory and officials may pursue new duties under other trade laws.

GAF Trains 1,100 Roofers in FORTIFIED Standard

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

GAF says it has trained more than 1,100 roofing professionals in the IBHS FORTIFIED program, expanding access to resilient roof standards nationwide.

IKO Taps MPDL Associates Exclusively for Sales in Northeast

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Successful driving IKO Commercial sales in Upstate New York since 2024, MPDL Associates now focuses on expanding its role across multiple states.

Westlake Royal Adds 5/8-Inch Lap Siding

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

New lap siding delivers a cedar-like appearance with added durability and dimensional stability.

CertainTeed Doubles Georgia Shingle Capacity

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

The ribbon cutting marks a major plant expansion aimed at meeting Southeast housing demand.

Roofing Industry Q&A 2026: USG

aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

You’ve seen the survey results, now roofing industry leaders weigh in on what will likely determine success – and failure -- in 2026

IRE Announces 2026 Innovative Product Award Winners

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Selected through both industry-wide voting and expert evaluation, this year’s winners represent products that are elevating performance, improving safety, increasing efficiency and setting new industry benchmarks.

QXO to Acquire Kodiak for $2.25 Billion

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:24:00 -0500

QXO is acquiring Kodiak Building Partners for $2.25 billion, expanding into lumber, gypsum and construction supplies and potentially reshaping roofing distribution.

Roofing Industry Doubles Down on Education

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Distributors and manufacturers in the roofing industry are investing heavily in cutting-edge contractor training.

Roofing Industry Q&A: Owens Corning’s Nico Del Monaco

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Owens Corning Roofing President Nico Del Monaco outlines his first-year priorities and long-term strategy for sustained advantage.

Learn the 4 Priorities Credit Pros Can’t Ignore

theadudley@charter.net (Thea Dudley) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Trade credit in 2025 left many companies dizzy and unsure how to operate efficiently. “Credit Overlord” Thea Dudley examines how to refocus credit and collections for 2026 with tech and boosted morale.