Roofing Supply Pro https://www.roofingcontractor.com/rss/5170 en-us 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 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 Roof Replacement Costs Jump as Claims Decline Fewer roof claims were filed in 2025, but replacement costs surged as hail damage, aging roofs and material inflation continued to drive losses.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102271 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102271-roof-replacement-costs-jump-as-claims-decline METALCON Announces 2026 Keynote Speakers METALCON will feature keynote talks from former MLB pitcher Jim Abbott and economist Kermit Baker at the 2026 event in Orlando.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102253 Tue, 26 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102253-metalcon-announces-2026-keynote-speakers IKO Wins 2026 CiCi Award for Community Impact in Missouri IKO receives a 2026 Trade & Industry Development CiCi Award for Community Impact for investment in Bismarck facility.
 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102252 Tue, 26 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102252-iko-wins-2026-cici-award-for-community-impact-in-missouri APOC Study Finds Roof Restoration More Profitable An APOC benchmark study found commercial roof restoration projects generated higher profit margins and required less labor than traditional reroofing work.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102231 Tue, 19 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102231-apoc-study-finds-roof-restoration-more-profitable 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 Roofing Alliance Honors Cori Vernam with 2026 Bennett Award

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

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102177 Mon, 04 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102177-roofing-alliance-honors-cori-vernam-with-2026-bennett-award SOPREMA U.S. Names New CEO in Leadership Shift SOPREMA U.S. names Greg Morgan CEO effective July 1 as longtime leader Tim Kersey steps down and transitions to chief technical officer.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102166 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102166-soprema-us-names-new-ceo-in-leadership-shift Asphalt Shingle Demand Falls 9.9% in Q1 as Costs Surge kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) 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.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102145 Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102145-asphalt-shingle-demand-falls-99-in-q1-as-costs-surge QXO’s $17B TopBuild Deal Expands Reach Across Roofing And Insulation kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) 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.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102137 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102137-qxos-17b-topbuild-deal-expands-reach-across-roofing-and-insulation Lubrication Engineers Marks 75 Years in Business Lubrication Engineers marks 75 years, highlighting growth and solutions that help contractors, including roofing professionals, improve equipment reliability and reduce costly downtime.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102129 Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102129-lubrication-engineers-marks-75-years-in-business Polyglass Team Raises $40K for Cancer Research Polyglass employees raised $40,000 in the Dolphins Cancer Challenge, joining thousands of participants in a record-setting effort supporting cancer research initiatives.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102128 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102128-polyglass-team-raises-40k-for-cancer-research ABC Supply Names Fran Jackson, Mike Ford 2026 Ken Hendricks Award Winners aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) See who earned top honors this year among ABC Supply Co.'s national network of roofing suppliers. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102120 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102120-abc-supply-names-fran-jackson-mike-ford-2026-ken-hendricks-award-winners The Home Depot Acquires SIMPL Automation SIMPL uses advanced engineering and AI technology to help distribution facilities operate faster and more efficiently.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102118 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102118-the-home-depot-acquires-simpl-automation Owens Corning Honors Top Roofing Contractors Owens Corning recognized top contractors at its annual Platinum Conference, honoring performance, safety, and innovation across North America.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102097 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102097-owens-corning-honors-top-roofing-contractors QXO Completes $2.25B Acquisition of Kodiak Building Partners QXO closes its $2.25B Kodiak acquisition, betting on housing’s trough and unlocking cross-selling, lumber market entry and supplier overlap advantages.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102055 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102055-qxo-completes-225b-acquisition-of-kodiak-building-partners Hogan Named IIBEC president; Announces Leadership IIBEC appointed Jennifer Hogan as president and announced new officers and board members following its 2026 convention in Sacramento, Calif.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102028 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102028-hogan-named-iibec-president-announces-leadership IKO Launches 2026 Contractor Workshop Series IKO launched its 2026 Profit Power series with sold-out workshops in Canada, offering roofing contractors practical business strategies, marketing insights and networking opportunities.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102022 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102022-iko-launches-2026-contractor-workshop-series MuleHide Promotes Nick Musel to Territory Manager – Mid-Atlantic In his new role, Musel is the company’s lead contact with customers in the territory, which includes Baltimore and Washington, D.C. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102019 Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:17:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102019-mulehide-promotes-nick-musel-to-territory-manager-mid-atlantic APOC Expands Northeast Delivery of Liquid-Applied Roofing Systems, Sealants and Adhesives APOC expands its delivery operation in the Northeast to better serve roofing contractors and distributors in key regional markets.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102001 Mon, 16 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102001-apoc-expands-northeast-delivery-of-liquid-applied-roofing-systems-sealants-and-adhesives Gulfeagle Supply Names Andy Beckerman Vice President of Vendor Relations Company officials say Beckerman's leadership will help strengthen the relationships that support Gulfeagle's growth and customer service.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101997 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101997-gulfeagle-supply-names-andy-beckerman-vice-president-of-vendor-relations The Home Depot to Launch Real-Time Tracking for Pro Deliveries 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.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101975 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:38:14 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101975-the-home-depot-to-launch-real-time-tracking-for-pro-deliveries ABC Supply Co. Earns Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award for 20th Straight Year ABC Supply Co.’s people-first culture continues to set the standard for employee engagement

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101972 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101972-abc-supply-co-earns-gallup-exceptional-workplace-award-for-20th-straight-year QXO Earnings In Line as Investors Eye Next Deal kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) 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.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101969 Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101969-qxo-earnings-in-line-as-investors-eye-next-deal Lowe’s Foundation Commits $10M to Skilled Trades Training

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.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101965 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101965-lowes-foundation-commits-10m-to-skilled-trades-training BITEC Celebrates 40th Anniversary in Roofing Celebrating four decades of making modified bitumen the right way without sacrificing quality.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101951 Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101951-bitec-celebrates-40th-anniversary-in-roofing PEPA Adds QXO, Launches Distributor Category The Polymeric Exterior Products Association has added QXO as its first distributor member, launching a new membership category aimed at strengthening industry collaboration.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101961 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101961-pepa-adds-qxo-launches-distributor-category 84 Lumber Marks Women in Construction Week 84 Lumber is spotlighting three employees during Women in Construction Week, highlighting career paths for women in building materials and construction leadership roles nationwide.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101960 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0500 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/101960-84-lumber-marks-women-in-construction-week