Roofing Supply Pro Roofing Supply Pro offers coverage of the roofing supply industry across North America. Our stories focus on roofing distributers, managers, sales teams, and leads. https://www.roofingcontractor.com/rss/5170 en-us Testing Rooftop Coatings at World Cup 2026 aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) Testing on metal bleachers in the Houston heat puts roof coating on international stage. Testing on metal bleachers in the Houston heat puts roof coating on international stage.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102405 Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102405-testing-rooftop-coatings-at-world-cup-2026 Coryell Roofing Opens Franklin Experience Center The Franklin facility aims to help schools, hospitals and public facilities make smarter roofing decisions before costly projects begin. The Franklin facility aims to help schools, hospitals and public facilities make smarter roofing decisions before costly projects begin.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102396 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:08:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102396-coryell-roofing-opens-franklin-experience-center Erik Zadrozny Named Chief Revenue Officer with FirstRidge Service Partners aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) The former Beacon/QXO executive's appointment as CRO adds to FirstRidge’s highly experienced, blue-chip leadership team. The former Beacon/QXO executive's appointment as CRO adds to FirstRidge’s highly experienced, blue-chip leadership team.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102372 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102372-erik-zadrozny-named-chief-revenue-officer-with-firstridge-service-partners IKO's BramCal Production Facility Celebrates 20th Anniversary Milestone anniversary represents 20 years of commitment, growth and shared success for IKO and community. Milestone anniversary represents 20 years of commitment, growth and shared success for IKO and community. 

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102374 Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102374-ikos-bramcal-production-facility-celebrates-20th-anniversary IKO Celebrates Grand Opening of Clay Hill Manufacturing Campus in Florida aisnera@bnpmedia.com (Art Aisner) Three production lines will expand the company’s North American production footprint and strengthen its manufacturing network. Three production lines will expand the company’s North American production footprint and strengthen its manufacturing network.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102354 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102354-iko-celebrates-grand-opening-of-clay-hill-manufacturing-campus-in-florida Roofing Alliance Opens Nominations for 2026-27 MVP Awards Program Industry Invited to Recognize Outstanding Roofing Workers by Sept.14 Industry Invited to Recognize Outstanding Roofing Workers by Sept.14

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102353 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102353-roofing-alliance-opens-nominations-for-2026-27-mvp-awards-program Roofing Contractor Retention Starts with the Right Equipment Equipment design, operator comfort, and training can help roofing companies address labor challenges. Equipment design, operator comfort, and training can help roofing companies address labor challenges.

]]> http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102352 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/102352-roofing-contractor-retention-starts-with-the-right-equipment IKO Breaks Ground on XPS Insulation Manufacturing Facility IKO breaks ground on its first XPS insulation manufacturing plant.  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 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. 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 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. 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. 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.

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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