Roofing Supplier News

Foothill Medical Center Completes 300-kW Solar, Roof Upgrade

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400

The Foothill Ranch project pairs a 300-kW solar installation with full roof reconditioning under a zero-upfront-cost power purchase agreement.

ABC Supply Announces 2026 Managing Partners

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:20:00 -0400

The program recognizes managers who set the standard for outstanding leadership and branch success.

Roofr Joins National Women in Roofing as Official Technology Partner for 2026

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Through the collaborative partnership, Roofr brings hands-on support, resources, and meaningful visibility directly to the NWIR community.

Lowe’s Renews Habitat Partnership to Fund 200 Home Repair Projects

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Lowe’s will fund roofing, HVAC, energy-efficiency and accessibility upgrades while helping Habitat for Humanity celebrate its 50th anniversary.

Benjamin Obdyke Names George Caruso CEO as Dave Campbell Retires

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:40:00 -0400

George Caruso succeeds longtime CEO Dave Campbell, who helped guide Benjamin Obdyke’s growth, innovation and transition to employee ownership.

TopBuild Gives QXO New Edge in Roofing Distribution

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400

QXO says its next phase is proving the operating model. Roofing contractors will judge that by product availability, delivery reliability, faster quotes and whether local relationships remain intact.

How Owens Corning Develops New Shingle Colors

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400

An Owens Corning aesthetics engineer explains how shingle colors are developed, tested in natural light and matched across manufacturing plants.

GAF Launches ‘Roof of the Year’ Contest for Certified Contractors

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

GAF’s Roof of the Year contest honors certified contractors for exceptional residential roofing projects, with cash awards and promotional support for winners.

Roofing Pros Rally for 25,000 Push-Ups to Support Veterans This July

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Roofing pros are knocking out 25,000 push-ups this July to honor America's 250th and raise funds for veterans. Here's how to join the mission.

Roseburg Offers Rebates on Armorite Trim

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Roseburg Forest Products launched a rebate campaign for first-time users of Armorite Exterior Trim, offering qualified builders and contractors up to $600 back.

TAMKO, Chiefs Launch Third Operation Rooftop Giveaway

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 09:00:00 -0400

TAMKO and the Kansas City Chiefs will provide a new roof to one current or former U.S. military member through Operation Rooftop.

Polyglass Adds Seven FORTIFIED Roof-Qualified Products

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Polyglass expanded its FORTIFIED Roof-qualified lineup with new membranes, primers, adhesive and underlayment products for resilient roofing systems.

Greg Morgan Takes Helm as SOPREMA U.S. CEO

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Greg Morgan has officially assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer of SOPREMA U.S., following the leadership transition announced earlier this year.

Sika Names Laurie Hill VP of Technical Roofing/Insulation

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Laurie Hill will lead Sika’s roofing and insulation technical teams after more than two decades with the company and its Rmax business unit.

QXO Closes TopBuild Acquisition, Expands Roofing Reach

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 08:50:00 -0400

QXO closed its acquisition of TopBuild, adding insulation and installation capabilities while naming former TopBuild Chairman Alec Covington to its board.

METALCON 2026 Highlights Education, Innovation and Partnerships

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:18:00 -0400

METALCON unites top associations to address industry challenges through education and collaboration.

ServiceTitan Partners With Metallica Charity on Trades

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0400

ServiceTitan is partnering with Metallica’s nonprofit All Within My Hands to support skilled trades training through the Metallica Scholars Initiative.

Davis Memorial Foundation Awards $75,000 in 2026 Scholarships

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

The Davis Memorial Foundation awarded $75,000 in scholarships to 15 students pursuing higher education, including trade school and construction-related degree programs.

MuleHide Welcomes Three New Territory Managers

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Their responsibilities include helping ensure that projects are completed efficiently and according to specifications, working with contractors and ABC Supply Co. Inc. branch teams.

Rescue Teams Race Against Time in Venezuela After Devastating Twin Earthquakes

kernt@bnpmedia.com (Tanja Kern) — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Twin earthquakes kill over 1,450 in Venezuela. International rescue teams, including U.S. personnel, search collapsed buildings as the humanitarian crisis deepens.

Kingspan Sustainability Report Signals Building Shift

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

New sustainability data reveals how roofing and enclosure systems are advancing decarb goals.

TYPAR Expands Colorado Reach with WS Partnership

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:20:00 -0400

TYPAR grows its Colorado footprint through an expanded partnership with WS Building Materials.

Strongman Finals Feature KNAACK Flip-and-Carry Event

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

A new World's Strongest Man finals event featured athletes flipping and carrying KNAACK storage boxes, testing strength and product durability.

Elevate Releases LEED v5 Guide for Roofing Projects

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Elevate has launched a guide outlining how commercial roofing systems can support LEED v5 certification goals, including energy performance, resilience and carbon reduction.

Polyglass Highlights Building Envelope Solutions at FRSA Convention

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Among the featured products were waterproofing systems designed for high-wear and overburden applications, including Tecnocoat liquid-applied waterproofing systems and Mapeseal GC membrane systems.

METALCON Expands Design District Education for 2026

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

METALCON's 2026 Design District will feature expanded education on embodied carbon, code updates, adaptive reuse and market trends affecting metal construction.

Westlake Royal Expands TruExterior Distribution

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:40:00 -0400

BlueLinx adds TruExterior siding and trim in key East Coast and Southeast distribution hubs.

Konrad Wernthaler Named President of Gaco, Enverge

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Wernthaler will oversee strategy, operations and commercial activities for the two brands, which serve commercial and residential markets in roofing, waterproofing, sealants, adhesives and insulation.

What Contractors Should Know About Modern Roofing Asphalt

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

An Owens Corning R&D leader explains how evolving asphalt formulations improve roof durability, weather resistance and performance in today's demanding environments.

ABC Reports Construction Backlog Reaches Three-Year High

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:26:40 -0400

Construction backlog hit a near three-year high in May, driven by data center projects.