Bryan Gottlieb

Canada, Mexico, United States

Managing Editor at Roofing Contractor

Business writer covering M&A, private equity, supply chains, and construction. SPJ 'Excellence in Journalism' award-winning writer. Editor at @BNP_Media

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Articles

Court Strikes Down Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs

1 week ago | wconline.com | Bryan Gottlieb

ExteriorInteriorSteel FramingWalls and Ceilings News A three‑judge panel of the U.S. Court of International Trade delivered a stinging rebuke to President Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers on May 28, ruling that his “Liberation Day” tariffs exceeded constitutional and statutory limits.
Court Strikes Down Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ Tariffs

1 week ago | roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb

A three‑judge panel of the U.S. Court of International Trade delivered a stinging rebuke to President Donald Trump’s use of emergency powers on May 28, ruling that his “Liberation Day” tariffs exceeded constitutional and statutory limits. In its decision, the court held that Executive Order 14257 — under which Trump imposed a 10% baseline levy on most imports and higher, up to 50%, country‑specific duties — could not be justified under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977.
Roofing Corp of America Buys A-1 All American Roofing of San Diego

1 week ago | roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb

Roofing Corp of America announced the purchase of San Diego, Calif.-based A-1 All American Roofing Co., to its growing platform of brands. In a news release, RCA said the purchase marks RCA’s 14th acquisition since its founding in December 2020.
Major Heatwave Forecast Beginning Wednesday, Wildfire Risk Rises

1 week ago | roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb

An intense early-season heat wave will engulf the Southwest beginning Wednesday, unleashing triple-digit highs that could imperil roofing and construction crews, as well as other outdoor workers. With minimal humidity to temper the furnace-like heat, contractors are urged to finalize hydration plans, adjust schedules and remain vigilant to prevent heat exhaustion and potentially fatal heatstroke.
Major Heatwave Hits the West, Wildfire Risk Rises

1 week ago | roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb

An intense early-season heat wave will engulf the Southwest beginning Wednesday, unleashing triple-digit highs that could imperil roofing and construction crews, as well as other outdoor workers. With minimal humidity to temper the furnace-like heat, contractors are urged to finalize hydration plans, adjust schedules and remain vigilant to prevent heat exhaustion and potentially fatal heatstroke.
FM Global Begins Offering Solar Panel Certification for Hail, Fire Resistance

1 week ago | roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb

Florida’s insurance market struggles have been thoroughly covered in Roofing Contractor, highlighting the significant departure of multiple carriers and the overwhelming pressure on Citizens Insurance, the state’s insurer of last resort. Yet, FM Global, a self-funded insurer that is arguably a gold standard in safety and liability mitigation, claims to have pioneered an idea that may help: a testing system that certifies panels for fire and hail resistance.
ICE Redondea a Equipo de Techos Afuera de Boston

1 week ago | roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb

Funcionarios federales de inmigración en Lowell, Mass., a unas 32 millas al norte de Boston, allanaron una empresa de techado el 19 de mayo, deteniendo a 11 trabajadores. El Servicio de Inmigración y Control de Aduanas (ICE) dijo en un comunicado de prensa el lunes que los trabajadores de una empresa de techado con sede en Massachusetts, cuyo nombre no fue revelado, fueron arrestados en un área de preparación para la compañía.
UPDATE: May's Severe Storms Lash U.S. Roofs with Tornadoes, Hail and High Winds

2 weeks ago | roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb

This article was last updated on May 21, 2025 at 15:21 to reflect current events. Despite the classic rhyme promising May flowers after April showers, a relentless parade of severe weather — from an EF3 tornado in St. Louis on May 16 to widespread damage across the Gulf Coast — has battered roofs across multiple U.S. regions this month. Roofers in Kentucky and Missouri are repairing thousands of damaged homes after tornadoes killed at least 21 people and ripped off some 5,000 roofs.
The Roofing Consolidation Boom-and Its Impact on Workers

2 weeks ago | roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb

Roofing NewsExit PlanningRoofing Supplier OperationsRoofing Workforce Development “It isn’t the changes that do you in, it’s the transitions,” writes William Bridges, author of “Managing Transitions: Making the Most of Change,” often referred to as the father of change and transition management. “Change is situational — the new site, the new boss, the new team roles,” he continues.
ICE Rounds Up Roofing Crew Outside Boston

2 weeks ago | roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb

Federal immigration officials in Lowell, Mass., about 32 miles north of Boston, raided a roofing company on Monday, rounding up 11 workers. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said in a press release Monday that workers for an unnamed Massachusetts-based roofing business were arrested at a staging area for the company.