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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Art Aisner |Jill Bloom |Bryan Gottlieb |Paul Scelsi
The feeling was hard to describe, but undeniable — a sudden lightness across the shoulder blades, as if a burden decades in the making had just lifted. The Honorable Reid Ribble sunk into his chair with his favorite homebrewed coffee in hand, having just returned from a cross-country, redeye flight from his final official trip as CEO of the National Roofing Contractors Association.
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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Art Aisner |Jill Bloom |Bryan Gottlieb |Paul Scelsi
The residential roofing market continued to thrive in 2024 as roofing contractors benefitted from a combination of devastating extreme weather events, increased demand in specialty projects, and enhancements in efficiency from lead generation and marketing to sales and installations. There are, of course, a host of challenges that remain.
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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Jill Bloom |Bryan Gottlieb |Paul Scelsi
At Atlas, the dedicated team of professionals doesn’t just promise quality — they deliver it. The customer-first approach means every product is designed with a roofing contractor’s success in mind. Whether you’re looking for advanced insulation, superior shingles, or game-changing roofing technology, Atlas has the solutions to take your projects to the next level.
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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Bryan Gottlieb |Jill Bloom |Paul Scelsi
In the battle for control of Beacon, QXO announced Wednesday a slate of 10 independent director nominees for election at Beacon’s 2025 annual meeting in May. The move directly challenges Beacon’s leadership after its board of directors rejected QXO’s unsolicited $11 billion tender offer. QXO’s proposed nominees include former senior executives from major industrial and distribution companies, such as Owens Corning, FedEx, Dow, and Univar Solutions.
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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Jill Bloom |Bryan Gottlieb |Paul Scelsi
Dallas-based Roofing Talent America bills itself as a strategic partner instead of a conventional recruitment firm and, in a Feb. 10 news release, said it works with “exceptional individuals” it sources and then places in employment. "Most roofing company owners are working twice as hard as they should, turning down lucrative projects because they can't staff them while watching their best people burn out," says Roofing Talent America CEO Luke McCormack.
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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Trent Cotney |Jill Bloom |Bryan Gottlieb |Paul Scelsi
Company Spotlight Legal Adams and Reese advises every type of client in the construction industry on a wide range of matters that impact their business. We advise on the negotiation and drafting of design, engineering and constructions contracts; compliance with construction codes and regulations; disputes arising from construction; engineering and design defects; building code violations; product failure; warranty claims; breach of contract claims and allegations of fraud.
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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Jill Bloom |Bryan Gottlieb |Paul Scelsi
KStrong is aiding roofing contractors in maximizing safety on rooftops with its new Deadweight Rooftop System, designed for use where structural anchors are unavailable. The freestanding counterweight system features a polymer base plate for enhanced grip and stability on various roof surfaces, including bitumen, asphalt, and concrete. Equipped with a central shock-absorbing post, it deploys in the event of a fall, providing reliable fall arrest support.
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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Chris Gray |Jill Bloom |Bryan Gottlieb |Paul Scelsi
In this publication, we often turn to roofing distributors to provide insights into the upcoming trends affecting the industry. Just as important, however, is what their customers are saying. As 2025 begins, it’s important for distributors to keep their fingers on the pulse of what their contractor customers need to succeed. Roofing Supply Pro’s sister publication, Roofing Contractor, provides that very data with its annual State of the Industry survey and report.
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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Jill Bloom |Bryan Gottlieb |Paul Scelsi
Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, is excited to announce its participation at the 2025 International Roofing Expo. Visit Polyglass at booth #19103 and demo booth #18113. At IRE 2025, Polyglass will showcase high-performance roofing solutions designed to meet diverse building needs, from fire resistance to extreme weather protection. Experts will be on hand to help you find the perfect fit for your next project.
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2 months ago | 
roofingcontractor.com | Art Aisner |Jill Bloom |Bryan Gottlieb |Paul Scelsi
The popularity of metal residential roofing continues to grow. Some estimate its share of the residential market at about 18%, with the potential to grow as severe weather events impact neighborhoods coast-to-coast. To advocates like the Metal Roofing Alliance, one of the nation’s largest trade groups representing the interests of metal roofing contractors and manufacturers, timing is critical because the opportunity is too big to let pass by.
