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Roofing maintenance: Stay on top of small problems so they don’t become big ones – KTAR News 92.3 FM

Roofing maintenance: Stay on top of small problems so they don’t become big ones  KTAR News 92.3 FM

Roofing Membranes Market worth $39.78 billion by 2031 – Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™ – Yahoo Finance

Roofing Membranes Market worth $39.78 billion by 2031 – Exclusive Report by MarketsandMarkets™  Yahoo Finance

Your Roofing Business Plan: Where to Start and How to Build It

Without a proper business plan you’re building a house without blueprints, and mistakes will be made.

In Extreme Weather, the Roof Is the First Line of Defense

Extreme weather is exposing roofing vulnerabilities, driving demand for resilient systems—especially metal—that better withstand wind, hail, snow and fire risks.

Congressional Record Recognizes National Roofing Week

Congressional recognition shines a spotlight on National Roofing Week and the roofing professionals who protect homes, businesses and communities across the country.

QXO Names Vanessa Fusco 2026 North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year

Connecticut roofing leader Vanessa Fusco wins QXO’s 2026 Female Roofing Professional of the Year award, earning $10,000 and industry recognition.

It’s Not the Roof Costing You Storm Jobs

Storm work is won the moment the ladder comes down from the roof.

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Home Depot (HD) Valuation Check After Legal Win And Roofing Acquisition – simplywall.st

Home Depot (HD) Valuation Check After Legal Win And Roofing Acquisition  simplywall.st

Richards Building Supply Expands Into Colorado

Richards Building Supply acquired United States Building Supply assets, adding four Colorado locations and expanding its contractor distribution footprint in the western U.S.

FLASH Weather AI Launches Hail Forecast Tool

The AI-powered model aims to give roofing contractors up to 55 minutes of warning before hail hits, helping crews protect job sites, materials and equipment. 

5 Ways Roofing Contractors Can Win the War for Talent

Roofing contractor CEOs share proven strategies for recruiting, training and retaining top talent — and why intentional culture-building is the ultimate competitive advantage.

Planes flipped, roofs ripped: Michigan damage roundup after severe storms – MLive.com

Planes flipped, roofs ripped: Michigan damage roundup after severe storms  MLive.com

Video shows wild storm winds lift truck, damage roofs and property in Lee County – Gulf Coast News and Weather

Video shows wild storm winds lift truck, damage roofs and property in Lee County  Gulf Coast News and Weather

What Roofing Contractors Should Tell Customers About Wind Ratings

7 steps roofers can use to educate homeowners about wind and hail ratings, and how important they really are.

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Owens Corning Q1 Roofing Sales Fall 14%

Owens Corning reported lower first-quarter roofing sales and earnings amid softer housing and remodeling activity but maintained its second-quarter outlook.

Roofing Material Market to Reach USD 251.67 Billion by 2036 as Energy-Efficient, Storm-Resistant, and Sustainable Roofing Systems Reshape Global Construction Demand – PR Newswire

Roofing Material Market to Reach USD 251.67 Billion by 2036 as Energy-Efficient, Storm-Resistant, and Sustainable Roofing Systems Reshape Global Construction Demand  PR Newswire

Kansas law enforcement reports ‘significant’ storm damage, including lost roofs – KSN.com

Kansas law enforcement reports ‘significant’ storm damage, including lost roofs  KSN.com

BuilderLync Sets June 1 Launch for Roofing Platform

BuilderLync will launch June 1 after aligning leadership under EOS, finalizing pricing and onboarding, and securing its first paying customer ahead of release.

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What Do Hail and Wind Ratings Actually Mean?

Get an in-depth look at what’s driving hail and wind ratings and how meaningful they are.

Sparks Fly As Wind Tears Off Roofing, Snaps Power Lines – The Weather Channel

Sparks Fly As Wind Tears Off Roofing, Snaps Power Lines  The Weather Channel

Mississippi tornadoes lift roofs, collapse walls, leave many without homes – CBS News

Mississippi tornadoes lift roofs, collapse walls, leave many without homes  CBS News

Rome Man Jailed for Damaging Midian Roofing Sign – Coosa Valley News

Rome Man Jailed for Damaging Midian Roofing Sign  Coosa Valley News

Owens Corning Q1 Roofing Sales Fall 14% – Roofing Contractor

Owens Corning Q1 Roofing Sales Fall 14%  Roofing Contractor

Owens Corning, Roof Scout Launch Virtual Sales Tool

New platform blends e-commerce and human interaction to simplify roofing sales for homeowners and contractors.

Roofing Good Deeds: Uplifting Stories from Across the Industry (May 8, 2026)

Three Southeast roofing contractors. One common thread: putting community first. See how they’re feeding kids, honoring teachers, and making a difference locally.

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AD Q1 Sales Jump 16%, Signaling Strong Construction Demand

AD’s Q1 performance suggests solid upstream activity for roofing, with demand supporting backlog but raising concerns about pricing and material availability.

IKO Adds Blackstone Color to Dynasty Shingle Line

IKO has introduced Blackstone, a new black color option in its Dynasty architectural shingle line, available across the U.S. and Canada.

Roofing Industry Lacks First Step Safety Standards

While fall protection on active job sites has improved, the most dangerous moment may come earlier, during first access. 

Sparks Fly As Wind Tears Off Roofing, Snaps Power Lines – Yahoo

Sparks Fly As Wind Tears Off Roofing, Snaps Power Lines  Yahoo

Roofing Directory Launches Nationwide Database of 62,000+ Roofing Contractors With Free 24/7 Estimate Helpline – openPR.com

Roofing Directory Launches Nationwide Database of 62,000+ Roofing Contractors With Free 24/7 Estimate Helpline  openPR.com

Atlas Boosts Reflectivity of Pinnacle Sun Shingles

Updated shingles deliver higher solar reflectivity, new color options, and improved consistency to support energy efficiency and durability.

The Power of Roofing Day 2026

Get a glimpse of what issues roofing industry stakeholders will bring to members of Congress in Washington D.C.

Construction Is Hiring Again — but Fuel Costs and Borrowing Rates Are Eating Into the Good News

The industry added 26,000 jobs in March, but diesel topping $5.40 a gallon and rising Treasury yields are raising alarms for contractors heading into the busy season

Janesville roofing company sees surge in calls after storm damage – WMTV 15 NEWS

Janesville roofing company sees surge in calls after storm damage  WMTV 15 NEWS

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April 2026 Product Focus

See the latest in green roofing products, including sustainable systems, performance benefits, and instructional guides for these environmentally responsible roofing solutions.

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.

Construction Hiring Slows to Record Low in February

Hiring hit a record low in February, tightening labor supply for roofing crews and project timelines.

Sherwin-Williams Expands Kentucky Plant to Meet Roofing Demand

Sherwin-Williams expanded its Kentucky coatings plant, increasing capacity and automation to meet rising demand in metal roofing and construction markets.

AccuWeather Forecast Predicts Busy Hurricane Season for Roofers

AccuWeather hurricane forecast: A wild storm season awaits.

84 Lumber Honors Top Performers

84 Lumber spotlights top talent at annual awards, honoring standout leaders and rising stars across the organization.

Parkville sees surge in roofing permits as residents navigate hailstorm repairs – KSHB 41 Kansas City

Parkville sees surge in roofing permits as residents navigate hailstorm repairs  KSHB 41 Kansas City

AccuWeather Launches Weather App Integration in ChatGPT

AccuWeather has launched a ChatGPT app offering real-time forecasts, radar and advisories, expanding access to weather data within AI-driven conversations.

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SPRI Names Brian Chamberlain President for 2026–2027 Term

The Single-Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) has appointed Brian Chamberlain as its new president, succeeding Scott Carpenter.

OSHA Launches Safety Champions Workplace Program

OSHA introduced a new Safety Champions Program to help employers strengthen workplace safety through a tiered system focused on prevention and continuous improvement.

Ridgeline Construction Roofing & Exteriors’ Lauren Marsh Wins AGC Honor

Lauren Marsh, president of Ridgeline Construction, earned the AGC Alabama Women in Construction Award, highlighting her impact on the field and leadership in advancing women in the industry.

HelloNation Examines Roof Replacement Costs in Greater Richmond, Featuring Residential Roofing Expert Seth Brown – Yahoo Finance

HelloNation Examines Roof Replacement Costs in Greater Richmond, Featuring Residential Roofing Expert Seth Brown  Yahoo Finance

GAF Roofing Academy and Tecta to provide free commercial roofing installation training – NEREJ

GAF Roofing Academy and Tecta to provide free commercial roofing installation training  NEREJ

Storm Guard Assembles Care Kits for Texas Hospital – Roofing Contractor

Storm Guard Assembles Care Kits for Texas Hospital  Roofing Contractor

Contractor AI Adoption Surges in 2026, Report Finds

A new industry report shows AI use rising among contractors, with firms leveraging technology to manage costs, improve margins and streamline operations.

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BOCES students train for state roofing competition – WBNG

BOCES students train for state roofing competition  WBNG

Chamberlin Roofing Acquires Dixie Membrane Roofing

Chamberlin Roofing acquires Atlanta-based Dixie Membrane Roofing, expanding services and regional reach while preserving local leadership and operations in the Southeast market.

Roofing Safety in Home Building Starts at the Top – National Association of Home Builders | NAHB

Roofing Safety in Home Building Starts at the Top  National Association of Home Builders | NAHB

Digital Marketing Is Now Roofing’s Baseline

Marketing expert Poncho Serrano explains why roofing contractors must embrace multi-platform visibility, consistent content and organic strategy to compete in 2026. Learn how AI fits in—and why being “everywhere” online…

A-Abel Roofing Responds to Growing Hail Damage Concerns with Professional Roof Repair and Storm Restoration Services in Illinois. – markets.businessinsider.com

A-Abel Roofing Responds to Growing Hail Damage Concerns with Professional Roof Repair and Storm Restoration Services in Illinois.  markets.businessinsider.com

The Home Depot Expands Pro Digital Experience with Latest AI Tools

Project Management and AI tools aimed to bridge digital disconnect for contractors. 

ScanShield AI Expands Roof Inspection Platform Nationwide

ScanShield AI is expanding nationwide after a pilot with a Georgia contractor showed faster inspections and more consistent reporting using AI-driven roof analysis tools.

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.

Rethinking Roof Resilience: How HailGuard™ Shingles Aim to Shift the Conversation on Hail Protection

As hail losses climb nationwide, roofing innovation is evolving. HailGuard™ shingles introduce a warranty-backed system designed to help homeowners manage storm risk and potentially reduce long-term financial exposure.†

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Storm Season Roofing Tips and Prep with All Around Roofing – WDTN.com

Storm Season Roofing Tips and Prep with All Around Roofing  WDTN.com

Spring Storm Season Approaching Stresses Importance of Roof Maintenance – Newstalk KZRG

Spring Storm Season Approaching Stresses Importance of Roof Maintenance  Newstalk KZRG

SOPREMA Celebrates IRE 2026 Experts’ Choice Innovative Product Award

Which innovative roofing project became award winners at the 2026 IRE?

What Modern Contracting Should Look Like – Towne Post Network –

What Modern Contracting Should Look Like  Towne Post Network –

Is AI Creating More Admin Work for Roofing Contractors?

Legal expert Trent Cotney discusses the downside to using AI when it comes to administrative tasks in the contractor workspace.

Roofing companies flooded with work statewide following storm – KHON2

Roofing companies flooded with work statewide following storm  KHON2

Roofing with Overburden as Protection from Hail, Fire, and Wind – Living Architecture Monitor

Roofing with Overburden as Protection from Hail, Fire, and Wind  Living Architecture Monitor

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Fluorescent Pigments for High-Performance Cool Roofing and Facades – Department of Energy (.gov)

Fluorescent Pigments for High-Performance Cool Roofing and Facades  Department of Energy (.gov)

Roofing Expert Cody Slagle Highlights Signs You Need a New Roof in Texas in HelloNation Feature – PR Newswire

Roofing Expert Cody Slagle Highlights Signs You Need a New Roof in Texas in HelloNation Feature  PR Newswire

Roof Inspection After Storm Damage Explained in HelloNation Article Featuring Roofing Expert R. Sean Fahey – PR Newswire

Roof Inspection After Storm Damage Explained in HelloNation Article Featuring Roofing Expert R. Sean Fahey  PR Newswire

Possible tornado rips roofs of buildings in southern Michigan town – Detroit Free Press

Possible tornado rips roofs of buildings in southern Michigan town  Detroit Free Press

GAF Trains 1,100 Roofers in FORTIFIED Standard

GAF says it has trained more than 1,100 roofing professionals in the IBHS FORTIFIED program, expanding access to resilient roof standards nationwide.

Insurance Claims & Roofing: What Homeowners Need to Know After Winter Storms – ACCESS Newswire

Insurance Claims & Roofing: What Homeowners Need to Know After Winter Storms  ACCESS Newswire

2026 Roofing Industry Shifts: Why Homeowners Need Faster Inspections and Clearer Communication – The National Law Review

2026 Roofing Industry Shifts: Why Homeowners Need Faster Inspections and Clearer Communication  The National Law Review

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February 2026 Product Focus

A collection of products designed to help you meet your biggest challenges on the roof.

Three Questions Emerging from the QXO-Kodiak Acquisition

QXO’s $2.25 billion acquisition of Kodiak Building Partners drew a lot of reaction industry wide. Here’s three questions to ponder.

ABC Presses Trump to Repeal PLA Mandate – Roofing Contractor

ABC Presses Trump to Repeal PLA Mandate  Roofing Contractor

Roofing Tile Underlayment Market Forecast 2026-2036: Market to Reach USD 51.5 Billion by 2036 at 5.2% CAGR – openPR.com

Roofing Tile Underlayment Market Forecast 2026-2036: Market to Reach USD 51.5 Billion by 2036 at 5.2% CAGR  openPR.com

What homeowners should watch out for, as roofs take a hit from snow and ice – WFMZ.com

What homeowners should watch out for, as roofs take a hit from snow and ice  WFMZ.com

High Court Tariff Ruling Hits Roofing Supply Chain

Tariff rollback could steady roofing bids, but distributors must clear higher-cost inventory and officials may pursue new duties under other trade laws.

New York Roofing Contractor Fined $600,000 in Worker’s Fatal Fall

OSHA investigators found that DME Construction Associates Inc. exposed workers to falls of up to 22 feet at unguarded roof openings and roof edges.

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Survey: 23% Plan to Reroof in 2026

A new TAMKO survey finds 23% of homeowners plan to re-roof in 2026, signaling continued residential roofing demand amid broader renovation activity.

CertainTeed Doubles Georgia Shingle Capacity

The ribbon cutting marks a major plant expansion aimed at meeting Southeast housing demand.

QXO to Acquire Kodiak for $2.25 Billion – Roofing Contractor

QXO to Acquire Kodiak for $2.25 Billion  Roofing Contractor

Beyond the Roof: A Grandfather’s Master Plan

How Idaho’s Only Certified CertainTeed Solstice Installer Built Energy Independence for His Own Family — Not for Profit, But for the Future

ABC: Construction Backlog Dips to 8 Months

Industry adds 33,000 jobs in January as contractors remain optimistic about sales growth.

CertainTeed Doubles Georgia Shingle Capacity – Roofing Contractor

CertainTeed Doubles Georgia Shingle Capacity  Roofing Contractor

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/U P D A T E — PABCO Roofing Products/ – Yahoo Finance

/U P D A T E — PABCO Roofing Products/  Yahoo Finance

Survey: 23% Plan to Reroof in 2026 – Roofing Contractor

Survey: 23% Plan to Reroof in 2026  Roofing Contractor

How is your roof holding up in the rain? – KSBY News

How is your roof holding up in the rain?  KSBY News

Roofing Company Reviews Site Launches to Help Homeowners Find Trusted Roofing Contractors – USA Today

Roofing Company Reviews Site Launches to Help Homeowners Find Trusted Roofing Contractors  USA Today

Paying for a New Roof: What Homeowners Consider and What Contractors Should Know

With roof replacement costs rising, homeowners are weighing everything from cash and credit cards to equity lines and loans. Here’s a clear look at the pros, cons, and practical choices.