Check out five things driving the solar roofing marketplace in the U.S. as Q4 2024 gets underway.

Michigan-based Meijer, a retailer with 500-plus locations, has invited suppliers and contractors who want to be included on bids for its 2025-26 construction season. 

In a year where an election and international conflict are causing extra stress, roofing companies are finding ways to give back and help others in their communities.

Safety consultant Tammy Clark reports from a jobsite to remind roofing contractors of hazards to avoid when on a low-slope or flat roof.

 Traditional advertising attempted to interrupt, disengage and refocus attention from what the audience was doing to promote a product or service. 

It wasn’t a hurricane but the 2012 International Roofing Expo® that took Orlando by storm in late February.

 The editors of Roofing Contractor see a lot of new products, so once a year after some of the big trade shows we put our heads together to single out some of the industry’s most recent innovations.

 Tom Hanks in the movie “Forrest Gump” said, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re going to get.” 

 The phrase “Work smarter rather than harder” was something Aaron Beiler, president of New Heights LLC, often tried to practice when he ran his own roofing company.

It never fails: change is hard. Even when most everything goes well, it is hard. 

This month I am doing three things I try to avoid in this space: promoting our own products, writing about politics, and asking a favor.

Whether you consider yourself a commercial or residential roofing contractor, or one who works on structures of all types, you should be offering metal roofing as an option to many of your prospective customers

Collis Roofing’s aim is to be number one or number two in every roofing market in Central Florida. 

 There’s a famous statistic that shows fewer than 3 percent of private businesses will make it to the third generation.  

 In this competitive job market, it is wise to periodically evaluate your skill set and know how to demonstrate your value to current or prospective employers.  

When it came time to replace the roof of the Church of Nativity, Episcopal, the building’s board of directors wasn’t the only group who had a say in what material would be chosen — the National Parks Services did too.

METALCON International returned to the Chicago area this year with a new look and a new educational format that offered longer, more in-depth 3-hour sessions. 

Roofing Contractor’s eighth annual Best of Success Conference was held at the Omni Interlocken resort in Denver Sept. 24-25. 

 Royal Roofing has earned a reputation for delivering top-quality work on even the toughest projects. 

The United Association of Storm Restoration Contractors formed to ensure quality repair work for communities.

Based on roof type, here’s how roof restoration services can extend the longevity of your building. 

The flexibility allowed during the pandemic for reviewing I-9 employment forms is coming to an end. 

Escaping the entrepreneur’s trap

Roofing companies struggling to find the right technology to help their organization grow should use workflow maps to determine what products suit their needs, says Ryan Resides of Division 7 Roofing.

Holcim Elevate suggests safety tips for roofing professionals during this hot summer, including starting the workday early, wearing protective gear, staying hydrated, recognizing signs of heat-related illnesses, and taking precautions to safeguard roofing materials.

Using the latest and most powerful technology tool for business can have its drawbacks, warns Adams and Reese Partner Trent Cotney.

Entering the fourth quarter, businesses seeking cost-effective health plans for 2024 should consider these three tips. 

The National Labor Relations Board Counters Precedent with New Ruling on Classification of Independent Contractors

Holcim Building Envelope offers advice on assessing a roof's condition for the most effective repair options.

Roofing contractors facing business challenges, such as lack of control, low profits, and people-related issues, could benefit from the Entrepreneurial Operating System. EOS is a framework that offers vision, traction, and team health improvements. 

A new I-9 employment eligibility form allows opportunities for roofers to streamline operations and verify remotely

Kevin Kennedy of Beacon Exit Planning provides a birds-eye view of alternative legal strategies to consider in your business exit that can save you a bundle.

Check out what Bone Dry Roofing, RC's 2023 Residential Roofing Contractor of the Year, has its eyes on as a new year approaches.

Federal and state regulators are stepping up jobsite enforcement. Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney says to consider these legal defenses when OSHA comes knocking. 

Dave Harrison shares some observations about outsourcing in the roofing industry and offers solutions contractors may want to consider before peak season.

Despite facing challenges, Chris Petros of ServiceTitan says roofing contractors can be optimistic about future sales growth by leveraging technology, and customer focus on navigating market shifts.

Gunner Roofing's Andrew Prchal shares how roofing contractors can stand apart from the competition by working with homeowners to help them increase the value of their property.

Just like plugging a leaky roof, finding ways to plug holes in rebate management by using the right tools and methods can lead to satisfied customers on the distributor and manufacturer side.

The project delays that result from a fall-related injury or fatality will take up much more time than what was spent preventing the fall in the first place.

This column from Josh Sparks, CEO of Infinity Home Services, is a must-read if you are interested in partnering with a private equity firm to grow your roofing company.

Why should a roofing company, which likely has clients who don't drive to a branch location, care about using Google Maps? The answer is three letters: S, E and O; they mean more than you may know.

By knowing the ins and outs of attic ventilation, roofing contractors can stand out from the rest and earn more contracts, says Shane Gotschi, co-owner of DryHome Roofing & Siding.

Are you using AI to analyze project details, schedule tasks and customize safety alerts for specific roofing jobsites?

Sales Guru Chuck Thokey breaks down the process of selecting the perfect sales coach for your roofing business to reach the next level of success.

After Hurricane Milton, businesses face cleanup and rebuilding. Following OSHA safety guidelines is crucial to protect workers from hazards like floods, downed power lines, and debris.

The inflexibility of paper forms made it difficult to update safety protocols promptly, lagging behind industry standards. Not anymore. 

Can better airflow create opportunities for energy savings and building materials longevity that roofing contractors often miss?

Understanding the eight aspects of planning a successful exit can make any transitions smoother for roofing contractors.

As I battled a pre-Oscars bug, "Silver Linings Playbook" won four awards including top feature at today's Independent Spirit Awards. Details here. Was happy to see "Middle of Nowhere" win the Cassavetes Award for truly low-budget feature filmmaking.