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Project Profile: Pennsylvania Community Center IMPs Provide Right Temperature

Metl-Span panels for the roof and walls not only created a beautiful community center, but regulates the temperature for various activities held there.




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Advanced Green Technologies Complete Miami-Dade's First Large-Scale Solar Array

The rooftop solar system for the North Dade Regional Library in Miami Gardens is expected to offset the building’s energy usage by 85%, enough to power 98 homes.




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Thank You Ladies: My Husband is Procrastinating His Roofing Company Exit Plan

To be perfectly fair to their partners, planning for the exit is complicated, especially when the owner is preoccupied with the day-to-day business.




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How Tax Reform Could Mean a "BOOM" to Commercial Roofing

This article will review some of the tax reform bill’s provisions as they relate to business owners in the roofing industry, and provide some guidance on changes that may be appropriate for the exiting owner.




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If You Lost Everything You Owned: Using Asset Insulation in Your Roofing Company Exit

It’s no surprise that in today’s society civil litigation has become an ever-increasing threat to business owners and affluent individuals.




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The Contractor’s 60 Minute Exit Plan, Part 2 – How to Cash Out, Eliminate Taxes and Retire Comfortably - Part 2

To ensure that your inevitable exit is a successful one - an exit that will deliver on your future financial, personal and business goals - you need an exit plan.




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Baby Boomers Are Selling Roofing Companies

These 10 keys are sound business practices in preparing your company for a sale or merger and acquisition, adding value to your company whether you sell to a competitor or investors.




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How Much Will It Cost to Sell My Roofing Company?




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VIDEO: Non-Compete Ban—Is it Constitutional?

In this video, RC contributor Trent Cotney discusses ways to reach potential and existing customers.




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First Among Equals: Scalo Companies Wins RCCS Safety Award

The Scalo Companies won the RCCS Safety Award for its outstanding safety commitment and operational excellence. CEO Jack Scalo will speak at the 2024 Best of Success conference, Dec. 4-6 in Bonita Springs, Fla. 




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2023 Commercial Roofing Trends Report

RC's annual research initiative focused on capturing the roofing industry's broad perspective on successes and challenges in 2023 while also looking ahead to the year to come.




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Why a Roofing Company Becomes a ‘Target’ for Acquisitions

Do you want your roofing contractor firm to be considered attractive for an outside sale? Consider your personal and financial goals, and beware of one-off deals.




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U-F Gators Chomp for 'Pole Position' at 2024 Roofing Alliance Student Competition

The 2024 Roofing Alliance Student Competition in Las Vegas, marking its 10th year as part of the International Roofing Expo, saw five teams competing to win the bid for roofing the paddock building at Grand Prix Plaza in downtown Las Vegas.  




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Know Your Roofing Company’s Policy on Marijuana

In this BOS podcast, Trent Cotney of Adams & Reese discusses the impact of marijuana legalization on roofing contractors, emphasizing workplace safety and evolving legal challenges.




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VIDEO: Common Safety Hazards to Avoid in Low-Slope Roofing

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




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VIDEO: Chat GPT: A Double-Edged Sword for Roofing Companies?

Examine the fascinating but potentially dangerous capabilities of the artificial intelligence language program




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View the Roofing Companies That Made the 2023 Inc. 5000 List

Multiple roofing contractors have claimed a spot on Inc. Magazine’s Inc. 5000 list, which tracks the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.




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Tecta America Commercial Roofing Announces Promotion of Kevin Palmer to President

Palmer joins Tecta America's corporate team from Schwickert's, a Tecta America Company, headquartered in Mankato, Minn., where he has served as operating unit president since 2016.




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Roofing Contractor’s 2021 Residential, Commercial Contractors of the Year

Roofing Contractor continued the annual tradition of naming the residential and commercial roofing Contractors of the Year during the 17th Best of Success conference.




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NWiR Members Share How to Become a Powerhouse on Social Media

Influencers in the roofing industry shared insights and strategies on how to grow your business through social media.





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2012 Commercial Roofing Contractor of the Year: John A Dalsin & Son

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




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The Benefits of Commercial Roof Restoration

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




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Cornerstone Building Brands to Purchase Mueller Supply Company

Cornerstone Building Brands announced plans to acquire Mueller Supply Company, expanding its reach in the residential metal roofing market and adding 38 retail branches and five manufacturing sites across the Southwest.




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Bat Colony Takes Residence in Family’s Roof, Likely Requiring Complete Tear-Off to Evict

A family in Saskatchewan, Canada, faces an ongoing nightmare as bats have taken over their home; efforts to remove them are complicated by environmental protection laws, exposing the homeowners to health risks from bat bites and potential disease from guano.  




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ASCE Joins White House Summit on Building Climate-Resilient Communities

The White House Climate Policy Office hosted a summit unveiling its National Climate Resilience Framework, emphasizing collaboration among government, industry, and engineering communities to address severe weather challenges and improve infrastructure resilience. 




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New Service Provides Company-Specific Compliance Updates from Regulatory Experts

J.J. Keller & Associates, Inc. introduces the 'Live Regulatory Update Service,' offering customized virtual presentations by subject matter experts in areas including FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, EPA, and more.




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New Labor Dept. Rule Updates Hazard Communication Standard

The Labor Department announced OSHA's updated Hazard Communication Standard to align with the Globally Harmonized System, improving hazard classification and labeling for better safety.




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Cheer on the Next Generation of Construction Leaders During 2021-22 Student Competition

Five finalist teams will compete for bragging rights, scholarships and more during the 2021-22 Construction Management
Student Competition.




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PHOTOS: Community Service Day at IRE 2022

Check out our exclusive photo gallery from Community Service Day 2022 and see if you recognize anyone who was lending a hand.




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PHOTOS: Community Service Day at IRE 2023

Check out our exclusive photo gallery from Community Service Day 2023 and see if you recognize anyone who was lending a hand.




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PHOTOS: Community Service Day at IRE 2024

Volunteers teamed up with Rebuilding Together of Southern Nevada to help residents in Henderson, Nev. during the IRE's annual Community Service Day.




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Peeking at the Future of Roofing During 10th Annual Student Competition

Some new schools will compete for this year’s top two spots, cash prizes and bragging rights at the 10th Annual Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition.




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NWiR Days 2024: Welcoming Allies with Open Arms

Hundreds of attendees empowered themselves at NWiR’s annual event, highlighting the role of allies and advocates in supporting women in the roofing industry.




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IRE Community Service: Giving Back, Rain or Shine

Roofing industry volunteers assist Vegas locals in need during IRE Community Service Day, despite unseasonable weather.




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In Unusual Twist, Roofers Leary of Lowering Workers' Comp Rates

The Florida Roofing Contractors Association urged state regulators to freeze workers' comp rates, citing post-hurricane labor shortages and risks from inexperienced workers despite proposed cuts.




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10 Teams Vie for Spot at Roofing Alliance’s 11th Annual Student Competition

The Roofing Alliance announced the 10 university teams that will vie for one of the spots to compete in the 11th annual Roofing Alliance Construction Management Student Competition at IRE 2025 next February in Texas.




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MRCA Reveals 2024 Winners of Safety, Innovation and Community Awards

The MRCA honored companies and individuals for safety, innovation, and community impact at its 2024 Conference, including Independent Roofing's philanthropy and GAF's Roofing Academy.




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'Roof,’ the Comedy?

A struggling roofer and a self-absorbed real estate agent clash in a one-man show titled "Roof," which forces the latter to confront his narcissism and mental health issues.




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Speech Technology and the Expat Community

Translation apps can help retirees adjust to new surroundings.




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Solving Voice AI Latency Could Herald an Entirely New Human-Computer Interaction

Ultra-low latency voice AI technology, which can generate speech in just 25 milliseconds, could transform human-machine interaction across industries while potentially reducing screen time and making digital interactions more natural.




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Speakly AI Achieves SOC 2 Compliance

Speakly AI's conversational intelligence solutions have been certified for data security.




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Kia Adds Voice Commands

Kia's latest telematics update includes new voice commands.




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Bodas, bautizos y comuniones 'on the beach'

MARTA M.- A finales de junio comenté en este mismo espacio el lamentable hábito de las barbacoas en la playa durante todo el verano. Hoy quiero abundar en el tema porque se están profesionalizando: ya vienen con generador eléctrico. Sí señores, se acabó pagar el restaurante o pasarte el día limpiando y recogiendo los restos del cumpleaños del niño/a. Ahora se lleva ussted el bufet y los invitados a la playa (o a un parque) y ya lo tiene
todo servido.




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Médicos que recomiendan ir a la privada

Mi médico de la Seguridad Social me recomendó acudir a una clínica privada en lugar de seguir los cauces habituales para beneficiarme de los servicios que ofrece la sanidad pública.




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Desde El Joker a La Máscara en triciclo... la hamburguesería más 'grillada' de Málaga que convierte cada comida en un espectáculo teatral único

Abrieron el local hace cuatro años y se hicieron virales al incluir el sueldo de los camareros en la carta Leer




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El pueblo más barato de Málaga para comprar un chalé por menos de 60.000 euros

El municipio, situado en el interior de la provincia, tiene un precio medio por metro cuadrado de 493 euros Leer




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Vivir en la periferia: Galicia será la comunidad autónoma más afectada por los peajes

Circular por autovía podrá costar entre uno y siete euros de implantarse el sistema de tarificación que baraja el Gobierno Leer





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Skoda Elroq: un coche a baterías competente y a buen precio

Se trata de un SUV de 4,49 metros de largo, que ya está a la venta en su versión básica. Con 170 CV y 370 km de autonomía, cuesta 34.490 euros sin descuentos ni ayudas a la compra. Leer




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Renault España traslada la sede social de su división comercial de Valladolid a Madrid

Físicamente, la central comercial de Renault siempre ha estado en la región, que ahora también se beneficiará (vía impuestos) de su facturación: 2.700 millones en 2023 Leer