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Coatings Q&A with Bitec

Roofing Contractor catches up with Joel Shealey, vice president of Operations at Bitec, Inc., about the state of the coatings industry. 




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Coatings Q&A with Polyglass




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'Next-Level' Contractor Job Perk: Mobile IV Hydration

In response to extreme heat this summer, Solid Roofing in Oklahoma provided IV hydration through a mobile service to its crews working in triple-digit weather, highlighting the importance of staying hydrated in such conditions.




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WernerCo Kicks Off Annual 'Ladder Safety Month'

Werner, manufacturer of ladder safety gear and an official sponsor of NCAA’s March Madness, kicked off Ladder Safety Month with nationwide events, webinars, and content to promote ladder safety awareness.




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VIDEO: Harness & Heels in Roofing

This RC Young Gun started an online forum for women in the roofing industry that continues to grow.




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RC's 2024 Young Guns Invest in the Industry's Future

Meet the 2024 Young Guns, a group of roofing contractors and industry professionals under 40 who are leaving their mark and make a difference in various ways.




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It's Showtime in Roofing!

The roofing season may be winding down, but roofers can gear up for a busy and exciting schedule of events in the coming months.




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VIDEO: Roofing Contractor Q&A: One-on-One with Letitia Hanke

The 2020 Residential Contractor of the Year speaks candidly about her start in roofing and how she hopes to inspire the next generation of skilled workers.




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Florida's Best Roofing Joins with Harkness Capital

See what Best Roofing, Roofing Contractor magazine's 2018 'Commercial Roofing Contractor of the Year,' has planned for the future in South Florida now that it has partnered up with a private equity firm. 




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KEEN Utility's Evanston Work Boot is a Tough Worker

Keen Utility introduces the Evanston work boot, blending work boot protection with sneaker comfort; features include KEEN.ReGEN cushioning, carbon-fiber safety toes, and KEEN.DRY waterproofing.




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Ergodyne's Head Protection Expansion Goes Beyond Hard Hat Zones

Ergodyne's expanded head protection caters to workers facing hazards from worker-generated and object-generated impacts, as well as reflective sticker kits for enhanced visibility for those working in hard-hat zones.





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IRE 2024: Roofing's Return to Las Vegas

The International Roofing Expo is back in Las Vegas, and it is gearing up to be the industry's largest event yet.




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IRE Session Preview: How Google's Local Services Ads Could Boost Your Roofing Business

The “Staying on Top: LSA Essentials for Roofing Contractors” seminar will equip roofing contractors with the knowledge and tools needed to leverage Google Local Service Ads for enhanced visibility, lead generation, and cost-effective marketing.




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Saint-Gobain Invests in ION Storage Systems' Earth-friendly Battery Production

NOVA by Saint-Gobain invests in ION Storage Systems to advance innovative battery technologies. ION focuses on solid-state solutions for various applications.




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The "UnContractor": Gunner Redefines Roofing with Transparency and Technology

Gunner is successfully shaking up the residential roofing industry with a concept rarely seen: offering customers the ability to buy their roofs online.




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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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Project Profile: World's Largest 'Passive House' Office Building

The most energy-efficient, large-scale office building ever built in a cold climate is found in Boston, with designers choosing Elevate roofing systems for the job.




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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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Q&A: A Look into "The Contractor's 60 Minute Exit Plan"

Kevin Kennedy and Joe Bazzano's first book, The Contractor's 60 Minute Exit Plan, is a 82-page book offers a guide for roofing contractors to navigate the scary and sometimes treacherous process of exiting their business when the time is right.




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OSHA's Safe + Sound Week Aug. 12-18 2024

See how roofing contractors can get involved in OSHA's 2024 Safe + Sound Week campaign. 




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Remarkable 8-year-old Saves Dad's Life Following Roof Accident

The parents of an 8-year-old Rhode Island boy call him a hero after his quick thinking saved his father, who fell and was injured while working on a roof, by calling 911 and stopping the bleeding.




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A Roofing Contractor's Guide to Managing Heavy Loads on the Jobsite

How roofing contractors can manage weight loads on rooftops effectively, turning potential hazards into a smooth, successful operation. 




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U.S. Housing Market, June ´23; Softwood Lumber Prices, July ´23

Approaching more stability after the volatility of the past couple of years, sales of new single-family homes in the US significantly corrected down in June, at 697,000 units, which is 2.5% lower than May's downwardly revised 715,000, but up almost 24% compared to June 2022. 




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State of the Industry Q&A

Leaders weigh in on the new challenges and innovative solutions that await a roofing industry continuing to evolve as a new year gets underway.




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Roofing Industry Q&A: PIMA President Justin Koscher

PIMA President Justin Koscher discusses how polyiso can play a role in a roofing contractor’s success this year.




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Roofing Industry Q&A: ABC Supply

ABC Supply continues to invest in its people, technology and communities. Learn more in this exclusive Q&A with RC.




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Roofing Industry Q&A: Mule-Hide Products Co.

Mule-Hide Products Co. continues efforts to train and educate roofing contractors while developing innovative products.




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Roofing Industry Q&A: Huntsman Building Solutions

Huntsman Building Solutions offers reasons for roofing contractors to remain optimistic when it comes to spray foam roofing and coatings systems.




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Roofing Industry Q&A: Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA)

The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) anticipates changes in policy and products in the near future. Is the roofing industry ready?




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Roofing Industry Q&A: Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions

Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions has new products and programs to engage with customers this year.




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In Rosalynn Carter's Passing, Habitat for Humanity’s Carter Work Project Carries On

RC's Rick Damato offers first-hand coverage of the annual Habitat for Humanity build honoring Former President and First Lady Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter.  




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Física, El Poder de la Autenticidad y Tú

La frecuencia más potente que los investigadores midieron recientemente saliendo del cuerpo humano fue la autenticidad.




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RC Launches ¡Techos y Más!

RC launches the Techos y Más eNewsletter to inform Spanish-speaking commercial and residential roofing contractors of all the latest news, products and industry trends. Sign up now!




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IRE 2023 Session Preview: 'Selling Your Price' by SRS Distribution's John DeRosa

Escape the price-driven sale with these real-world strategies aimed to help roofing contractors succeed.




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IRE Show Floor Spotlight: Latinos in Roofing Associated, or 'LIRA'; Booth No. 5851

Enhanced experiences for Latino roofing contractors at IRE 2024 in Las Vegas include a spot on the show floor for the industry’s first nonprofit association for Latino roofers. 




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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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TAMKO’s Stormfighter FLEX Wins IRE 'Experts’ Choice' Innovative Product Award

TAMKO announced that StormFighter FLEX, its newest product offering in the Proline shingle series, won the Experts’ Choice Award for roofing products at the International Roofing Expo.




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Construyendo un Legado: Cómo Crear una Marca de Techos Extraordinaria

Una marca significativa genera confianza, construye credibilidad, y en última instancia, impulsa el crecimiento.




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WSRCA Proporcionará Recursos de Techado en Español

La nueva presidenta de WSRCA, Kris Hitesman, dijo que poner a disposición en español el vasto archivo de recursos de la asociación es un objetivo principal en la Expo de Techado del Oeste 2024.




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Contractor Q&A: Brooke Laizure

Catch up with Beacon's 2024 Female Roofing Professional of the Year, Brooke Laizure, and get a glimpse into her pathway to success in roofing, and where she's heading next.




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Pioneering: 2024's Top 150 Roofing Contractors, the "Ones to Watch'

These roofing contractors were just off making Roofing Contractor's 2024 Top 150 list; we suspect we'll see these names in the future, 




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Surging Ahead: 2024's Top 150 Roofing Contractors, the Spotlights

We're highlighting just a few of the outstanding roofing contractors who made the 2024 Top 100 list.




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Exclusive: 2024's Top 150 Roofing Contractors

RC's 2024 Top 100 list, expanded this year to 150, ranks the nation's top roofing contractors based on self-reported revenue, which reflects a healthy economy and robust marketplace.




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Best of Best of Success: Kelly Roofing's Ken Kelly on Improving Operations

Ken Kelly of Kelly Roofing spoke about entrepreneurial operating systems and how contractors can follow this method to stand out from the competition.




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Don't Miss a Minute with BOS 2021's Broadcasting Live Sessions

There's still time to be a part of Best of Success 2021, even if you can't be there in person, with RC's Broadcasting Live.




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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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How Roofing Contractors Can Surpass Revenue Goals & Promote Business Growth

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.




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S-5! Clamps Earn 'Florida Product' Approval

S-5!'s standing seam clamps earned Florida Product Approvals for High Velocity and Hurricane Zone, marking a milestone for the company.




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Beacon Buys Chicago Metal Supply & Fabrication

Beacon completed the acquisition of Chicago Metal Supply, a family-owned firm specializing in customized architectural sheet metal and intricate metalworks to enhance its commercial and residential offerings.




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IBHS' New Hail Data Leads to Better Roofs

The Insurance Institute of Business & Home Safety conducted a study using hail data to improve the resilience of roofing materials; the aim is to help manufacturers design tougher products.