nc RAFTR Roofing Collaborates with Westhill for Streamlining Insurance Claims By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0400 RAFTR Roofing + Exteriors has partnered with Westhill to streamline homeowners' roofing insurance claims by offering a digital platform to connect contractors and track work, simplifying the process. Full Article
nc SquareDash and iink Payments Announce Partnership By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Fintech firm SquareDash has partnered with iink Payments to streamline insurance claim payments so that contractors can receive funds within 24-48 hours through digital check endorsements and cash flow acceleration. Full Article
nc How BIM is Revolutionizing Roof Construction and Maintenance By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400 Daniel Drohan of Microsol Resources says Building Information Modeling, or BIM technology, is revolutionizing construction by improving design accuracy, streamlining roof maintenance, reducing costs by up to 52%, and driving industry-wide efficiency. Full Article
nc Project Profile: IMPs from Metl-Span Deliver Energy, Worker Efficiency By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 26 May 2022 09:00:00 -0400 Insulated metal panels proved to be the solution for an Ontario company looking to create temperature-controlled facilities for its workers. Full Article
nc Advanced Green Technologies Complete Miami-Dade's First Large-Scale Solar Array By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 26 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
nc Snyder Roofing Announces Change of Principals By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 06 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0400 Snyder, a roofing and waterproofing company based in Tigard, Ore., has transitioned ownership to CEO Josh Mullen in a succession plan ensuring its future in the Pacific Northwest. Full Article
nc MRCA Seeks Nominees for Naphis Mitchell Reyes Excellence in Safety Award By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Help honor a safety professional in the roofing industry by nominating them for the MRCA's 2024 Naphis Mitchell Reyes Excellence in Safety Award. Full Article
nc Teen Roofer Fatally Electrocuted on the Job, Federal Probe Launched By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400 A 16-year-old tragically died after an aerial boom bucket he was in brushed a high-voltage line while working on a roof in Great Bend, Kan. The incident raises serious questions about child labor law enforcement and safety. Full Article
nc Feds Launch Severe Workplace Injury Report Dashboard By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0400 A new digital tool for roofing contractors allows users to search and download data by year, industry, state, and more. Full Article
nc ARMA Announces Annual Accident Prevention Contest Winners By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 23 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400 The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association announced its annual Accident Prevention Contest winners, recognizing more than 60 asphalt roofing manufacturing facilities throughout North America for their workplace safety records, particularly their low incident rates among workers. Full Article
nc Roofing Supply Pro Announces Inaugural Editorial Advisory Board Members By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 28 Jun 2023 17:07:08 -0400 With the launch of Roofing Supply Pro in March 2023 during the International Roofing Expo in Dallas, our mission is helped along by six of the industry's leading experts in their respective fields. Discover who helps shape our coverage. Full Article
nc Power Home Remodeling Announces Subsidized Child Care for Employees By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0400 Power Home Remodeling, a national full-service exterior home remodeler, is expanding its benefits offerings to subsidize childcare for employees and their families; the benefit will offset the cost of child care by 40%, providing employees up to $5,000 annually for child care costs. Full Article
nc Construction Materials Prices Remained Unchanged in August By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 19 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400 The August producer price index report showed stable construction materials prices, with slight declines in wood and steel products, while power wire and cable prices surged, but overall, construction materials prices have been relatively steady in 2023. Full Article
nc Roofing Industry Q&A: Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0400 The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) anticipates changes in policy and products in the near future. Is the roofing industry ready? Full Article
nc The Beauty of Second Chances By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Sep 2023 16:10:30 -0400 RC Publisher Jill Bloom reflects on the impact NRCA CEO Reid Ribble has had on unifying the roofing industry. Full Article
nc Roofing and Perseverance in 2024 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:10:30 -0500 RC Publisher Jill Bloom talks about finding life's 'happy balance' between home and work life as the roofing industry closes a busy year and looks forward to 2024. Full Article
nc RC Launches ¡Techos y Más! By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0400 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! Full Article
nc Atlas Roofing Relaunches StormMaster Shake Shingles at IRE 2024 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0500 Atlas Roofing’s latest innovation offers a Class4 impact rating, giving customers in hail markets access to possible insurance discounts. Full Article
nc U-F Gators Chomp for 'Pole Position' at 2024 Roofing Alliance Student Competition By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Feb 2024 10:52:05 -0500 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. Full Article
nc International Roofing Expo Announces 2024 Innovative Product Showcase Winners By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0500 The International Roofing Expo revealed the winners of its inaugural Innovative Product Showcase, honoring cutting-edge solutions in roofing and exteriors in two categories: People’s Choice and Experts’ Choice. Full Article
nc CertainTeed Partners with Susan G. Komen to Battle Breast Cancer By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0400 CertainTeed will donate a percentage of its sales from each of its co-branded GlasRoc Sheathing boards to the Susan G. Komen organization from October 2024 to October 2025. Full Article
nc Meijer Announces Open Call for New Construction Contractors and Suppliers By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 10:49:41 -0500 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. Full Article
nc View the Roofing Companies That Made the 2023 Inc. 5000 List By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 05 Sep 2023 12:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
nc Tecta America Commercial Roofing Announces Promotion of Kevin Palmer to President By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0500 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. Full Article
nc Skyline Roofing Partners Announces Inaugural Partnership with Elo Roofing By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 06 May 2024 10:32:09 -0400 This acquisition marks the inaugural partnership for Skyline Roofing Partners, an Imperial Capital portfolio company. Full Article
nc VIDEO: Insurance Supplements Drive New Roofing Revenue By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 21 May 2024 15:30:12 -0400 A team of project analysts breaks down how they developed insurance supplements into a new and significant revenue stream for Built Strong Exteriors. Full Article
nc Announcing the Top 10 Roofing Contractors of 2024 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Two billion-dollar roofing companies again occupy the very top of RC’s 2024 Top 100, but the list is not static — this year, six of the top 10 companies moved positions or were bumped off from the previous year. Discover which companies 'made the cut' in 2024. Full Article
nc Roofing Contractor Kicks-off the 15th Best of Success Conference from Miami By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 16 Sep 2019 09:10:00 -0400 Hundreds of roofing contractors and roofing industry professionals bring their best to south Florida. Full Article
nc UPDATED: Roofing Technology Think Tank Announces 2020 Innovator of the Year By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Dec 2020 11:24:00 -0500 The award recognizes a roofing contractor who contributes to the advancement of the roofing industry. Full Article
nc Best of Success Conference Returns to The Star in Dallas By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Jun 2021 16:12:00 -0400 Roofing Contractor’s signature annual event designed to help roofer’s improve their business is back with a dynamic slate of presenters Sept. 19-21. Full Article
nc 3 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Health Insurance Renewal By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400 Entering the fourth quarter, businesses seeking cost-effective health plans for 2024 should consider these three tips. Full Article
nc The Right Rebate Strategy Can Seal Financial Leaks in the Roofing Industry By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 10 Jun 2024 07:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
nc METALCON Announces Joe Theismann to be a 2024 Keynote Speaker By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2024 07:00:00 -0400 METALCON announced the two keynote speakers for its 2024 annual conference and trade show in Atlanta from Oct 30 to Nov 1: former NFL quarterback Joe Theismann and economist Dr. Anirban Basu. Full Article
nc MCA Announces 2024 Design Awards Winners By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 09 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400 The Metal Construction Association announced its 2024 MCA Design Awards winners in 10 categories; winning projects will be displayed during METALCON 2024, Oct. 30-Nov. 1 in Atlanta. Full Article
nc S-5! and NWiR Announce New Empowerment Scholarship Program By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Sep 2024 08:00:00 -0400 S-5! and National Women in Roofing have collaborated to launch a scholarship program supporting women pursuing careers in the skilled trades by offering financial aid, mentorship, and educational resources. Full Article
nc S-5! Supporting Battle Against Breast Cancer with Donation, Fundraiser By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 In addition to a $5,000 donation to advance breast cancer care, S-5! is holding a fundraising campaign to benefit two organizations: the Woody and Millie Ingram Guest House and the Careity Foundation. Full Article
nc Replacing Concrete Tile with Standing Seam Metal Roof By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 Absolute Construction in Plano, Texas helps a customer seeking a replacement for their concrete tile roof select a far more durable roof, giving them a metal makeover. Full Article
nc VIDEO: RC Editor’s Choice Spotlight: ICP Group’s Advanced Polyset RTA-1 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 02 Jul 2020 14:11:00 -0400 In this edition of RC's Editor's Choice Spotlight, we speak with Adrian Robledo, ICP Group’s director of sales for steep slope roofing products, to learn more about Advanced Polyset RTA-1. Full Article
nc Editor's Choice: The Roofing Industry Puts a Premium on Increased Productivity and Efficiency with Ingenuity By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 Our 2022 Editor’s Choice examines the latest products and innovations that can help roofing contractors succeed amidst workforce and material shortages. Full Article
nc Bat Colony Takes Residence in Family’s Roof, Likely Requiring Complete Tear-Off to Evict By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
nc New ASTM Standard Tests the Performance of Synthetic Underlayments By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0400 Roofing contractors will want to keep an eye out for synthetic underlayments meeting the ASTM’s new standard in the coming months. Full Article
nc New Service Provides Company-Specific Compliance Updates from Regulatory Experts By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Nov 2023 11:32:33 -0500 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. Full Article
nc An Examination of Concrete Roofing Tile’s Wind Resistance Capabilities By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 Many factors go into determining a roof's wind resistance, from speed and direction to the design and materials used. Westlake Royal Roofing Products takes a closer look at the way concrete roof tiles are a superior choice for wind resistance. Full Article
nc Big & Rich, Mental Health Fundraising Headline SRS Foundation Concert in New Orleans By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jan 2022 14:40:00 -0500 SRS welcomes several special guests and a trio of country music bands, including the legendary duo Big & Rich, on stage at the Sugar Mill during the 2022 IRE. Full Article
nc IRE 2022 Keynote: NRCA CEO Reid Ribble Shares 40 Years of Roofing Experience By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0500 As NRCA CEO Reid Ribble approaches retirement later this year, he expects the keynote address he'll deliver to kick-off the 2022 IRE to feel different. Full Article
nc PHOTOS: NWIR Day 2022 Inspires Diversity, Inclusion in the Roofing Industry By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 31 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0500 With more women entering the construction industry, this year's NWiR Day featured a number of breakout sessions emphasizing diversity and inclusion. Full Article
nc 10 Teams Vie for Spot at Roofing Alliance’s 11th Annual Student Competition By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 16 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400 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. Full Article
nc STACK Construction Technologies Joins Forces with ABC’s Tech Alliance By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400 The new partnership aims to provide ABC contractor members with the tools and insights to improve project outcomes and maximize profitability. Full Article
nc NRCA Launches Spanish Version of Membership Site By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 The NRCA launched a new Spanish-only membership category, offering Spanish-speaking roofing professionals educational resources, certifications, and business tools tailored to their needs. Full Article
nc Exterior Contractors Meet for 26th Annual FEI Group National Conference By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400 The 26th Annual FEI Group National Conference, themed "Organizational Health," brought industry leaders together for networking, expert presentations, and discussions on market trends, sustainability and leadership. Full Article