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JobNimbus Announces Upcoming Release of Innovative New App

A Beta version of JobNimbus' new app will be available to see at the 2021 International Roofing Expo.




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Owens Corning Introduces PINK Next Gen FIBERGLAS

Owens Corning's Pink Next Gen Fiberglas Insulation combines trusted thermal and acoustic performance with easier installation and superior sustainability.




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GAF Showcases Innovations for Commercial, Residential Contractors at International Roofing Expo




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JobNimbus Set to Showcase Enhanced Feature Functionality at the 2022 International Roofing Expo

Using the improved features, JobNimbus customers will see increased mobility for faster bids, scheduling, and payments.




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ABC Supply to Celebrate 40th Anniversary and Showcase Enhancements to myABCsupply at 2022 International Roofing Expo in New Orleans

The 2022 IRE kicks off ABC Supply’s 40th anniversary celebration happening throughout 2022.




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Speaking As One

RC Publisher Jill Bloom reflects on the impact NRCA CEO Reid Ribble has had on unifying the roofing industry.




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RC Podcast: The Roots of Kelly Roofing - Part 1

2019 Residential Roofing Contractor of the Year Ken Kelly talks openly about his roofing career's roots and the key steps he took to become a top-performing contractor.




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RC Podcast: Winds of Change: The Roots of Kelly Roofing Part 2

The 2019 Residential Contractor of the Year shares how his company converted from a retail roofing outfit in a storm market, to a full-service storm response company in the wake of Hurricane Irma.




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Increasing Manager and Supervisor Pay

If the Biden administration’s plans to raise the overtime salary threshold this month come to pass, it could lead to struggles for most businesses.




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VIDEO: OSHA Guidance on Increased Fines, Civil Penalties

Legal expert Trent Contey weighs in on OSHA's "high-gravity" enforcement, saying he suspects contractors should expect to face more cumulative citations in the future.




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Passing an OSHA Inspection in 2023

Within days of taking office, the Biden administration directed OSHA to double the number of compliance safety and health officers and increase safety audits across the country. Roofers should expect unannounced OSHA audits to increase in the coming months. 




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TRUFAST Introduces ‘Thermal-Grip TubeSeal’ Fastener

TRUFAST expanded its TubeSeal self-sealing fasteners with the Thermal-Grip TubeSeal, designed for insulation attachment over air barriers or WRBs; available in various lengths and pre-assembled options for all climates.




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Castagra Launches Ecodur1 Cool Roof Coating

Castagra's fiber-reinforced premium cool roof coating is designed to reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat than standard roofing materials.




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IKO Unveils Newly Revamped Roof-Fast Cap and Base

IKO announced the revamped Roof-Fast Cap and Base for the U.S. and Canada, redesigned with customer feedback to enhance product quality, reduce packaging waste, and include multilingual instructions for easier use. 




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Carlisle Introduces Bio-Based Polyiso Eco Rigid Foam Insulation

The new rigid foam insulation from Carlisle Construction Materials comprises 5% bio-circular content derived from renewable raw materials, which contributes to reducing reliance on fossil resources.




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MFM Building Products’ Underlayment Earns UL Class A Fire Rating

MFM Building Products' Ultra HT Wind & Water Seal underlayment recently earned a UL Class A Fire Rating, enhancing its reputation as a top choice for steep-slope roofing projects.




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METALCON Helps Las Vegas-Area Veterans

For its annual giving back initiative, METALCON has partnered with the Semper Fi & America’s Fund to help veterans in all branches of the military in the Las Vegas area. 




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METALCON Gives Back by Helping Las Vegas Area Veterans

For its annual giving back initiative, METALCON has partnered with the Semper Fi & America’s Fund to help veterans in all branches of the military in the Las Vegas area. 




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National Hispanic Contractors Association Announces Partnership with International Roofing Expo

The partnership is a significant step forward in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the roofing industry while providing resources to Hispanic roofing professionals.




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VIDEO: The National Roofing Contractors Association addresses the impact Latino contractors have on the industry.

The National Roofing Contractor Association’s (NRCA) Hispanic Outreach Task Force is making a big push to empower Latino roofing contractors and to tap into the trillions of dollars they represent in the U.S. economy




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2024 International Roofing Expo Returns with New Dates to Las Vegas

The 2024 IRE is expected to cover more than 180,000 square feet of exhibit space, hosting over 600 companies, and features eight educational tracks covering 45 topics across over 100 sessions.




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VIDEO: Mitigating Risk as a Roofing Contractor

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney provides simple steps roofing contractors can take when it comes to protecting their company.




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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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VIDEO: Win the Storm 2024 Has a New Direction

The 2024 Win the Storm event March 14-16 in Dallas heads in a new direction under the leadership including Josey Parks. Here’s an exclusive preview




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GAF Energy Completes Timberline Solar Manufacturing Facility in Georgetown, Texas

The new manufacturing facility, GAF Energy's second, will increase its capacity by 500% and bring total production of its solar shingle to 300 megawatts annually.




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Study Shows Cool Roofs Can Help Increase Power Yields in PV Solar Panels

A Spanish-Algerian study shows how applying cool roof coatings can increase the amount of power generated by certain rooftop solar panels.




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Owens Corning Partners with Ripple Glass to Expand Glass Recycling in Georgia

The Owens Corning/Ripple Glass campaign highlights how recycled glass in the production of new fiberglass insulation offsets the need for virgin, mined material such as sand.




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Sustainable Roofing: Helping Roofs Breathe Easier

Husband and wife duo Robby and Jaycee Wilkerson, co-principals of Sustainable Roofing, emphasize ventilation expertise and sustainability in their eco-friendly and customer-centric approach to roofing contracting.




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GAF Opens New Texas Timberline Solar Facility

Community and company leaders held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at GAF Energy's new 450,000-square-foot Timberline Solar manufacturing facility in Georgetown, Texas.




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Mycocycle Raises $3.6 Million to Transform Waste into Sustainable Raw Materials with Fungi

Mycocycle, the biotechnology company using fungi to transform construction debris into reusable materials, received a new round of funding that will help it further scale its waste-to-value chain.




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2024 Storm Season Starts with Intense Storms, Tornado Outbreaks

The 2024 storm season has seen a surge in severe weather events, with tornadoes and hailstorms wreaking havoc across multiple states, highlighting the growing intensity of supercell storms and their devastating impacts.




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Castagra Products Accepting Applications for 2024 Roofing Scholarship Program

Students pursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs in roofing or a similar field are encouraged to apply for the annual scholarship program.




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Rash of Robberies Across the Nation Plaguing Roofing Companies

Roofing materials continue to be a target for thieves, and a recent rash of robberies are hurting productivity and the bottom line for contractors and suppliers alike.




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WorkWave Appoints Greg Doran as CFO

WorkWave has appointed Greg Doran as its new CFO, leveraging his 25+ years of SaaS and finance experience to drive growth and expand the company's innovative solutions and partnerships.




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Free Roofing Resource DORA Updates Language for Ease of Use

With the changes, DORA underscores its role as a critical resource for accessing complete roofing systems tested in accordance with Chapter 15 of the International Building Code.




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Associated Builders and Contractors Releases AI Construction Technology Report

The Associated Builders and Contractors' fourth annual Construction Technology Report explores AI's impact on the construction industry; insights include a case study and resource guide to improve safety, quality, and profitability.





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SquareDash and iink Payments Announce Partnership

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.




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Project Profile: Contractor Selects Polyglass Underlayment During Cypress Cove Metal Roof Project

The Cypress Cove project involved installing a snap lock metal roofing system across a series of complex roofing structures — more than 500,000 square feet of surface in total.




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Project Profile: Old-Fashioned Style and a Cost-Saving Twist

A Florida-based contractor took a different approach to reroofing ABCO Products’ facilities that not only saved on installation time, but thousands in project costs.




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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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Restoring a Coastal Gem

A proactive approach, attention to detail, and constant learning add up to a super-smooth silicone roofing job on the Connecticut coast.




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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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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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Washington State Deals Out Whopping $1.2M In Fines To Contractors

Four roofing companies, including a serial offender that owes more than $4 million in fines, have received a combined total of $1.27 million in penalties from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.




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Crews Locate Body of Missing Man After Devastating Roof Collapse

A devastating microburst hit West Phoenix last Wednesday evening with 77 mph winds, causing a warehouse roof collapse that trapped and killed a 22-year-old worker; it took rescuers three days to locate the body using K-9s, drones, and heavy equipment. 




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Feds Launch Severe Workplace Injury Report Dashboard

A new digital tool for roofing contractors allows users to search and download data by year, industry, state, and more.




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Holcim Expands Its Latin American Footprint with PASA Acquisition

Holcim announced on May 3 it had acquired Mexico’s PASA, a regional roofing and building supply manufacturer, gaining a significant footprint in Mexico and Central America.




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Seattle Start-Up Challenges Case-Shiller Index ‘Supremacy’

Seattle-based real estate AI tech firm, Quantarium, is challenging the standard two-month lag used by the Case-Shiller Index to determine changes in home prices with its TerraIndex HPI; the company says its index provides real-time estimates made available on the second Wednesday of the following month.




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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.