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

Beacon announced the acquisition of Extreme Metal Fabricators and Integrity Metals, expanding its metal roofing offerings in Florida and enhancing service for contractors along the state's Atlantic coast.  

Schulte Roofing ran up the victories at the Best of Brazos Valley Awards, securing titles in Best Metal, Solar, and General Roofing, marking its 15th BOBV victory.  

METALCON introduces "The Design District" in Atlanta from Oct. 30-Nov. 1, offering design professionals the chance to explore metal applications, earn credits, and network with industry leaders.

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.

Explore the optimal uses for steel and aluminum in roofing and their respective benefits to help guide material specifiers.

RC takes a closer look at the products and innovations the roofing industry has to offer in 2018.

Just by taking a walk around the IRE 2019 show floor in Nashville, it was clear that high-tech tools are changing the roofing industry.

Manufacturers, suppliers and other industry stakeholders are updating their own business practices while learning to navigate through and beyond these unparalleled times.

Some of the best innovations in the roofing industry have come from contractors themselves. Case in point: SumoQuote, which gives contractors the ability to easily create sleek, customized quotes.

Learn more about how Carlisle’s WIP GRIP from Phil Long, Northeast Regional Manager for Carlisle’s WIP Products Division, and how it can keep workers safe on the job.

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.

RC highlights Duro-Last and how the company's innovative Roof Pavers are not just functional, but aesthetically pleasing and eco-friendly.

RC Editor Art Aisner chats with Amos Kauffman, vice president sales and marketing of Equipter, about the company's industry-changing machines.

Texas-based AVCO Roofing's Catch-All is an innovative way to help crews stay efficient on the jobsite while meeting the demands of homeowners to keep their property clean.

Take a look at the latest entries in the marketplace that will play an important role in the roofing industry going forward with our Editor’s Choice.

In early 2021, OMG introduced the latest innovation, RhinoBond with OptiWeld, with an eye on curbing the industry’s workforce problem with a unique tool that makes contractors more efficient on the rooftop.

Learn about TAMKO’s new laminated asphalt shingles that are designed for easier installation and higher performance in extreme weather conditions.

Our 2022 Editor’s Choice examines the latest products and innovations that can help roofing contractors succeed amidst workforce and material shortages.

The Roofing Industry Takes the Next Step on Solar, Resiliency and Jobsite Efficiency

Some roofs are so iconic their mere description gives their identity away. Or does it? Take our quiz to test your knowledge (and our writing skills).

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.  

Roofing contractors will want to keep an eye out for synthetic underlayments meeting the ASTM’s new standard in the coming months.

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.

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.

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.

Masks mandates, proof of vaccination or negative tests are some of the COVID-19 policies put in place for the 2022 IRE in New Orleans Feb. 1-3.

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

Attendees will hear first-hand from the legal, consulting, manufacturer, and commercial contractor points of view on how they’re finding pathways to success.

NAIL CATCH downspout filters help protect homeowners from nails and debris. 

If done well, the hiring process is the linchpin separating good and great companies. Learn more on how to be great during the 2023 International Roofing Expo.

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

2023 International Roofing Expo keynote speaker Chris Czarnik offers a sober outlook on future difficulties facing the roofing industry's search for qualified workers and what steps contractors should take to ensure their talent pool remains full.

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

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

GAF volunteers recently helped provide tens of thousands of meals to people in communities affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. 

CertainTeed and Renovate Robotics have partnered to pilot a roofing robot that automates asphalt shingle installation, aiming to enhance safety and efficiency.

This year’s event saw the largest turnout since it started in 2018, and had the support of over 20 different vendors, partners and sponsors, along with the entire BluSky executive team in attendance.

In September, U.S. construction spending rose by 0.1% to $2.14T, with private residential projects driving a slight increase; public-sector construction grew by 0.5%, totaling $495.2B.

Roofing Services Solutions, a Dunes Point Capital portfolio company, has acquired Earl W. Johnston Roofing, expanding its Florida presence to 10 locations and 200 employees.

Industry experts and trade groups, such as the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association, are urging Florida regulators to allow roofing contractors to install hurricane straps during reroofing.

Will Twitter’s redesign attract new users or has that bird already flown?

Read more: Twitter gets a facelift: Mobile redesign is tweet chic

A new front has opened in the war for eyeballs on the mobile screen.

Read more: Google takes on Facebook with new algorithmic news feed

YouTube reveals significant upgrades across desktop and mobile app, including a sleek new logo.

Read more: It feels cinematic: YouTube rolls out a major redesign across mobile and desktop

While Netflix subscribers in Canada are getting the most bang for their buck, Danish viewers are paying through the nose.

Read more: Which countries get the most value for money out of Netflix?

Public-sector entities can improve customer service, delivery of benefits and services, efficiency, transparency, and more.

Rise in voice banking requires a rise in voice-based support, verification, and AI.

Interoperability's been the biggest challenge, but standards are emerging.

Our roundup of the speech innovation taking place in eight important industry verticals.

Data-driven guidance provides a better agent and customer experience.