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.

Boyne Capital, a Miami-based private equity firm, said an affiliate invested in Premier Building Associates, a top commercial roofing firm in New England and No. 100 on RC's 2024 Top 150 list; this is Boyne's second investment in the roofing sector.

Hundreds of roofing contractors and roofing industry professionals bring their best to south Florida.

Hundreds of roofing contractors from across the United States and beyond traveled to South Florida to be part of RC's 15th annual Best of Success conference.

Former Contractors of the Year share what they learned from 2020’s challenges, and how they’re moving forward.

NRCA CEO Reid Ribble gives a glimpse of what roofing contractors should be concerned about as 2021 approaches.

Cotney Construction Law CEO breaks down what roofing contractors need to know about using subcontractors heading into 2021.

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.

Trent Cotney, CEO of Cotney Attorneys & Consultants, returns to Best of Success to provide expert legal tips and advice.

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

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

It never fails: change is hard. Even when most everything goes well, it is hard. 

Collis Roofing’s aim is to be number one or number two in every roofing market in Central Florida. 

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

When it came time to replace the roof of the Church of Nativity, Episcopal, the building’s board of directors wasn’t the only group who had a say in what material would be chosen — the National Parks Services did too.

METALCON International returned to the Chicago area this year with a new look and a new educational format that offered longer, more in-depth 3-hour sessions. 

 Royal Roofing has earned a reputation for delivering top-quality work on even the toughest projects. 

The United Association of Storm Restoration Contractors formed to ensure quality repair work for communities.

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

The flexibility allowed during the pandemic for reviewing I-9 employment forms is coming to an end. 

Holcim Elevate suggests safety tips for roofing professionals during this hot summer, including starting the workday early, wearing protective gear, staying hydrated, recognizing signs of heat-related illnesses, and taking precautions to safeguard roofing materials.

The National Labor Relations Board Counters Precedent with New Ruling on Classification of Independent Contractors

Federal and state regulators are stepping up jobsite enforcement. Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney says to consider these legal defenses when OSHA comes knocking. 

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.

Gunner Roofing's Andrew Prchal shares how roofing contractors can stand apart from the competition by working with homeowners to help them increase the value of their property.

Sales Guru Chuck Thokey breaks down the process of selecting the perfect sales coach for your roofing business to reach the next level of success.

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

Fabral Metal Wall and Roof Systems introduced Sherwin-Williams WeatherXL, a two-coat silicone-modified polyester coating in 21 colors, offering enhanced durability, weather resistance, and color retention for various metal panels. 

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.

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.  

Learn more about the four outstanding copper roofing projects that earned an North American Copper in Architecture award from the Copper Development Association.

Donna Maloney, a widow from Lenoir City, Tenn., received a new metal roof for free from McGuire Roofing and Construction, based in nearby Knoxville after her original contractor went bankrupt.

METALCON 2024 in Atlanta, from Oct. 30 to Nov. 1, 2024, features networking events, including Women in Metal Construction's "Metal and Mimosas"; speed networking at The Exchange; insightful roundtables; and an International Matchmaking Forum with daily activities.
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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.

Klauer Manufacturing unveiled its 2025 color palette for steel siding, featuring hues from light to dark and noted dark siding, trim, soffit and windows continue trending. 

S-5!, the Colorado-based metal roof attachment solutions manufacturer, will host accredited educational sessions at METALCON in Atlanta, Oct. 30-Nov. 1, covering metal roofing basics, solar racking systems, and sales strategies.

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.

METALCON offers a wide selection of small-group forms during its 2024 show, held Oct. 30-Nov. 1 in Atlanta.

Two suspects have been charged with grand larceny after allegedly stealing metal roofing equipment from an upstate New York business and traveling nearly 680 miles across state borders for a paltry $4,000.

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.

Going strong since 1991, METALCON is continuing the tradition of keeping contractors, distributors and more in the know about all things metal construction and design.

A Colorado-based facility achieves above-average sustainability without compromising design ethos, thanks to S-5! Solar attachment solutions.

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.

FlashCo, the Sonoma County, Calif.-based manufacturer of roof flashing products, unveils a suite of safety-oriented, roof-mounted gear ensuring maximum worker protection and regulatory compliance.

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.  

Western Specialty Contractors of St. Louis recently announced its Peoria, Ill. branch completed a 500,000-square-foot roof expansion for EV manufacturer Rivian.

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.