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Roofing Industry News
Political shifts and changes from Washington D.C. to jobsites around the country
By Emma Peterson. Trent Cotney shares insights on how the 2025 political landscape is affecting the roofing industry. In a new Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth caught up with Trent Cotney to talk about how contractors and businesses are being impacted as the 2025 political landscape continues to evolve. If ...
Silverthorne Fire Station set to open with comprehensive snow retention system for metal roof
Snow retention system to safely manage the region’s heavy snowfall and protect both people and property. When Summit Fire & EMS in Summit County, Colorado holds the grand opening of Station 10 in Silverthorne on June 4, there likely won’t be snow on the ground. However, the roof on the new ...
NRCA encourages roofing professionals to complete latest Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing
For more than two years, the survey has taken the pulse of the reroofing industry and continues to serve as a regular barometer of the industry’s business conditions. The National Roofing Contractors Association encourages roofing professionals to join industry trade associations representing contractors, consultants and manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada ...
Rising Stars Program hosts first-ever town hall to mark program growth
Backed by 15+ sponsors, Rising Stars trains young adults and supports diverse businesses to build a stronger construction workforce. The Rising Stars Program, a nonprofit that aims to close the skilled labor gap by connecting young adults with career pathways within the construction industry, proudly hosted its inaugural Town Hall in ...
An intersection of opportunity and uncertainty
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. As we enter the second quarter of 2025, learn about the core factors influencing the U.S. roofing industry. In general, there is a lot of anxiety and concern in the U.S. construction industries as we enter Q2 of 2025. With labor uncertainties, mounting broad-based tariff pressure ...
Arup partners with USGBC-CA to launch California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide
This guide provides practical steps to help homeowners, designers, contractors, and community leaders rebuild wildfire-affected neighborhoods with resilience, sustainability, and safety at the forefront. Co-authored by Arup and the U.S. Green Building Council California, the new California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide offers practical and sustainable solutions to help wildfire-affected communities rebuild with ...
RAFTRx acquires Kingdom Krafters, strengthens industry leadership
RAFTR Roofing + Exteriors expands portfolio with acquisition of Missouri-based brand. RAFTR Roofing + Exteriors (RAFTRx), a top-rated roofing and outdoor exterior solutions provider that specializes in the insurance-claim sector, announces today its acquisition of Kingdom Krafters. With its first presence in Missouri, RAFTRx continues its methodical growth of highly reputable, ...
MBMA launches new website, MBMA.com
New website design makes navigation a breeze — metal building and design materials and resources are easier to access now than ever. The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has redesigned its website, MBMA.com and it is now live. The new design is easier to navigate, makes finding association resources simpler and ...
Amrize to deliver next phase of value creation as standalone company
Amrize presents its business, growth strategy, capital allocation priorities and mid-term financial targets. 100% focus on the North American market Unparalleled footprint and resources with over 1,000 sites and facilities Growth focused capital structure and allocation strategy Driving shareholder value with strong mid-term financial targets On track for U.S. listing by end ...
Record-breaking International Roofing Expo returns to San Antonio elevating industry standards
Themes focused on technology across tools and materials, creating safer work environments, preparing for weatherproof building as well as new developments in energy efficient and recycled resources. The International Roofing Expo (IRE), North America's largest roofing and exteriors event, convened over 600 exhibitors from over 15 countries, and nearly 16,000 industry ...
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