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Roofing Contractor publisher Jill Bloom addresses the audience at Best of Success

Best of Success Continues Streak of Elevating the Roofing Industry

Annual conference features top-notch speakers and recognizes roofing’s elite players

January 6, 2025

Best of Success celebrated 20 years with one of its best shows yet, featuring speakers from around the country sharing ways to elevate the roofing industry.

A session at the 2024 Best of Success conference

Workforce

Roofing Contractor Magazine, Supporting Our Industry's Success

Bringing you all the news and information you need for a successful 2025

Jill Bloom

January 3, 2025

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Publisher Jill Bloom discusses Roofing Contractor's continuing drive to propel the roofing industry forward in 2025 through expanded eNews offerings, education, and industry insights; Best of Success heads to Arlington, Texas, Dec. 3-5.

10 Keys to Selling Your Roofing Company in 2025

Whether it’s through private equity or management buyout, these 10 tips will make your business shine with buyers

Kevin Kennedy

December 30, 2024

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Whether it's through private equity or management buyout, these 10 tips will make your business shine with buyers.

Roofing Safety

Roofing Remains a Top 3 Deadliest Occupation in the U.S.

Falls, slips and trips caused the majority of fatalities in roofing

Chris Gray

December 23, 2024

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The number of workplace fatalities in roofing increased in 2023, with the majority of incidents caused by a fall, slip or trip, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Two customers discussing roofing options with a sales representative

How to Make Your Customers the Heart of Your Roofing Business Strategy

Build trust, better customer service and referrals with these tips from Stronghouse Solutions

Anne Marshall

December 16, 2024

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Stronghouse Solutions CMO Anne Marshall shares how to build better trust and service with your roofing customers to turn them into referral machines.

Crisis Management: Steve Slepcivic helps you prepare

Storm Safety

VIDEO: Top Preparation Tips for Extreme Weather Conditions

Steve Slepcevic discusses the best means of preparing for extreme weather conditions on how to get things in order

Roofing Contractor Staff

December 11, 2024

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In this video, RC Publisher Jill Bloom speaks with Steve Slepcevic, CEO of Strategic Response Partners, on extreme weather conditions.

Regulatory News

Additional 64K H-2B Visas Made Available for FY 2025

Roofing contractors can supplement their workforce through H-2B workers

Bryan Gottlieb

November 26, 2024

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American businesses in industries such as roofing can take advantage of extra H-2B visas to hire seasonal and other temporary workers in 2025.

Ken Kelly (center) with his wife, Jennifer, in Japan at a roofing company

International Roofing

What the U.S. Can Learn from Roofing in Japan

A trip to the Land of the Rising Sun reveals fascinating business practices and beliefs that could help improve roofing companies in America

Ken Kelly

November 15, 2024

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Roofing veteran Ken Kelly shares important insights from his visit to Japan to see what we can learn from their efficient production and installation practices.

Two men from Ironclad Construction holding a large check for $3,500 to Warriors Never Give Up, a nonprofit offering hunting and fishing outings for veterans

Giving Back, Giving Thanks

Roofing Contractors Spread Joy in Stressful 2024

Roofing contractors and their partners are spreading joy to their communities in an otherwise stressful year

Chris Gray

November 11, 2024

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In a year where an election and international conflict are causing extra stress, roofing companies are finding ways to give back and help others in their communities.