Survey: Material Pricing, Availability Affecting Supplier-Subcontractor Relationships Nearly two-thirds of respondents sought out new suppliers due to materials procurement challenge Chris Gray May 19, 2023 No Comments An annual survey from Billd shows the negative effects material pricing and lead times are having on suppliers and their customers.Read More
Roofing Technology Trends Study: Effectiveness of Exoskeletons in Preventing Roofing Injuries New Zealand study shows potential benefits of roofers wearing exoskeletons for back support Chris Gray May 17, 2023 No Comments A new study out of New Zealand shows the potential health benefits of roofers using an exoskeleton while on the job.Read More
IKO Purchases Land in Florida to Develop $270 Million Plant Chris Gray May 16, 2023 One Comment IKO Industries is investing in three new manufacturing plants in Florida to produce shingles, insulation boards and rolled roofing products.Read More
Winnipeg Roofing Contractors Save Family from House Fire Chris Gray May 9, 2023 No Comments Roofing contractors working late were in the right place at the right time to help a family escape from a dangerous fire.Read More
The Role of Roofing Distribution in FORTIFIED Homes With customers seeking FORTIFIED roofs throughout the nation, now is the time to become a leader in strengthening homes Chris Gray May 9, 2023 No Comments Roofing distributors have an important role to play when helping homeowners protect their biggest investment from severe weather.Read More
Roofing Fatalities Increased by 20% in 2021 Fatal falls in construction industry up by nearly 6% Chris Gray May 8, 2023 No Comments The latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows deaths due to falls increased throughout the roofing and construction industry.Read More
Young Guns 2023 - Part 2 Art Aisner Chris Gray Bryan Gottlieb May 8, 2023 One Comment RC’s latest crop of young roofing professionals inject enthusiasm and optimism about the industry’s future. Read More
Beacon Opens Two New Greenfield Locations Roofing distributor expands footprint in Texas and Mississippi Chris Gray May 4, 2023 One Comment Beacon's footprint continues to grow in both Mississippi and Texas with the opening of two new locations.Read More
North Carolina Roofing Worker Dead After 25-Foot Fall Chris Gray May 1, 2023 2 Comments A roofing worker reportedly fell to his death while working on a North Carolina high school building on April 26.Read More
Pennsylvania Roofing Contractor Charged with 18 Counts of Violating Child Labor Act Chris Gray April 28, 2023 No Comments A Perry County roofing contractor faces multiple charges of violating Pennsylvania's Child Labor Act after employing workers age 15 and under.Read More