The August producer price index report showed stable construction materials prices, with slight declines in wood and steel products, while power wire and cable prices surged, but overall, construction materials prices have been relatively steady in 2023.
Louisiana is boosting its 'Fortified' home roof program with $10,000 grants, with first dibs going to those policyholders of Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corp., the state's insurer of last resort.
Cosmic dust, known as micrometeorites, is found all over Earth, offering insights into our planet's formation; your rooftop may be its own archeological habitat.
A Texas homeowner faced resistance from their homeowner association for wanting to install a hurricane-resistant metal roof in a hurricane-prone area, sparking a Reddit post and petition.
In response to extreme heat this summer, Solid Roofing in Oklahoma provided IV hydration through a mobile service to its crews working in triple-digit weather, highlighting the importance of staying hydrated in such conditions.
The history of coatings in roofing has been marked by innovation overcoming challenges, not unlike Inland Coatings; despite market shifts, the company's resilience and adaptability led to its revitalization through acquisitions and strategic leadership courtesy of private equity.
McHenry County, Illinois, is launching a roofing assistance program for low-income residents funded by a HUD grant, offering roof repair or replacement to those earning 80% or less of the area's median income.
A contractor died after falling through the roof of a school district administrative building in Seguin, Texas, during a roof replacement project at a former shopping mall.
Troyer Roofing & Coatings in Jamesport, Mo., faces OSHA penalties after an 18-year-old worker fell to his death while not using fall protection equipment, and the company allowed others to continue working without it; citations include previous fall protection violations.