Articles by Roofing Contractor Staff

The recent market expansions are part of the distributor's Ambition 2025 plan, which has added seven new locations and completed four acquisitions that added 23 branches year-to-date in 2024.

Werner unveiled the ProForm Switchpoint self-rescue system, allowing workers to self-rescue from falls using their ProForm SP harness. 

TRUFAST expanded its TubeSeal self-sealing fasteners with the Thermal-Grip TubeSeal, designed for insulation attachment over air barriers or WRBs; available in various lengths and pre-assembled options for all climates.

All Weather Insulated Panels announced a new leadership team in sales, including naming Scott Bacon as vice president; Joe Paparella and Jacob Nickel join him to support national growth efforts. 

The United States is currently experiencing a busy storm season and roofers need to be prepared for the increased workload while complying with state and city regulations, according to RC’s Legal Insights expert, attorney Trent Cotney.

Westlake Royal Building Products added two new colors to its Cedar Renditions aluminum siding: Burntwood, a unique stained woodgrain, and Blonde Oak, a multi-tonal premium woodgrain. 

The Roofing Alliance, the philanthropic arm of the NRCA, celebrates National Roofing Week from June 2-8 by promoting roof significance and community outreach, urging industry-wide participation.

Students pursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs in roofing or a similar field are encouraged to apply for the annual scholarship program.

An early morning fire in Westbrook, Conn., on Sunday injured two residents and saw a firefighter fall through the roof.