Business Boosters
A roadmap for tomorrow
By JobNimbus. The JobNimbus annual report provides data-backed insights for contractors planning for a successful 2026. Contractors are the backbone of our industry and our nation, yet their impact often goes unrecognized beyond the jobsite. Here at JobNimbus, we know that contractors are essential to protecting property, supporting families and ...
New roles roofing hasn’t planned for: Managing people, data and machines together
By Cotney Consulting Group. These new roles won't eliminate existing jobs. They build on them. Throughout this series, we have focused on readiness, operational discipline, realistic entry points for automation, workforce integration and the systems that will either support or undermine future technology adoption. All of those elements converge on one unavoidable ...
Strong customer reviews drive roofing contractor to Top 3 designation
By The Coffee Shops™. Fields Roof Service earns 2026 Top 3 Roofing Contractor honors, reflecting the company’s consistent service and trusted performance in the local market. Fields Roof Service, Inc. has been named a Top 3 Roofing Contractor in Puyallup, Washington, for 2026 by BusinessRate, an honor driven by strong ...
Roofing leads the way as wages create pressure for construction
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Labor shortages, rising wages and culture-driven retention are reshaping the roofing workforce. The construction labor market is shifting once again, and this time, roofing is at the center of the story. Recent insights from Zack Fritz and Dr. Anirban Basu of Sage Economics highlight a clear trend: wage ...
The top 5 drivers for peak performance in 2026
By JobNimbus. The 2026 JobNimbus report highlights the systems and strategies shaping the future of roofing success. Success in roofing no longer hinges solely on production output; it depends on operational performance. According to the latest Peak Performance 2026 Roofing Report from JobNimbus, the industry’s top contractors are separating themselves ...
Turning craftsmanship into clicks
By Webrunner Media. Webrunner Media’s targeted digital strategy helps a remodeling contractor capture more high-value leads. Even the most skilled remodeling contractors can struggle to translate their reputation into consistent online lead generation. Webrunner Media recently partnered with Home Remodeling Pros of Central PA to address that exact challenge, helping ...
Smart revenue strategies guide for roofing growth
By Jesse Sanchez. Actionable guidance outlines practical paths for contractors to generate leads, retain customers and streamline operations. In a crowded solar and roofing market, Convex positions revenue growth as a discipline built on focus, tools and consistency. A recent guide by Erika Carmichael addresses the challenges small companies face ...
The test of 2026
By Cotney Consulting Group. As the market tightens this year, contractors will need to confront any operational weaknesses in their companies. We’ve been hearing for the last few years about the market tightening, and 2026 is just another chapter in that story. From labor pressure and rising costs to ...
Why roofing service divisions feel busy but struggle to be predictable
By Cotney Consulting Group. When the right structure is in place, service divisions become reliable parts of businesses, supporting both customer relationships and long-term profitability. Most roofing service departments feel busy. Phones are ringing. Technicians are running calls. Trucks are moving all day. Work orders stack up, invoices go out and ...
Rising metal prices in 2026
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. As the Producer Price Index signals renewed pressure on metal contractors, learn what contractors should be doing to navigate rising metal costs. According to Ken Simonson, chief economist for the Associated General Contractors of America, Producer Price Indexes (PPIs) for major construction inputs climbed sharply in January 2026, ...
