Industry News
Roofing Day in D.C.: The importance of advocacy
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Over 260 roofing professionals share needs for workforce development, immigration reform and fair tax policies during Roofing Day in D.C. 2025. Since 2018 the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has brought the industry together each spring in Washington for Roofing Day in D.C. The annual event creates a ...
An intersection of opportunity and uncertainty
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. As we enter the second quarter of 2025, learn about the core factors influencing the U.S. roofing industry. In general, there is a lot of anxiety and concern in the U.S. construction industries as we enter Q2 of 2025. With labor uncertainties, mounting broad-based tariff pressure ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® enhances Canadian content with dedicated URL and trademark
RoofersCoffeeShop.ca now featuring Canadian updates and RCS content. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, proudly announces the receipt of a Canadian trademark for RoofersCoffeeShop® and the launch of its dedicated Canadian URL: www.rooferscoffeeshop.ca. Originally established in the United States, RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS) has long-served ...
Adams & Reese launches new brand, signaling next chapter in ongoing growth
Client-driven refresh comes as firm celebrates 75th anniversary in 2026. Adams & Reese, an AmLaw 200 firm with a 75-year legacy, announces a comprehensive rebrand and website refresh. The redesign marks a significant milestone for the firm, capping off a quarter century of substantial growth and reinforcing its commitment to building ...
Owens Corning announces industry-first shingle recycling milestone
Successfully manufactures shingle made with extracted asphalt from recycled shingles. Owens Corning is marking a significant industry milestone with the successful completion of a commercial-scale trial to manufacture shingles using extracted asphalt from recycled shingles. The trial, which was completed at the company’s Summit, Illinois shingle plant, is the company’s most ...
ABC Supply Co., Inc. opens two new locations
ABC Supply continues its growth with new branch openings in Oklahoma and Michigan. ABC Supply Co., Inc., the largest wholesale distributor of roofing and other select exterior and interior building products in North America, has recently opened two new locations in Bartlesville, Oklahoma and Sterling Heights, Michigan. The company is excited ...
Arup partners with USGBC-CA to launch California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide
This guide provides practical steps to help homeowners, designers, contractors, and community leaders rebuild wildfire-affected neighborhoods with resilience, sustainability, and safety at the forefront. Co-authored by Arup and the U.S. Green Building Council California, the new California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide offers practical and sustainable solutions to help wildfire-affected communities rebuild with ...
HercuWall® has been acquired by Tremco CPG Inc.
Certified prefabricated wall system that integrates structure, insulation and a weather-resistant barrier in a single product. Tremco CPG Inc., a global leader in comprehensive building solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of HercuWall®, an innovative panelized insulated wall system, from Tempe, Arizona-based HercuTech, Inc. This acquisition aligns with Tremco CPG's ...
RAFTRx acquires Kingdom Krafters, strengthens industry leadership
RAFTR Roofing + Exteriors expands portfolio with acquisition of Missouri-based brand. RAFTR Roofing + Exteriors (RAFTRx), a top-rated roofing and outdoor exterior solutions provider that specializes in the insurance-claim sector, announces today its acquisition of Kingdom Krafters. With its first presence in Missouri, RAFTRx continues its methodical growth of highly reputable, ...
RICOWI announces formation of Wildfire Resistant Roofing Committee with support from Westlake Royal Building Products
The committee will focus on analyzing the performance of roofing materials and designs in the face of wildfires, and adapting building codes to improve the resilience of roofing systems across the United States. RICOWI, Inc. (Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc.) is excited to announce the formation of the Wildfire ...
