Carolinas Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Association Inc. (CRSMCA)
In memory of Mark James
Honoring Mark's life and accomplishments. We are deeply saddened to share that my longtime pillar of the metal building community Mark James passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Mark is survived by his wife of 55 years Paula, his son Jarrod, his grandchildren Brooklyn, Harley, Julian and his great-grandson Trevon. ...
Roofing takes the fast lane at CRSMCA 2026
By Jenny Yu. The Durham-based event combined networking, product innovation and a NASCAR-inspired experience. The 2026 Carolinas Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (CRSMCA) Mid-Winter Roofing Expo brought energy and connection to historic Durham, North Carolina, with a NASCAR-inspired theme. The annual event drew several hundred contractors and exhibitors ...
CRSMCA 2026 Carolinas Mid-Winter Roofing Expo
CRSMCA hosts one of the largest regional roofing trade shows in the Southeast, bringing together nearly 100 exhibiting companies and over 400 industry professionals, including contractors, architects, consultants and more. This event offers the latest in roofing technology, safety tools, equipment and educational opportunities. The 2026 Carolinas Mid-Winter Roofing Expo ...
Start your engines: Get ready for the 2026 Carolinas Mid-Winter Roofing Expo
By Jenny Yu. Accelerate your business success at this year’s four-day event. The 2026 Carolinas Mid-Winter Roofing Expo returns to the Durham Convention Center in Durham, North Carolina, from February 16-19, 2026, bringing one of the Southeast’s largest regional roofing trade shows to contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and industry professionals. ...
In memoriam: Lawrence Christopher Anderson, Allcon Roofing
A Celebration of Chris’ life will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at Robbie Capps Memorial Chapel of Blue Ridge Funeral & Cremation Service. It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of Lawrence "Chris" Christopher Anderson of Allcon Roofing of Greenville, South Carolina. Lawrence ...
In memoriam: Jesse James Bowman, Sr.
Jesse worked with Weathergard, Inc. for 50 years and will be deeply missed by the Weathergard family. It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of Jesse James Bowman, Sr., Superintendent at Weathergard, Inc. Jesse James Bowman Sr., age 78, passed peacefully into heaven on Tuesday, November 18, ...
The coastal roofing solution that’s making waves
By Jenny Yu. Learn about the corrosion-resistant steel contractors are turning to for high performance and durability. At the Carolinas Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Association (CRSMCA) show, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with Ken Krawcheck Sr. and Ken Krawcheck Jr. of East Lake Metals about their innovative product that’s ...
In memoriam: Jerry Lee Hawks of E.L. Hawks, Inc.
Carolinas Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association, Inc. (CRSMCA) remembers Jerry Lee Hawks of E.L. Hawks, Inc. It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of Jerry Lee Hawks of E.L. Hawks, Inc. Jerry Lee Hawks (Jer-Bear) of Whiteville entered the gates of heaven on September 17, 2025, ...
In memoriam of Edward Lee Lawrence
It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of Edward Lee Lawrence, father of Patrick Lawrence, QXO. Edward Lee Lawrence, age 76, passed peacefully into heaven on Sunday, August 31, 2025, surrounded by his family who adored him. He was born on February 10, 1949, in Lexington, ...
Compact power, big impact
By Jesse Sanchez. A lightweight crane with medieval roots is changing how U.S. roofers do business. From the historic rooftops of Williamsburg, Virginia, to the snow-covered plazas of Keystone, Colorado, a compact piece of European engineering is quietly reshaping the way roofing gets done in America. At the Carolina Roofing ...
