Carolinas Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Association Inc. (CRSMCA)
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 ...
Myrtle Beach met the industry with connection, innovation and education
By Dani Sheehan. From tee times to tech talks, this year’s CRSMCA Roofing Expo and Annual Meeting brought the roofing community together for three days of learning, networking and inspiration. The Carolinas Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Associations (CRSMCA) held its roofing expo and annual meeting June 25-27, 2025, in ...
Explore and engage at the 2025 Carolinas Roofing Expo and Meeting
By Emma Peterson. Don’t miss this opportunity to gather with like-minded professionals and learn and grow together. The Carolinas Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Associations (CRSMCA) is hosting their annual expo and meeting at the end of June this year! From June 25-27, professionals from around the industry will come together at ...
S-5! welcomes new National Accounts and Business Development Manager
This strategic hire is part of the company’s effort to meet the growing demand for its snow retention products across the United States. S-5!, the leading authority on metal roof attachment technology, is pleased to announce the addition of Ken McLauchlan as its new National Accounts and Business Development Manager. This ...
NRCA encourages roofing professionals to complete latest Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing
By asking a handful of business questions and measuring responses across several demographics, the survey helps give an indication of the reroofing market’s strength and trajectory. The National Roofing Contractors Association encourages roofing professionals to join industry trade associations representing contractors, consultants and manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada in taking ...
5 top causes of conflicts on construction projects
By Emma Peterson. Learn the sticking points for previous projects to avoid them in your own jobsites. Over the years, the Carolinas Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (CRSMCA) has noticed that the entire industry is growing more competitive and costs for operation are continually rising. In response to this, ...
Golf with a purpose
By Jonny Suchor. Join the 2024 roofing golf tournament circuit to meet the industry and make a difference! Get ready to tee off for a good cause! 2024 is shaping up to be exciting for golf enthusiasts within the roofing and construction industries, thanks to a host of spectacular golf ...
