Celebrating the 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards winners

By Heidi J. Ellsworth.

ARMA honors exceptional craftsmanship, innovation and performance in asphalt roofing across North America.

The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) has announced the winners of its 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards, recognizing outstanding asphalt roofing projects across North America. ARMA is the national trade association representing manufacturers of asphalt roofing products and their raw material suppliers. The association advances the asphalt roofing industry through research, technical guidance, sustainability initiatives, advocacy and education, while promoting best practices in design, installation and long-term performance. Through programs like the Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards, ARMA highlights the durability, versatility and innovation of asphalt roofing systems.

The annual awards program honors exceptional craftsmanship, technical expertise and creative problem-solving in both steep-slope and low-slope asphalt roofing applications. Entries are judged on why asphalt was selected for the project, how installation challenges were addressed, what makes the project unique and overall aesthetic impact. Top-scoring projects receive Gold, Silver or Bronze awards, along with Best-in-Class honors recognizing excellence in specialty categories.

Gold Award: HER Roofing Co. Inc.

The Gold Award was presented to HER Roofing Co. Inc. for its restoration of the historic Settlemier House, originally built in 1892. The project involved a complete steep-slope tear-off and re-roof using high-performance asphalt shingles designed to withstand the Pacific Northwest’s variable climate. The complex cone roof and structural challenges required exceptional craftsmanship, while custom-fabricated curved wooden gutters preserved the home’s historic character and enhanced long-term performance.

Silver Award: Wedge Roofing

Wedge Roofing earned the Silver Award for its work on a mid-century Gothic church in the San Francisco Bay Area. The roof’s dramatic hyperbolic paraboloid shape required asphalt shingles to flex and conform to sweeping curves without compromising durability. Structural deck repairs and skylight integration further demonstrated the adaptability of asphalt roofing systems in architecturally complex projects.

Bronze Award: Priddy Roofing and Exteriors

The Bronze Award went to Priddy Roofing and Exteriors for a one-of-a-kind residential project featuring two interconnected geodesic domes. With 238 individual roof facets, the installation demanded meticulous planning, custom shingle cutting and precise hand nailing on constantly changing planes. Custom ventilation solutions were incorporated to support long-term roof performance.

Best-in-Class Commercial/Mixed Use: KPost Roofing & Waterproofing

Best-in-Class honors in the Commercial/Mixed Use category were awarded to KPost Roofing & Waterproofing for its work on the National Medal of Honor Museum in Arlington, Texas. The project required a sophisticated low-slope asphalt roofing system capable of integrating with complex architectural features, numerous penetrations and varied elevations. Detailed installation of SBS-modified bitumen ensured the roof met demanding performance and design requirements.

Industry-expert judges

This year’s award submissions were evaluated by a distinguished panel of industry experts representing technical, editorial and consulting perspectives within the roofing industry. Judges included Aaron R. Phillips, Brian Terry, Glenn Clapper, Art Aisner and RoofersCoffeeShop president, Heidi J. Ellsworth. Their combined experience ensured each project was evaluated for technical execution, material performance, constructability and overall impact, reinforcing the credibility of the awards program.

The 2026 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards continue ARMA’s tradition of celebrating excellence while showcasing the innovation and skill of roofing professionals. These winning projects demonstrate how asphalt roofing solutions deliver performance, beauty and reliability across a wide range of building types and design challenges.

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