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Contractor Profile: Advanced Roofing

Advanced Roofing has grown into one of the elite commercial contractors in Florida with a commitment to quality and an eye for strategic diversification.




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Contractor Q&A: PUFF, Inc.

RC caught up with SPFA President Bonnie Strickler to learn about the pathways spray foam can offer to professionals.




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Contractor Profile: Preferred Exterior

Quality and an excellent work ethic define this family-owned commercial contractor.




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Contractor Profile: R L Murphey Commercial Roof Systems

By concentrating on single-ply new construction, R L Murphey Commercial Roof Systems is showing commercial contractors how it’s done in North Texas.




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Contractor Q&A: JF Lopez Roofing

Wisconsin-based roofing contractor creating a legacy with quality work, giving back.




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Contractor Profile: PJ Fitzpatrick LLC Calibrates for Growth

PJ Fitzpatrick LLC, a Delaware home improvement company, grew from Peter Fitzpatrick's dining table to a $115-million enterprise with 425 employees, five regional offices, and three divisions. 




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Contractor Profile: Green River Roofing & Construction

Meet Dennis Bresette and Jason Seura, principals of Lee's Summit, Mo.-based Green River Roofing & Construction, a residential and commercial contracting firm that earns about 90% of its revenue from residential roofing jobs on U.S. military bases.




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A Roofing Contractor’s Guide to Sustainability

Asphalt shingles remain America's most popular residential roofing option. Here's how to help homeowners consider sustainability when making roofing decisions.




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The Facts About PVC Roofing Part I

The experts at Mule-Hide Products are bridging the information gap about PVC roofing for roofing contractors in this two-part series.




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The Importance of Project Safety Scheduling for Roofing Contractors

There are many project scheduling methods and programs available out in the construction world.




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Roofing Contractors Get Rescue Ready

Last season, I spotted more than a dozen mostly residential crews working without fall protection.




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Shielded Safety: Breaking Down COVID-19 Face Protection for Roofing Contractors

Face masks aren’t the only way to stop the spread of COVID-19. Here are some viable alternatives that can keep workers safe.




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Why Situational Awareness (S/A) is Important for Roofing Contractors

By practicing situational awareness every day, contractors can keep themselves and others safe while on the job.




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'Next-Level' Contractor Job Perk: Mobile IV Hydration

In response to extreme heat this summer, Solid Roofing in Oklahoma provided IV hydration through a mobile service to its crews working in triple-digit weather, highlighting the importance of staying hydrated in such conditions.




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Contractor Profile: RAMCON Roofing and a Superior Safety Mindset

Adam Burdine, his two brothers and founding partner Steve Kruse lead Tampa, Fla.-based RAMCON Roofing, a commercial firm emphasizing trust, communication, and quality, focusing on large commercial and industrial roof systems. 




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Do You Know Roofing Contractor’s Next Young Gun?

If you know someone under the age of 40 making a difference in your company’s success in roofing, you probably know our next Young Gun. Don’t miss out!




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AeroWeb Low-VOC Aerosol Contact Adhesive/Primer

AeroWeb from Mule-Hide Products Co. adheres TPO and EPDM membranes to horizontal and vertical surfaces while delivering a quick flash time.




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Owens Corning Spotlights Solutions, Resources and Strategies to Propel Roofing Contractors’ Success in 2022

The Owens Corning booth at IRE highlights roofing products that fuse high-performance with beauty and style.




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GAF Showcases Innovations for Commercial, Residential Contractors at International Roofing Expo




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VIDEO: Roofing Contractor Q&A: One-on-One with Letitia Hanke

The 2020 Residential Contractor of the Year speaks candidly about her start in roofing and how she hopes to inspire the next generation of skilled workers.




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Enter Roofing Contractor’s Top 100 and Roofing Contractors of the Year Programs

Submit nominations for both the annual Top 100 Roofing Contractors list and residential and commercial Roofing Contractors of the Year before the June 1 deadline.




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VIDEO: RC Contractor Chronicles: Ken Kelly, Kelly Roofing

Ken Kelly talks candidly about the real roots of his family roofing business, and relives some of the key steps he took to grow into the 2019 Contractor of the Year. 




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VIDEO: RC Contractor Chronicles: Ken Kelly, Kelly Roofing Part 2

The 2019 Residential Contractor of the Year shares how his company converted from a retail roofing outfit in a storm market, to a full-service storm response company in the wake of Hurricane Irma.




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2021 Commercial Contractor of the Year: Sutter Roofing

Despite roots that run more than a century deep, Sutter Roofing is fueled by a “never-settle” attitude.




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2021 Residential Contractor of the Year: Feazel Inc.

Feazel Inc.’s continuous investment in people and technology lead to sustained success.




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Enter Your Company for RC’s 2022 Top 100 and Contractor of the Year

Enter your company for the chance to earn a spot on the Top 100 list or become a 2022 Contractor of the Year.




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Roofing Contractor Announces 2022 Residential, Commercial Contractors of the Year

RC's annual tradition of naming the residential and commercial roofing contractors of the year continued at the conclusion of day one of the 18th Best of Success conference.




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Tech and Teamwork: 2022 Commercial Contractor of the Year Rackley Roofing

Rackley Roofing has set a high bar for other commercial contractors to reach through its innovations and culture that embraces inclusiveness and diversity.




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On The Edge: 2022 Residential Contractor of the Year Wedge Roofing

After more than 45 years of success, Wedge Roofing’s versatility and vision showcase a model for the industry’s future.




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Enter to Become Roofing Contractor’s 2023 Contractor of the Year

The honorees will be revealed at Best of Success 2023, Dec. 3-5, at the Omni Frisco Hotel in Frisco, Texas.




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Roofing Contractor Reveals 2023 Residential, Commercial Contractors of the Year

Two of the best roofing contractors in the country have been honored with Roofing Contractor magazine's 2023 "Contractor of the Year" award.




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2023 Residential Contractor of the Year: Bone Dry Roofing

Bone Dry Roofing in Indiana leaders will admit they don't have all the answers, but the ones they do have created massive success for the residential roofing contractor.




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2023 Commercial Contractor of the Year: Greenwood Industries

Greenwood’s consistent success and shrewd expansion moves within the last few years allowed the company entrée into the rarified Top 10 of RC's 2023 Top 100 List — generating $218 million in revenue, a company record; the company was named 2023 'Commercial Contractor of the Year' at 2023 Best of Success.




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VIDEO: Bone Dry Roofing is RC’s Residential Roofing Contractor of the Year




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VIDEO: Greenwood Industries is RC’s Commercial Roofing Contractor of the Year




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Why Roofing Contractors Should Write Job Descriptions

Job descriptions go well beyond helping you hire the right person. They can help with evaluation, overtime, and safety expectations.




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National Hispanic Contractors Association Announces Partnership with International Roofing Expo

The partnership is a significant step forward in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within the roofing industry while providing resources to Hispanic roofing professionals.




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VIDEO: Roofing Contractors Partner for Training




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VIDEO: The National Roofing Contractors Association addresses the impact Latino contractors have on the industry.

The National Roofing Contractor Association’s (NRCA) Hispanic Outreach Task Force is making a big push to empower Latino roofing contractors and to tap into the trillions of dollars they represent in the U.S. economy




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VIDEO: Mitigating Risk as a Roofing Contractor

RC Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney provides simple steps roofing contractors can take when it comes to protecting their company.




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GAF Energy Completes Timberline Solar Manufacturing Facility in Georgetown, Texas

The new manufacturing facility, GAF Energy's second, will increase its capacity by 500% and bring total production of its solar shingle to 300 megawatts annually.




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The "UnContractor": Gunner Redefines Roofing with Transparency and Technology

Gunner is successfully shaking up the residential roofing industry with a concept rarely seen: offering customers the ability to buy their roofs online.




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CrewCost, New Account Software for Contractors

CrewCost offers construction accounting software for small and mid-sized contractors, integrating job costing and time tracking to manage costs, change orders, and billing.  




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Jobber, Xero Partner to Help Contractors with Client Services

Home services software provider Jobber has partnered with Xero, a cloud accounting platform, to sync customers, products, services, invoices, and payments. 




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JobNimbus, ABC Supply Team Up, Enhancing Solutions for Contractors

JobNimbus has collaborated with ABC Supply to enhance roofing contractors' material management, pricing, estimates, direct ordering, and timely notifications accessible through both JobNimbus and myABCsupply accounts.




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VIDEO: How Google Search Changes Impact Your Business

Google has changed how its search engine operates. Are you prepared for the impact on your roofing business?




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Associated Builders and Contractors Releases AI Construction Technology Report

The Associated Builders and Contractors' fourth annual Construction Technology Report explores AI's impact on the construction industry; insights include a case study and resource guide to improve safety, quality, and profitability.





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Project Profile: Contractor Selects Polyglass Underlayment During Cypress Cove Metal Roof Project

The Cypress Cove project involved installing a snap lock metal roofing system across a series of complex roofing structures — more than 500,000 square feet of surface in total.




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Project Profile: McElroy Metal Adds Solar to Fifth Manufacturing Facility with 238T Roof Re-cover

A combination of McElroy Metal’s 238T 24-gauge Galvalume Plus roofing panels and S-5! clamps helped create a 145-kilowatt photovoltaic system for a McElroy Metal facility in Michigan.




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Ten Tips Roofing Contractors Should Know About Succession Planning

A benchmark company will have a written strategic succession plan.