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GEN Z, ROOFING WORKFORCE OF TOMORROW, GATHERS AT SKILLSUSA

A record crowd turned out for SkillsUSA’s 61st National Conference, where commercial roofing saw peak participation — signaling Gen Z’s rising interest in skilled trades.

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AUGUST 2025
Volume 45 :: Number 8

Mitigating Hail-Damaged Roofs

A large-scale study into hail dubbed Project ICECHIP will collect hailstones and study them, ultimately leading to the creation of more resilient roofing materials and better forecasting.

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HIGHER LEARNING

ABC Supply Co. Inc.’s state-of-the-art Learning Center opens doors for education and professional development.

BEST OF SUCCESS ON DEMAND ROUNDUP

Whether You Made it to Dallas or Not, View Outstanding Presentations from 2021’s Best of Success Conference with On-Demand

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Q&A: FINESSE & FINANCING

Scott Stiglich with Watercress Financial Breaks Down Why Roofing Contractors Need to Incorporate Financing Solutions into Their Business.

BEST OF SUCCESS ON DEMAND ROUNDUP

Whether You Made it to Dallas or Not, View Outstanding Presentations from 2021’s Best of Success Conference with On-Demand

WHAT ARE ROOFERS ASKING?

Find out the answers to the most-asked questions about attic ventilation with AirVent Inc.

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PROJECT PROFILE: CONTRACTOR VOICES

Roofing contractors share their experiences working with TAMKO’s Proline series of shingles.

TECHOS Y MáS SPECIAL SECTION

¡Pruebe nuestro contenido de Techos y Más, presentado en español para impulsar a los contratistas latinos! (Get a taste of our Techos y Más content, presented in Spanish to elevate Latino contractors!)

ROOFING PROFILE: COMPASS SALES GROUP

Carlisle celebrates an outstanding manufacturer’s rep with its Carlisle Experience Award.

BEST OF SUCCESS ON DEMAND ROUNDUP

Whether You Made it to Dallas or Not, View Outstanding Presentations from 2021’s Best of Success Conference with On-Demand

IRE 2024 PREVIEW: ROOFING’S RETURN TO LAS VEGAS

One of Roofing’s Biggest Events Returns to Vegas with a Renewed Focus on Diversity, Sustainability

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PROJECT PROFILE: RESTORING A COASTAL GEM

Connecticut-based Contractor Finds Cost-Effective Solution to Protect Condos from Coastal Weather

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AND THE WINNER IS…

Find Out Which Roofing Professionals and Companies Took Home Awards in the Back Half of 2023

UNEARTHING CENTURIES OF BEAUTY AND RESILIENCE

Editorial Director Rick Damato Reports from Europe About the Wonders of Slate Roofing

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CONTRACTOR PROFILE: CE REEVE ROOFING, A TECTA AMERICA COMPANY

CE REEVE Roofing, a Tecta America Company, Grew from a Small Roofing Outfit to generating $60 Million in Annual Sales.

BEST OF SUCCESS ON DEMAND ROUNDUP

Whether You Made it to Dallas or Not, View Outstanding Presentations from 2021’s Best of Success Conference with On-Demand

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5 SMART EXPANSION STRATEGIES

Proven strategies to help roofing contractors expand their business.

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PROJECT PROFILE: TROUBLE BREWING NO MORE

To prevent a Charlotte, N.C. brewery from going up in flames, Roof Curb Systems turned to BILCO for solutions.

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POLL: ROOFERS LOSING ECONOMIC CONFIDENCE

An RC poll finds industry pros less optimistic about the state of the economy than the general public, with 61% saying tariffs are hurting business.

BEST OF SUCCESS ON DEMAND ROUNDUP

Whether You Made it to Dallas or Not, View Outstanding Presentations from 2021’s Best of Success Conference with On-Demand

ABOUT THIS ISSUE

2025 TOP 100 ROOFING CONTRACTORS

The much-anticipated Top 100 list for 2025 is here! Take a look at who made the list and just how much private equity played a role in shaping the rankings, and view our spotlighted Top 100 entrants and the Ones to Watch.