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2025 EDITOR’S CHOICE

From AI-powered technology to safety equipment, RC lists potential game-changing products contractors should consider to enhance their business offerings and operations.

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MAY 2025
Volume 45 :: Number 5

INDUSTRY Q&A: GUNNER SMITH, OWENS CORNING

Owens Corning Roofing President Gunner Smith discusses the trends, technology and other factors affecting the industry.

KEEPING IT COOL

As demand for cold storage continues to surge, roofing contractors must be ready to address specific challenges posed by the roofing system.

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

Suit trousers, Clothing, Jeans, Human, Chair, Entertainment, Curtain

Dress shirt, Beard, Neck, Tie, Jaw, Sleeve, Gesture, Collar

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

Vision care, Smile, Glasses, Eyewear, Beard

EL VIAJE DE ABAD ZÁRATE

La historia de Abad Zárate es de perseverancia, determinación y la encarnación del sueño Americano.

Hard hat, Sky, Workwear, Gesture, Slope, Asphalt, Headgear

PROJECT PROFILE: ALL-IN ON FOAM

Luxury Vegas homebuilder goes all in on spray foam roofing.

PVC POPULARITY: THE FACTS ABOUT PVC ROOFING PART I

The experts at Mule-Hide take a deep dive into PVC roofing systems.

CONTRACTOR PROFILE: GREAT LAKES ROOFING

Since receiving the honor, our 2007 Contractor of the Year shares the company journey of new leadership and expansion across hurdles like the Great Recession.

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

Urban design, Building, Plant, Tree, Window, Sky

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

Water resources, Land lot, Urban design, Residential area, Property, Infrastructure, Window, Landscape

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

People in nature, Dog, Happiness, Home, Leisure

2025 HOMEOWNER ROOFING SURVEY

Our exclusive survey provides insights into the minds of customers, how residential contractors match up to those expectations, and how they can exceed them.

OUTSTANDING COMPETITION

Conde Roofing earns an award from ARMA for its artistic combination of asphalt shingles and copper in a new home in New Hampshire.

WHY TRADEMARKS MATTER IN ROOFING

Trent Cotney explores the legal significance of trademarks in the roofing industry and how contractors can leverage trademark law to protect their brand.

BEST OF SUCCESS ON DEMAND ROUNDUP

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ABOUT THIS ISSUE

FORGING AHEAD

Richard Prunier, founder, and his son John, vice president, uphold Northeast Home & Energy's legacy by ensuring every roofing, window, and siding project reflects a commitment that transcends mere business, combining old-school craftsmanship with modern innovation as a model for the roofing industry. Photo courtesy of Northeast Home & Energy.