GAF Energy voluntarily recalled its nail-able Timberline Solar Shingles over potential fire hazards due to electrical components within the roofing system.

Issued on July 27, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said the recall involves Timberline’s TLS-1 jumper modules and TLS-1 energy shingles.

Jumper modules transfer energy from the solar shingles, and a subset can malfunction. GAF Energy also found an issue with a subset of diodes incorporated in the energy shingles that may cause thermal events when partially or fully shaded.

“It was found that these electrical components can malfunction, posing a fire hazard,” the company said on its website.

GAF Energy has received one report of a fire and five reports of “thermal incidents” that resulted in property damage, including damage to the roof deck. No injuries have been reported concerning the incidents.

The manufacturer said it decided to conduct a voluntary recall, repair and testing program for two components in Timberline Solar roofing systems installed between November 2021 and April 2023. The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that about 2,100 units are affected by the recall.

As part of the recall, GAF Energy will replace all jumper modules, check each solar shingle's electrical components for defects, and repair them free of charge.

GAF Energy has been remotely shutting off impacted systems until repairs occur. Consumers will be compensated for monetary losses due to any lost solar energy generation.

The company is scheduling, on average, two to three weeks in advance for the remediation work. GAF Energy has reached out to impacted homeowners directly by email and phone.

If your customer had a Timberline Solar roofing system installed on their home between November 2021 and April 2023, the product is part of GAF Energy’s voluntary recall, repair and testing program. Customers are encouraged to contact their installer or call GAF Energy at (888) 838-5567.

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SRS Distribution announced integrating its Roof Hub platform with JobNimbus, a provider of roofing solutions that offers construction professionals enhanced and streamlined material management solutions.

“This strategic integration partnership will provide tremendous value to our customers, streamlining everyday tasks while helping deliver better results within their business,” said Kent Gardner, president of Building Products at SRS

The Roof Hub-JobNimbus integration, announced on August 9 in an SRS news release, provides roofing contractors with several features to simplify their material management processes, including:

• Real-Time Pricing for Accurate Estimating
  Roofing contractors can now connect their Roof Hub account to access live pricing from their local SRS Distribution branch.
• Efficient Smart Estimates with SRS Products
  The integration allows contractors to incorporate Roof Hub SRS products into Smart Estimates seamlessly.
• Direct Material Ordering for Speedy Procurement
  The Roof Hub + JobNimbus integration allows contractors to place material orders directly with their SRS Distribution branch through Roof Hub.
• Timely Delivery Notifications
  Roof Hub from SRS offers delivery notifications, helping contractors stay informed about roofing materials' arrival. This feature assists in efficient production scheduling, ensuring projects are completed on time.

"We’re excited to offer roofing contractors an integrated solution that enhances their material management experience," said Mark Olson, vice president of Strategic Alliances at JobNimbus.

For more information, visit jobnimbus.com/integrations/srs/

Gulfeagle Supply has debuted its new mobile application, allowing contractors to navigate the ordering process and gain efficiency. The company, which announced the launch on July 19, says the app was designed “…for contractors to stay organized, create orders quickly, find Gulfeagle branches nearby and manage invoices.”

The first-generation app is currently available for download in the Apple App Store.

Antis Roofing & Waterproofing, the Irvine, Calif.-based concern that is a household name in Southern California, announced it would donate its David Chow Humanitarian Award cash prize to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast.

The $2,500 check, awarded to Antis in 2022, will be presented to the Club during the nonprofit’s ‘Back-to-School’ Backpack Drive, scheduled for Wednesday, August 3, the concern said in a news release.

“Our campaign provides about a thousand new backpacks and supplies to kids who need them most, and this contribution helps make it happen,” said David Blair, the nonprofit’s director of philanthropy and corporate partnerships. “We are so grateful for Charles Antis’ constant dedication to our cause; this honor is just another tribute to that dedication.”

California Love Drop served up its locally famous lunch from Wahoo’s Fish Tacos, with Wahoo co-founder cooking on site. Yogurtland treats and beverages were served during the event. Rising star Madison Taylor Baez, the 12-year-old singer and actress who was a “Golden Buzzer” winner on “America’s Got Talent” last year, was expected to appear.

Antis expected around 250 kids to attend the party; each received a backpack filled with critical school supplies, including new books donated by children’s author Lisa Wiehebrink and founder of Tails that Teach.

“The youth who [received] the Backpack Drive supplies have been identified as kids who would likely rely on hand-me-down or leftover supplies from the prior school year,” The Boys & Girls Clubs’ Blair said. “This [event offered] our kids not just the tools they need in school, but also the confidence that comes with great quality and just a bit of compassion.”

PABCO Roofing Products, an established industry leader in the manufacture of high-quality asphalt shingles, announced 20-year non-prorated coverage on its Paramount Advantage^®, Paramount^®, and Cascade^® Signature Cut shingles, as well as its Prestige^® line.

Until now, the industry standard for non-prorated coverage has been in the 10- to 15-year range, with a pro-rated lifetime limited warranty extending beyond the initial coverage period. PABCO Roofing Products previously offered a non-prorated coverage of 15 years. According to a press release, the new 20-year non-prorated, limited lifetime warranty on top PABCO Roofing lines sets the company apart as a manufacturer that "fully stands behind its products for the long-term."

The PABCO Roofing Products Limited Lifetime Warranty is: 

• Fully transferable
• Non-prorated for up to 20 years for Prestige, Cascade, Paramount, and Paramount Advantage shingles on single-family residential structures 
• Non-prorated for up to 15 years on Premier shingles on single-family residential structures
• Non-prorated for up to 15 years on Premier, Prestige, Cascade, Paramount, and Paramount Advantage shingles on non-residential structures 
• Designed to cover the reasonable cost of replacement material, tear-off, and disposal during the non-prorated coverage period

“Based upon the exceptional quality of our shingles, offering our customers 20-year non-prorated coverage on our leading shingle lines makes perfect sense,” said Gerry Kilian, director, sales and marketing, PABCO Roofing Products. “We are clearly demonstrating to our contractor partners and our customers that we unequivocally stand behind our shingles.”

Beacon announced it had completed the acquisition of Crossroads Roofing Supply, Inc. of Oklahoma City. Crossroads’ five branches in Oklahoma City, Enid, Norman, Stillwater, and Tulsa, Okla., had been a mainstay operation for residential and commercial contractors for two decades.  

“We are pleased to announce that Crossroads is joining Beacon,” said Lisa and Mike Curtis, owners of Crossroads, in a news release. “Beacon’s relentless focus on its customers gives us confidence that the contractors who have come to rely on us to build their businesses will gain further benefits from Beacon’s digital tools and national footprint.”

The latest acquisition continues advancing Beacon’s strategic Ambition 2025 goals as it continues its expansion through both acquisition and greenfield-built growth. Year to date, in 2023, Beacon has expanded its footprint by completing five acquisitions and opening 14 new greenfield locations. 

“We are thrilled to welcome the Crossroads employees to Beacon,” said Jason Taylor, Beacon’s president, West Division. “Their skills and knowledge will enhance our Midwest team as we help customers build more.”