Roofing Industry News

Owens Corning Virtual Business Building Day, April 7, 2021

March 23, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.

More experts and solutions to help drive roofing contractors’ business in 2021. The Owens Corning Virtual Business Building Day brings roofing contractors a one-stop destination to help grow their business, explore new solutions and learn from experts across a range of business disciplines. Presented in real-time and available for download-on-demand, the ...

Cotney Attorneys & Consultants Welcomes RoofersCoffeeShop® as an Affinity Partner

March 22, 2021 at 6:00 a.m.

Cotney Attorneys & Consultants is excited to announce that RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS) is now an affinity partner. RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS) is a roofing industry site that assists industry members with employment opportunities, provides education, products, forums, projects, videos, services and more all in one space. RoofersCoffeeShop not only brings roofers together, but also ...

Roofing Companies May Qualify for Funding in Support of Training and Internships

March 20, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.

By Rod Petrick, NRCA Chairman of the Board. NRCA advocated successfully for expanding funding for the Perkins Act. Take action to see if you qualify. As workforce shortages and the COVID-19 pandemic continue to plague our industry, I encourage you to take advantage of new opportunities available through the ...

SRS Expands its Presence in the Midwest Through the Acquisition of Louis T. Ollesheimer & Son, Inc.

March 17, 2021 at 6:00 a.m.

One of the oldest and largest independent roofing distributors in the Midwest, LTO will complement the residential roofing footprint of SRS in the region. SRS Distribution Inc. (“SRS”) announced today that it has acquired Louis T. Ollesheimer & Son, Inc. (“LTO” or the “Company”), a distributor of commercial & residential roofing ...

Bitec Celebrates 34 Years of Business, Looks Forward to Years Ahead

March 6, 2021 at 6:00 a.m.

By Bitec. Bitec’s growth is a true testament to the family business’ dedication to success and innovation. Festivities were in order last fall at Bitec’s headquarters in Morrilton, Arkansas, complete with ice cream, cake and hats for everyone to celebrate their 34th year in business. Although the entire company was not able ...

ARMA Announces Winners of 2021 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards

March 2, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

This program recognizes low and steep-slope asphalt roofing projects from across North America. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) announced the winning projects in the 2021 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards. This program recognizes low and steep-slope asphalt roofing projects from across North America based on four categories: Reasons for Selecting Asphalt, ...

Attend IRE Virtually

February 24, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

By Lauren White, RCS Assistant Editor. Log in March 2-4, 2021 for educational sessions, a virtual tradeshow, whiskey and cigar pairings and more! No matter where you are in the world, make sure you’re near your computer March 2-4, 2021 for the virtual portion of the International Roofing Expo (IRE). ...

IB Roof Systems™ Names 4 Star General Contracting, Inc. Contractor of the Year for Second Consecutive Year

February 24, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.

Antis Roofing & Waterproofing, Apex Roofing & Construction, Black Hills Exterior, Contractor’s Roof Service, Inc., G3 Commercial Roofing Recognized During IB Roof Systems’ Annual Contractors Retreat IB Roof Systems™, a leading provider of complete PVC roofing solutions for flat or low-sloped roofs, names 4 Star General Contracting, Inc., as its 2020 ...

SRS Distribution Recognized by Forbes

February 24, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.

SRS Distribution named to America’s Best Mid-Sized Employers List. SRS Distribution Inc.(“SRS”), one of the largest and fastest-growing building products distributors in the United States, today announced its inclusion in the Forbes 2021 list of America’s Best Mid-Sized Employers. SRS’s continued commitment to its employees proves to be successful as the organization ...

IRE Announces Virtual Edition Schedule of Events

February 22, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

By Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner. Three days of education, networking and live presentations at the 2021 Virtual International Roofing Expo. COVID-19 has changed our world, but roofing continues to protect structures across the country. The International Roofing Expo (IRE) also continues to provide what the industry needs with their upcoming IRE ...