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Political shifts and changes from Washington D.C. to jobsites around the country
By Emma Peterson. Trent Cotney shares insights on how the 2025 political landscape is affecting the roofing industry. In a new Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth caught up with Trent Cotney to talk about how contractors and businesses are being impacted as the 2025 political landscape continues to evolve. If ...
MFM Building Products merges with NAC Products to create MFM Flooring Division
Joining forces to offer a broader range of construction solutions for both interior and exterior applications. MFM Building Products, a manufacturer of a full envelope of waterproofing and weather barrier products for the building industry, has merged with National Applied Construction (NAC) Products, Inc., to strengthen the company’s interior flooring crack ...
Silverthorne Fire Station set to open with comprehensive snow retention system for metal roof
Snow retention system to safely manage the region’s heavy snowfall and protect both people and property. When Summit Fire & EMS in Summit County, Colorado holds the grand opening of Station 10 in Silverthorne on June 4, there likely won’t be snow on the ground. However, the roof on the new ...
NRCA encourages roofing professionals to complete latest Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing
For more than two years, the survey has taken the pulse of the reroofing industry and continues to serve as a regular barometer of the industry’s business conditions. The National Roofing Contractors Association encourages roofing professionals to join industry trade associations representing contractors, consultants and manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada ...
Efren Arroyo joins MuleHide as territory manager for north and west Texas
Efren Arroyo has joined MuleHide as territory manager and is the company’s lead contact with customers in the territory. Efren Arroyo has joined low-slope roofing manufacturer MuleHide as territory manager for North and West Texas. He is the company’s lead contact with customers in the territory. His responsibilities include helping ensure that ...
Rising Stars Program hosts first-ever town hall to mark program growth
Backed by 15+ sponsors, Rising Stars trains young adults and supports diverse businesses to build a stronger construction workforce. The Rising Stars Program, a nonprofit that aims to close the skilled labor gap by connecting young adults with career pathways within the construction industry, proudly hosted its inaugural Town Hall in ...
MFM Building Products hires new representation for North Texas
Expanding representation of its waterproofing products in North Texas through seasoned distributor channels. MFM Building Products, a manufacturer of a full envelope of waterproofing and weather barrier products for the building industry, is pleased to announce that the firm has reached an agreement with Veteran Group Sales to represent MFM in ...
New Location Now Open: Kapolei, HI
Attention Oahu Contractors! Skip the long drive and traffic—your ultimate roofing supply destination is now in Kapolei! Stocked with top brands like TRI-BUILT, CertainTeed, Malarkey, GAF and more, our new one-stop shop has everything you need to get the job done right. Conveniently located on the west side, we’re here ...
Roofing Day in D.C.: The importance of advocacy
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Over 260 roofing professionals share needs for workforce development, immigration reform and fair tax policies during Roofing Day in D.C. 2025. Since 2018 the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) has brought the industry together each spring in Washington for Roofing Day in D.C. The annual event creates a ...
An intersection of opportunity and uncertainty
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. As we enter the second quarter of 2025, learn about the core factors influencing the U.S. roofing industry. In general, there is a lot of anxiety and concern in the U.S. construction industries as we enter Q2 of 2025. With labor uncertainties, mounting broad-based tariff pressure ...
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