Industry News
LRWA drives competence, professionalism and industry change in latest association update
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. The Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association continues to advance competence across the U.K. roofing industry. RoofersCoffeeShop.uk was proud to attend the recent LRWA awards ceremony and industry update, witnessing firsthand the momentum, innovation and leadership coming from the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA). As the ...
GAF kicks off wave of hiring at Newton manufacturing facility
The Newton facility represents a significant investment in Kansas manufacturing and is expected to create more than 130 high-skilled jobs in the region. GAF, North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, today announced new roles to support operations at its new shingles manufacturing facility in Newton, Kansas. The company offers careers ...
Capital City Roofing Licensing Platform expands into Charleston, South Carolina with Blake Grissom & Revive Roofing & Exteriors
Charleston expansion pairs Golden Door-winning sales leadership with Capital City Roofing’s growth platform, certifications and operating systems. Capital City Roofing today announced its expansion into the Charleston, South Carolina market through the company’s Capital City Roofing Licensing Platform, launching a new market presence in partnership with Blake Grissom of Revive Roofing ...
Employment rights bill signals change for contractors
By Jesse Sanchez. What roofing employers should know as new employment rules advance toward implementation across the industry. National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) is preparing roofing and cladding contractors for significant employment law changes as the Labour Government’s Employment Rights Bill nears final approval. The legislation received Royal Assent ...
Sherwin-Williams Kentucky expansion more than doubles capacity of coil coatings plant
This expansion leads the way for future industry growth. Sherwin-Williams Coil Coatings, the leading manufacturer of coil and extrusion metal coatings in the world, today announced it completed a major expansion at its coil coatings manufacturing plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky, to align production of its popular products with an expected ...
IKO celebrates grand opening of new fiberglass and fiberglass mat manufacturing facilities in South Carolina
The new $500+ million investment strengthens IKO’s manufacturing network and creates nearly 200 local jobs. IKO North America proudly celebrated the official grand opening of its new fiberglass manufacturing facility and glass mat plant in Chester County, South Carolina. This milestone marks the completion of more than $500 million in investments ...
Immigration bill targets roofing labor shortages
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how proposed immigration reform aims to balance border security with workforce stability in the roofing industry. Roofing contractors across the United States are continuing to navigate persistent labor shortages that are affecting project timelines, increasing costs and limiting long-term growth. As these pressures intensify, industry organizations ...
Why affordable housing belongs on the industry’s advocacy agenda
By Dani Sheehan. Roofing Day in D.C. offers an opportunity to advocate in support of policies that strengthen communities and expand access to safe, reliable housing. The U.S. is currently facing a shortage of roughly 1.5 million housing units each year. Not only does this gap create challenges for homebuyers ...
The Great British Slate Off returns for 2026!
InstallerSHOW 2026 runs 23-25 June at the NEC in Birmingham and will attract an audience of 40,000 construction trades professionals over the three-day event. The stage is set at InstallerSHOW 2026, and this year, the spotlight on roofing will be bigger than ever. At the heart of it will be the ...
February 2026 updates from the TRI Alliance for roofing professionals
By The Tile Roofing Industry Alliance. From immigration and labor policies to tariffs and federal funding, learn about the legal changes impacting the industry. As we get closer to April and the National Roofing Contractors Association’s annual Roofing Day in D.C., advocacy is top of mind for many professionals ...
