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A glimpse into the industry of the American Dream
By Jenny Yu. Industry experts share their experience leading an annual roofing career summer camp that introduces high school students to the endless possibilities of the roofing industry. This past summer, the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) and the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals (VARP) teamed up with the ...
Secure your spot in paradise
By Dani Sheehan. Progressive Materials is bringing back their unforgettable customer trip. Find out how to qualify before the approaching deadline. Progressive Materials (PM) is heading back to paradise, and there’s still time to join them! The November 15 deadline to qualify for PM’s 2026 customer trip is fast approaching, ...
The ultimate roofing tailgate tour
By Emma Peterson. How SRS Distribution’s XTV Team turns tailgates into unforgettable roofing events. Looking for a fun way to build your roofing community and professional network? Look no further than SRS Distribution’s Xtreme Tailgate Vehicle (XTV) tour! XTV is a fleet of SRS vehicles that travel the ...
Announcing the 2025-2026 WSRCA officers and board of directors!
By WSRCA. These individuals volunteer their time to make membership with WSRCA a worthwhile investment, and the roofing community a better place! For decades, the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) has served the roofing industry through sharing education, creating spaces for communication, hosting the Western Roofing Expo and more. All of ...
Raising the roof and the bar on giving back
By Emma Peterson. Learn how this industry organization takes connecting and serving the community to another level. Recently, The Coffee Shops™ had the chance to host Mikell Bollinger, vice president of community engagement at SRS Distribution and the executive director of their charitable arm, SRS Raise the Roof Foundation, ...
Building a stronger industry through recovery
By Emma Peterson. The roofing industry is coming together at events like Swing Fore Recovery to raise awareness of mental health and addiction recovery. In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Alex Tolle hosted Stephen Spence from Project Map It and Paul and Kim Reed from Roofers in Recovery ...
Join the Roofing Alliance: Elevate the industry together
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Give back and get involved. When I look at what the Roofing Alliance has accomplished, I am constantly amazed by the positive impact it has on our industry. From celebrating the best of the best through the MVP Awards to showcasing student talent at the annual Student Competition, ...
Making mental health a safety priority
By Dani Sheehan. Prioritizing mental health and suicide prevention is just as essential to roofing safety as harnesses and hard hats. September 8-12, 2025, marks Construction Suicide Prevention Week, a nationwide effort to raise awareness about a challenge that affects every corner of our industry. In a recent episode of ...
Suicide Prevention Month resources
By Jenny Yu. This September, take time to prioritize your crew’s mental health. A 2023 study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that the suicide rate in construction occupations is nearly four times greater than the national average and five times greater than that of all ...
You could win a summer crew appreciation package!
By Dani Sheehan. Show your crew some love this summer by staying updated on Henry Restoration Systems. Roofing crews work hard — especially in the summer heat. To recognize that dedication, Henry®, a Carlisle Company, is rolling out a special Summer Crew Appreciation Giveaway designed to help keep teams cool, ...
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