What the $24 billion metal roofing market means for sheet metal contractors
Global metal roofing is tracking toward $24 billion in 2026, growing 4 to 5 percent annually. Architects want matte finishes, deeper corrugations, and insulated metal panels. Contractors who only pitch one profile are losing work.
Private equity bought a roofing platform every 48 hours in 2025
Private equity acquired a U.S. roofing platform every 48 hours through 2025. Strategic buyers want commercial. PE roll-ups want residential. If your phone is ringing, read what the buyer is telling you before you take the meeting.
IECC 2024 raised the R-value bar for commercial roofs
IECC 2024 pushed commercial roof minimums to R-25 in zones 3 to 5 and R-30 in zones 6 to 8. Wisconsin and Illinois sit on that split. Most retrofits priced under old code now fail current standards.
349,000 workers short: how commercial roofers actually hire in 2026
Construction needs 349,000 net new workers in 2026, per ABC. Posting on Indeed will not fix it. What is actually working at the field-leader level: paying for training, hiring on attitude from outside the trade, and building a career path that does not require a four-year degree.
TPO took the market, EPDM did not die: a 2026 spec writer’s call
Single-ply now holds 47 percent of the commercial roofing market and TPO is the fastest growing piece at 6.79 percent CAGR. EPDM keeps its corner in cold climates and chemical exposure. The right call depends on climate zone, not vendor preference.
How the 50 percent metal tariff is reshaping commercial roofing bids
Section 232 tariffs sit at 50 percent of full customs value on imported steel and aluminum after the April 2026 proclamation. Aluminum mill shapes are up 33 percent year over year. If your bid sheet still runs on 2024 pricing, you are bidding to lose money.
988 saved more than 4,300 young lives. Here is what we still owe the rest.
A new JAMA study shows the 988 Lifeline cut youth suicide deaths 11 percent since launch, saving more than 4,300 lives. The win is real. The work is not done. Here is what every family with a firearm should do tonight, and what we still owe the rest.
5 Signs Your Roof Needs Attention Before It’s Too Late
Curling shingles, granule loss, attic leaks, rising energy bills, and age. A roofing industry veteran shares the warning signs every homeowner should know.
Why Customer Experience Is the Future of Home Services
Price and speed used to win in home services. Not anymore. The future belongs to companies that deliver exceptional customer experiences at every touchpoint.
What homeowners get wrong about contractor estimates
The cheapest estimate is rarely the best value. Homeowners who choose contractors based on price alone end up paying more in callbacks, repairs, and frustration. Learn what a good estimate actually includes and how to compare them properly.
How to give feedback that people actually hear
I once gave feedback so badly that three crew members put in for transfers. The fix: be specific, describe impact, say what you need, and then stop talking.
How I Balance Being an Executive, Advocate, and Father
Balance is a myth. Rhythm is real. How I manage being a Regional GM, gun violence prevention advocate, and father without choosing just one.
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