Technology is playing an increasingly important role in roofing, opening the doors for a new generation of roofers to enter the industry thanks to the appeal of advancements in drones and artificial technology making it easier than ever. Customer expectations are growing alongside these advancements. A report from digital and marketing technology solutions firm Scorpion…
Like other roofing business owners, brothers Eddie and Andrew Prchal (pronounced per-‘SHELL) understand how technology can streamline their business. Advancements in aerial measurements or estimating software make putting together quotes easier than ever. But the tech-forward Prchals wondered: what if they harnessed this contractor-specific software to simplify the roof-buying process? Enter Gunner, a roofing company…
To provide a more expansive view of the state of roofing in North America as 2024 gets underway, Roofing Contractor again caught up with industry leaders, asking for their perspectives on the prior year and what lies ahead. We share the following responses to complement the findings of the roofing contractors RC surveyed last fall,…
Over the past decade in roofing recruitment, I’ve witnessed a significant change impacting employers and employees: A decade ago, a simple job advertisement could yield numerous candidates eager for managerial and leadership roles within a roofing company. However, today’s landscape has drastically shifted; companies are now competing for top talent, emphasizing the importance of strategic…
Solar power is continuing to grow in popularity thanks to a combination of rising energy costs, new incentives, and an increased desire to generate energy from renewable sources. This surge in solar is ripe for opportunity – if roofing contractors are properly prepared. In RC’s 2023 State of the Industry report, 56% of residential contractors expect…
