Gunner, the online roofing pioneer, announced last week the launch of its ‘Under One Roof’ giveaway through its nonprofit Gunner Cares program. The giveaway is open to first responders, active-duty service members and veterans in Cleveland, Hartford, Conn., and Philadelphia. One winner from each market will receive a brand-new roof for their home, as Gunner…
GAF announced last week that it has placed 2,000 graduates in jobs across the United States through GAF Roofing Academy, the tuition-free program that prepares individuals for entry-level careers in roofing. The company described the high number of placements as a milestone, reaching just five years after the program, designed to help provide pathways to…
The Metal Construction Association announced its 2024 MCA Design Awards winners last week. The awards recognize member companies involved in constructing outstanding building projects that use metal in significant and innovative ways. The winners will be displayed on the Georgia World Congress Center showroom floor from October 30 to November 1 during METALCON 2024. “Every…
When the carnival-like atmosphere of the Republican National Convention descended on Milwaukee last July, the novelty appealed to Chris Lampien, principal of Great Lakes Roofing, who considered heading downtown to experience the hubbub firsthand. And why not? A major political party rarely comes to your proverbial backyard for its quadrennial nominating event. Still, judgment overruled…
Omnia Exterior Solutions, a CCMP Growth Advisors, LP portfolio company, announced last week that it had acquired Great Roofing and Restoration LLC, based in Westerville, Ohio. According to an August 22 news release, Great Roofing provides roofing, siding, gutter and general contracting services in the Cincinnati, Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio, markets, as well as Denver,…
Denver-based Scope Technologies announced last week the launch of its ProData Property Report SaaS platform providing roofing contractors and insurers with “essential data to support market expansion,” consider risk analysis, and gain operational efficiencies. “ProData Property Report is crafted to be both comprehensive and user-friendly, saving time and helping professionals make data-driven decisions that give…
Mule-Hide Products Co. announced last week it had launched a new warranty portal to help contractors manage all aspects of their Mule-Hide Products low-slope warranties, from completing applications to paying invoices. Securely accessed at mulehide.com, the company said the portal offers a variety of features that significantly streamline processes designed to reduce the potential for errors…
Wagner Roofing announced last month the appointment of Bob Kraft as president, Sergio Luise as vice president of Sales and Service and Sarah Reynolds as vice president of Finance and Accounting. The moves follow Dean Jagusch’s move from president to CEO of the 110-year-old, family-owned firm. Jagusch also began a three-year term as a board…
A devastating microburst hit the West Phoenix area last Wednesday evening, with wind gusts reported up to 77 miles per hour. The storm downed trees, inflicted severe damage to homes and buildings, and caused a warehouse roof system to fail, trapping a worker in the debris. It took three days before rescuers were able to…
Power Home Remodeling announced last Friday it had been recognized as one of Fortune’s ‘Best Workplaces for Millennials’ by Great Place To Work and Fortune magazine in 2024, earning a top spot at No. 8. “Earning this recognition is incredibly meaningful because of the importance millennials place on purpose-driven work,” said POWER’s co-CEO, Asher Raphael,…
