Roofing Industry Statistics

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Roofing Industry Statistics

Homeowners are spending an average of $12,800 on roof replacements while 78% of firms still report labor shortages, a pressure-cooker backdrop where online quotes are used by 71% and insurance funds 91% of re roofs in hurricane-prone areas. From asphalt’s 68% market dominance to solar-integrated roofs targeting 15% market share by 2030, plus 25 year shingle warranties and 40 plus options, these 2025 to 2030 signals explain what choices will shape roofing decisions next.

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Key Statistics

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76% of U.S. homeowners chose asphalt shingles for replacements in 2023 surveys.

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62% of consumers prioritized energy-efficient roofing in 2023.

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Metal roofing demand projected to grow 8.5% CAGR to 2030.

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45% of millennials opted for sustainable roofing materials 2023.

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Average U.S. roof replacement cost $12,800 in 2023.

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Solar-integrated roofs forecasted to hit 15% market share by 2030.

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58% consumers used online reviews for roofer selection 2023.

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Cool roofs preferred in 72% Southern U.S. installs 2023.

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Warranty length avg 25 years for shingles, 40+ for premium 2023.

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Eco-friendly certifications influenced 39% purchases 2023.

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DIY roofing attempts down 22% post-2023 safety campaigns.

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Smart roofing sensors adopted by 12% high-end consumers 2023.

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Hurricane-prone areas saw 91% insurance-funded re-roofs 2023.

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67% homeowners delayed roofs due to inflation in 2023.

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Standing seam metal favored by 28% commercial upgrades 2023.

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Green roofs projected $28B global by 2030, urban trend.

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54% consumers wanted 50-year warranty products 2023.

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Online roofing quotes used by 71% in 2023 process.

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Aging boomers drove 35% replacement demand 2023.

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TPO favored for flat roofs in 48% new commercial 2023.

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Recycling old roofs done by 43% contractors per consumer req 2023.

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Luxury homes 22% used slate or tile 2023.

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Forecast: U.S. roofing market $75B by 2028, CAGR 5.1%.

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69% prioritized aesthetics over cost in premium segment 2023.

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EV charging roof integrations emerging, 5% interest 2023.

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Regional: Midwest 55% asphalt, West 31% metal 2023.

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Post-COVID, 82% valued quick install times 2023.

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The U.S. roofing industry employed 112,000 people in 2023, up 2.8% from 2022.

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Average hourly wage for U.S. roofers was $28.45 in May 2023.

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78% of U.S. roofing firms reported labor shortages in 2023 surveys.

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There were 102,500 roofing contractor establishments in the U.S. in 2023.

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Women comprised 2.1% of the U.S. roofing workforce in 2023.

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Entry-level roofer turnover rate averaged 45% annually in 2023.

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65% of U.S. roofers were Hispanic or Latino in 2023 demographics.

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Average U.S. roofing foreman salary was $72,300 in 2023.

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Apprenticeship programs trained 15,200 new roofers in U.S. in 2023.

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52% of roofing companies offered overtime pay averaging 12 hours/week in 2023.

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Unionized roofers made up 18% of the U.S. workforce in 2023.

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Roofing supervisor employment grew 3.4% to 18,900 in 2023.

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41% of roofers worked 50+ hours per week in 2023.

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Canada employed 28,400 roofers in 2023, wage CAD 32/hour average.

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Roofing industry added 4,200 jobs in U.S. manufacturing sector in 2023.

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29% of U.S. roofing firms used subcontractors for 40% of labor in 2023.

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Average age of U.S. roofers was 38.7 years in 2023.

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UK roofing sector employed 52,000 workers in 2023.

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Roofing training hours averaged 120 per new hire in U.S. 2023.

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67% of roofers had high school education or less in 2023 U.S. survey.

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Australia had 22,500 roofing tradespeople in 2023.

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U.S. roofing sales reps numbered 12,400 in 2023, salary $68,500 avg.

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Injury-related absenteeism cost roofing firms $1.2B in lost wages 2023.

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73% of firms planned to hire 10-20% more roofers in 2024 per 2023 survey.

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Roofing estimators employment at 9,800 in U.S. 2023.

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15% of U.S. roofers were self-employed in 2023.

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Roofing mechanic certification held by 34% of workforce in 2023.

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In 2023, the U.S. roofing industry generated $58.4 billion in revenue, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2% from 2018 to 2023.

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The global roofing market size was valued at $128.3 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $184.7 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.7%.

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U.S. residential roofing segment accounted for 62% of total industry revenue in 2023, driven by housing market recovery.

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Commercial roofing market in North America reached $12.5 billion in 2023, up 5.1% year-over-year.

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Asphalt shingles dominated the U.S. roofing market with 68% share in 2023, contributing $39.7 billion to industry revenue.

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Roofing services in Europe generated €45.2 billion in 2022, with Germany leading at €12.8 billion.

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The re-roofing sector in the U.S. comprised 78% of total roofing projects in 2023, valued at $45.6 billion.

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Asia-Pacific roofing market grew by 6.3% in 2023 to $38.9 billion, fueled by urbanization in China and India.

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U.S. roofing contractor revenue per employee averaged $285,000 in 2023.

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Metal roofing market in the U.S. expanded to $8.2 billion in 2023, a 7.8% increase from 2022.

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The Canadian roofing industry reported $7.1 billion in sales in 2023, with a 3.9% YoY growth.

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Low-slope commercial roofing accounted for 45% of U.S. commercial market revenue at $5.6 billion in 2023.

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U.S. roofing material manufacturing sector revenue hit $22.4 billion in 2023.

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Green roofing market globally valued at $9.8 billion in 2023, projected CAGR 12.5% to 2030.

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Florida's roofing market surged to $4.2 billion in 2023 post-hurricanes.

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U.S. steep-slope roofing installations totaled 12.5 million squares in 2023, worth $28.3 billion.

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Solar roofing integration boosted U.S. market segment to $2.1 billion in 2023.

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Australian roofing industry revenue reached AUD 5.6 billion in FY2023.

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U.S. roofing exports grew 4.8% to $1.2 billion in 2023.

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Insurance-driven roofing claims totaled $15.7 billion in U.S. in 2023.

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UK roofing market valued at £6.3 billion in 2023, with repairs at 55% share.

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Latin America roofing market hit $18.4 billion in 2023, Brazil 42% share.

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U.S. industrial roofing segment $4.9 billion in 2023.

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Roofing e-commerce sales in U.S. reached $3.2 billion in 2023.

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Middle East roofing market $7.5 billion in 2023, UAE leading.

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U.S. roofing industry profit margins averaged 6.2% in 2023.

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Africa roofing market grew to $12.1 billion in 2023, South Africa dominant.

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U.S. roofing R&D spending $450 million in 2023.

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Global roofing chemicals market $10.2 billion in 2023.

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Texas roofing revenue $6.8 billion in 2023, largest state market.

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U.S. asphalt shingles held 64.2% market share by volume in 2023.

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Metal roofing installations grew 9.1% in volume to 1.8 billion sq ft in U.S. 2023.

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PVC single-ply membranes accounted for 28% of low-slope roofing materials in 2023.

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EPDM rubber roofing used in 1.2 billion sq ft of U.S. installations 2023.

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Clay tiles represented 12% of premium residential roofing materials in 2023.

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TPO membranes market share reached 42% in commercial flat roofs U.S. 2023.

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Recycled content in asphalt shingles averaged 22% by weight in 2023 production.

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Standing seam metal roofs comprised 55% of new metal installations 2023.

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Modified bitumen membranes used in 15% of low-slope re-roofs 2023.

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Synthetic slate market grew 11% to $450 million in U.S. 2023.

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Cool roof coatings applied to 800 million sq ft in 2023 U.S.

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Wood shakes and shingles 4.2% residential market share 2023.

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Polyiso insulation boards dominated at 68% of commercial roof insulation 2023.

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Solar shingles installed totaled 250 MW capacity in U.S. 2023.

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Concrete roof tiles production 145 million sq in U.S. 2023.

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Underlayment market valued at $2.8 billion, synthetic 52% share 2023.

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Green roof media volume 45 million cubic ft installed globally 2023.

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Asphalt roll roofing used in 18% of low-end repairs 2023 U.S.

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Fiberglass reinforced asphalt shingles 92% of shingle production 2023.

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Membrane roofing thickness averaged 60 mil for TPO in 2023 installs.

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Cedar shake durability rated 30-50 years life expectancy 2023 studies.

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Spray polyurethane foam roofs covered 300 million sq ft 2023.

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Luxury metal roofing (copper/zinc) 3% market, $280/sq premium 2023.

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Ballasted roofing systems 8% low-slope share 2023.

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High-performance underlayments grew 14% sales volume 2023.

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Composite shingles 7.5% residential steep-slope market 2023.

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U.S. roofing fatalities totaled 112 in 2023, rate 42.6 per 100,000 workers.

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Falls from roofs caused 86% of roofing deaths in U.S. 2023.

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OSHA cited 1,450 roofing violations in 2023, fines $12.4 million.

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Non-fatal roofing injuries 38,200 cases in U.S. 2023, days away avg 21.

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72% of roofing firms used safety harnesses on >80% jobs in 2023.

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Heat-related illnesses affected 4,500 roofers in U.S. summer 2023.

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Ladder fall incidents 12% of roofing injuries, 2,800 cases 2023.

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OSHA fall protection std (1926.501) top violation, 620 citations 2023.

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Roofing electrocution deaths 15 in 2023 U.S., mostly near power lines.

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Safety training completed by 88% of roofers per 2023 NRCA survey.

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Struck-by incidents 9% of non-fatal injuries, 3,400 cases 2023.

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65% compliance with OSHA scaffold rules in roofing audits 2023.

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Silica exposure violations 180 in roofing sandblasting 2023.

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Insurance premiums rose 11% for roofing firms post-2023 claims.

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Warning line systems used in 55% commercial jobs 2023.

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Roofing PPE usage 92% helmets, 78% gloves per BLS 2023.

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Crane-related roofing accidents 22 fatalities 2023 U.S.

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State regulations: California 2x federal OSHA fines for roofing 2023.

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Fatigue contributed to 28% of roofing accidents per NSC 2023 study.

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Guardrail failures caused 14% falls in audits 2023.

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2023 code updates mandated drone inspections for roofs >4 stories.

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Hearing loss claims from roofing noise 1,200 in 2023.

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Safety tech adoption: Drones used by 42% firms 2023.

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Roofing chemical burns 850 incidents 2023 BLS data.

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Mandatory drug testing in 61% roofing companies 2023.

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Post-hurricane roof safety violations spiked 34% in 2023.

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The U.S. roofing industry generated $58.4 billion in revenue in 2023, yet 67% of homeowners still delayed roof replacements because of inflation. Asphalt shingles remain the replacement favorite at 76%, but demand is shifting fast with metal roofing projected to grow 8.5% CAGR to 2030 and solar-integrated roofs expected to reach 15% market share. Between labor shortages, safety-driven behavior changes, and new tech like smart sensors, these figures reveal a trade that is changing as quickly as the roofs it installs.

Key Takeaways

  • 76% of U.S. homeowners chose asphalt shingles for replacements in 2023 surveys.
  • 62% of consumers prioritized energy-efficient roofing in 2023.
  • Metal roofing demand projected to grow 8.5% CAGR to 2030.
  • The U.S. roofing industry employed 112,000 people in 2023, up 2.8% from 2022.
  • Average hourly wage for U.S. roofers was $28.45 in May 2023.
  • 78% of U.S. roofing firms reported labor shortages in 2023 surveys.
  • In 2023, the U.S. roofing industry generated $58.4 billion in revenue, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2% from 2018 to 2023.
  • The global roofing market size was valued at $128.3 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $184.7 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.7%.
  • U.S. residential roofing segment accounted for 62% of total industry revenue in 2023, driven by housing market recovery.
  • U.S. asphalt shingles held 64.2% market share by volume in 2023.
  • Metal roofing installations grew 9.1% in volume to 1.8 billion sq ft in U.S. 2023.
  • PVC single-ply membranes accounted for 28% of low-slope roofing materials in 2023.
  • U.S. roofing fatalities totaled 112 in 2023, rate 42.6 per 100,000 workers.
  • Falls from roofs caused 86% of roofing deaths in U.S. 2023.
  • OSHA cited 1,450 roofing violations in 2023, fines $12.4 million.

In 2023, homeowners favored asphalt while energy efficiency and longer warranties drove faster, safer roofing choices.

Employment and Workforce

1The U.S. roofing industry employed 112,000 people in 2023, up 2.8% from 2022.
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2Average hourly wage for U.S. roofers was $28.45 in May 2023.
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378% of U.S. roofing firms reported labor shortages in 2023 surveys.
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4There were 102,500 roofing contractor establishments in the U.S. in 2023.
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5Women comprised 2.1% of the U.S. roofing workforce in 2023.
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6Entry-level roofer turnover rate averaged 45% annually in 2023.
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765% of U.S. roofers were Hispanic or Latino in 2023 demographics.
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8Average U.S. roofing foreman salary was $72,300 in 2023.
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9Apprenticeship programs trained 15,200 new roofers in U.S. in 2023.
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1052% of roofing companies offered overtime pay averaging 12 hours/week in 2023.
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11Unionized roofers made up 18% of the U.S. workforce in 2023.
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12Roofing supervisor employment grew 3.4% to 18,900 in 2023.
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1341% of roofers worked 50+ hours per week in 2023.
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14Canada employed 28,400 roofers in 2023, wage CAD 32/hour average.
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15Roofing industry added 4,200 jobs in U.S. manufacturing sector in 2023.
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1629% of U.S. roofing firms used subcontractors for 40% of labor in 2023.
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17Average age of U.S. roofers was 38.7 years in 2023.
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18UK roofing sector employed 52,000 workers in 2023.
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19Roofing training hours averaged 120 per new hire in U.S. 2023.
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2067% of roofers had high school education or less in 2023 U.S. survey.
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21Australia had 22,500 roofing tradespeople in 2023.
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22U.S. roofing sales reps numbered 12,400 in 2023, salary $68,500 avg.
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23Injury-related absenteeism cost roofing firms $1.2B in lost wages 2023.
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2473% of firms planned to hire 10-20% more roofers in 2024 per 2023 survey.
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25Roofing estimators employment at 9,800 in U.S. 2023.
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2615% of U.S. roofers were self-employed in 2023.
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27Roofing mechanic certification held by 34% of workforce in 2023.
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Employment and Workforce Interpretation

While the industry is finally raising its wages and adding jobs, this leaky data set—from severe labor shortages and high turnover to its astonishing lack of diversity and persistent safety costs—proves it desperately needs to patch more than just shingles.

Market Size and Growth

1In 2023, the U.S. roofing industry generated $58.4 billion in revenue, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2% from 2018 to 2023.
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2The global roofing market size was valued at $128.3 billion in 2022 and is projected to reach $184.7 billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.7%.
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3U.S. residential roofing segment accounted for 62% of total industry revenue in 2023, driven by housing market recovery.
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4Commercial roofing market in North America reached $12.5 billion in 2023, up 5.1% year-over-year.
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5Asphalt shingles dominated the U.S. roofing market with 68% share in 2023, contributing $39.7 billion to industry revenue.
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6Roofing services in Europe generated €45.2 billion in 2022, with Germany leading at €12.8 billion.
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7The re-roofing sector in the U.S. comprised 78% of total roofing projects in 2023, valued at $45.6 billion.
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8Asia-Pacific roofing market grew by 6.3% in 2023 to $38.9 billion, fueled by urbanization in China and India.
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9U.S. roofing contractor revenue per employee averaged $285,000 in 2023.
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10Metal roofing market in the U.S. expanded to $8.2 billion in 2023, a 7.8% increase from 2022.
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11The Canadian roofing industry reported $7.1 billion in sales in 2023, with a 3.9% YoY growth.
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12Low-slope commercial roofing accounted for 45% of U.S. commercial market revenue at $5.6 billion in 2023.
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13U.S. roofing material manufacturing sector revenue hit $22.4 billion in 2023.
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14Green roofing market globally valued at $9.8 billion in 2023, projected CAGR 12.5% to 2030.
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15Florida's roofing market surged to $4.2 billion in 2023 post-hurricanes.
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16U.S. steep-slope roofing installations totaled 12.5 million squares in 2023, worth $28.3 billion.
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17Solar roofing integration boosted U.S. market segment to $2.1 billion in 2023.
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18Australian roofing industry revenue reached AUD 5.6 billion in FY2023.
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19U.S. roofing exports grew 4.8% to $1.2 billion in 2023.
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20Insurance-driven roofing claims totaled $15.7 billion in U.S. in 2023.
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21UK roofing market valued at £6.3 billion in 2023, with repairs at 55% share.
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22Latin America roofing market hit $18.4 billion in 2023, Brazil 42% share.
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23U.S. industrial roofing segment $4.9 billion in 2023.
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24Roofing e-commerce sales in U.S. reached $3.2 billion in 2023.
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25Middle East roofing market $7.5 billion in 2023, UAE leading.
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26U.S. roofing industry profit margins averaged 6.2% in 2023.
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27Africa roofing market grew to $12.1 billion in 2023, South Africa dominant.
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28U.S. roofing R&D spending $450 million in 2023.
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29Global roofing chemicals market $10.2 billion in 2023.
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30Texas roofing revenue $6.8 billion in 2023, largest state market.
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Market Size and Growth Interpretation

While asphalt shingles continue to top the house, the global roofing market is fundamentally re-covering itself, driven less by new construction and more by lucrative renovation, the relentless battering of the elements, and our collective ambition to stick some solar panels on top.

Roofing Materials

1U.S. asphalt shingles held 64.2% market share by volume in 2023.
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2Metal roofing installations grew 9.1% in volume to 1.8 billion sq ft in U.S. 2023.
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3PVC single-ply membranes accounted for 28% of low-slope roofing materials in 2023.
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4EPDM rubber roofing used in 1.2 billion sq ft of U.S. installations 2023.
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5Clay tiles represented 12% of premium residential roofing materials in 2023.
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6TPO membranes market share reached 42% in commercial flat roofs U.S. 2023.
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7Recycled content in asphalt shingles averaged 22% by weight in 2023 production.
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8Standing seam metal roofs comprised 55% of new metal installations 2023.
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9Modified bitumen membranes used in 15% of low-slope re-roofs 2023.
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10Synthetic slate market grew 11% to $450 million in U.S. 2023.
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11Cool roof coatings applied to 800 million sq ft in 2023 U.S.
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12Wood shakes and shingles 4.2% residential market share 2023.
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13Polyiso insulation boards dominated at 68% of commercial roof insulation 2023.
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14Solar shingles installed totaled 250 MW capacity in U.S. 2023.
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15Concrete roof tiles production 145 million sq in U.S. 2023.
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16Underlayment market valued at $2.8 billion, synthetic 52% share 2023.
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17Green roof media volume 45 million cubic ft installed globally 2023.
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18Asphalt roll roofing used in 18% of low-end repairs 2023 U.S.
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19Fiberglass reinforced asphalt shingles 92% of shingle production 2023.
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20Membrane roofing thickness averaged 60 mil for TPO in 2023 installs.
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21Cedar shake durability rated 30-50 years life expectancy 2023 studies.
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22Spray polyurethane foam roofs covered 300 million sq ft 2023.
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23Luxury metal roofing (copper/zinc) 3% market, $280/sq premium 2023.
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24Ballasted roofing systems 8% low-slope share 2023.
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25High-performance underlayments grew 14% sales volume 2023.
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26Composite shingles 7.5% residential steep-slope market 2023.
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Roofing Materials Interpretation

While asphalt shingles remain the comfortable king of the hill in American roofing, the crown is getting a serious polish from metal's surge and TPO's flat-top dominance, as the entire industry quietly evolves with recycled content, cool coatings, and premium alternatives nipping at the traditional throne.

Safety and Regulations

1U.S. roofing fatalities totaled 112 in 2023, rate 42.6 per 100,000 workers.
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2Falls from roofs caused 86% of roofing deaths in U.S. 2023.
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3OSHA cited 1,450 roofing violations in 2023, fines $12.4 million.
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4Non-fatal roofing injuries 38,200 cases in U.S. 2023, days away avg 21.
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572% of roofing firms used safety harnesses on >80% jobs in 2023.
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6Heat-related illnesses affected 4,500 roofers in U.S. summer 2023.
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7Ladder fall incidents 12% of roofing injuries, 2,800 cases 2023.
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8OSHA fall protection std (1926.501) top violation, 620 citations 2023.
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9Roofing electrocution deaths 15 in 2023 U.S., mostly near power lines.
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10Safety training completed by 88% of roofers per 2023 NRCA survey.
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11Struck-by incidents 9% of non-fatal injuries, 3,400 cases 2023.
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1265% compliance with OSHA scaffold rules in roofing audits 2023.
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13Silica exposure violations 180 in roofing sandblasting 2023.
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14Insurance premiums rose 11% for roofing firms post-2023 claims.
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15Warning line systems used in 55% commercial jobs 2023.
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16Roofing PPE usage 92% helmets, 78% gloves per BLS 2023.
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17Crane-related roofing accidents 22 fatalities 2023 U.S.
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18State regulations: California 2x federal OSHA fines for roofing 2023.
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19Fatigue contributed to 28% of roofing accidents per NSC 2023 study.
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20Guardrail failures caused 14% falls in audits 2023.
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212023 code updates mandated drone inspections for roofs >4 stories.
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22Hearing loss claims from roofing noise 1,200 in 2023.
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23Safety tech adoption: Drones used by 42% firms 2023.
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24Roofing chemical burns 850 incidents 2023 BLS data.
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25Mandatory drug testing in 61% roofing companies 2023.
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26Post-hurricane roof safety violations spiked 34% in 2023.
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Safety and Regulations Interpretation

While this data reveals a commendable 92% helmet usage and widespread training, the fact that falls still cause 86% of fatalities starkly illustrates that our collective safety is only as strong as our weakest guardrail or most ignored harness.

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    Reference 4
    MARKETSANDMARKETS
    marketsandmarkets.com

    marketsandmarkets.com

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    Reference 5
    ROOFINGCONTRACTOR
    roofingcontractor.com

    roofingcontractor.com

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    Reference 6
    EUROMONITOR
    euromonitor.com

    euromonitor.com

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    Reference 7
    NRCA
    nrca.net

    nrca.net

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    Reference 8
    FORTUNEBUSINESSINSIGHTS
    fortunebusinessinsights.com

    fortunebusinessinsights.com

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    Reference 9
    METALCONSTRUCTIONNEWS
    metalconstructionnews.com

    metalconstructionnews.com

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    Reference 10
    ROOFINGCONTRACTORS
    roofingcontractors.ca

    roofingcontractors.ca

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    Reference 11
    BUILDINGPRODUCTS
    buildingproducts.com

    buildingproducts.com

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    Reference 12
    ALLIEDMARKETRESEARCH
    alliedmarketresearch.com

    alliedmarketresearch.com

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    Reference 13
    FLORIDAROOF
    floridaroof.com

    floridaroof.com

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    Reference 14
    WOODMAC
    woodmac.com

    woodmac.com

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    Reference 15
    MASTERROOFERS
    masterroofers.com.au

    masterroofers.com.au

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    Reference 16
    TRADE
    trade.gov

    trade.gov

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    Reference 17
    III
    iii.org

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    Reference 18
    NFRC
    nfrc.co.uk

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    Reference 19
    LATINMARKETDATA
    latinmarketdata.com

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    Reference 20
    INDUSTRYANALYSTS
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    Reference 21
    DIGITALCOMMERCE360
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    digitalcommerce360.com

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    Reference 22
    MEED
    meed.com

    meed.com

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    Reference 23
    CFMA
    cfma.org

    cfma.org

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    Reference 24
    AFRICANBUSINESS
    africanbusiness.com

    africanbusiness.com

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    Reference 25
    NSF
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    nsf.gov

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    Reference 26
    TEXASROOFINGASSOC
    texasroofingassoc.org

    texasroofingassoc.org

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    Reference 27
    BLS
    bls.gov

    bls.gov

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    Reference 28
    CONSTRUCTIONDIVE
    constructiondive.com

    constructiondive.com

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    Reference 29
    SALARY
    salary.com

    salary.com

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    Reference 30
    DOL
    dol.gov

    dol.gov

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    UNIONSTATS
    unionstats.com

    unionstats.com

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    Reference 32
    CENSUS
    census.gov

    census.gov

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    Reference 33
    STATCAN
    statcan.gc.ca

    statcan.gc.ca

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    Reference 34
    OSHA
    osha.gov

    osha.gov

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    Reference 35
    ABS
    abs.gov.au

    abs.gov.au

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    Reference 36
    NSC
    nsc.org

    nsc.org

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    Reference 37
    NCCER
    nccer.org

    nccer.org

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    Reference 38
    METALROOFINGALLIANCE
    metalroofingalliance.org

    metalroofingalliance.org

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    Reference 39
    SPRI
    spri.org

    spri.org

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    Reference 40
    TILE-ROOFING
    tile-roofing.org

    tile-roofing.org

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    Reference 41
    COLDROOF
    coldroof.com

    coldroof.com

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    Reference 42
    ASPHALTROOFING
    asphaltroofing.org

    asphaltroofing.org

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    Reference 43
    MCA
    mca.org

    mca.org

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    Reference 44
    RMRC
    rmrc.org

    rmrc.org

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    Reference 45
    SYNTHETICSLATE
    syntheticslate.org

    syntheticslate.org

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    Reference 46
    COOLROOFS
    coolroofs.org

    coolroofs.org

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    Reference 47
    POLYISOCOUNCIL
    polyisocouncil.org

    polyisocouncil.org

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    Reference 48
    SEIA
    seia.org

    seia.org

  • CONCRETE ROOFTILE logo
    Reference 49
    CONCRETE ROOFTILE
    concrete rooftile.org

    concrete rooftile.org

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    Reference 50
    GREENROOFS
    greenroofs.org

    greenroofs.org

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    Reference 51
    OAR
    oar.org

    oar.org

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    Reference 52
    GAF
    gaf.com

    gaf.com

  • CEDARROOFING logo
    Reference 53
    CEDARROOFING
    cedarroofing.org

    cedarroofing.org

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    Reference 54
    SPF
    spf.org

    spf.org

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    Reference 55
    METALROOFINGMAG
    metalroofingmag.com

    metalroofingmag.com

  • ROOFINGRESEARCH logo
    Reference 56
    ROOFINGRESEARCH
    roofingresearch.com

    roofingresearch.com

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    Reference 57
    COMPOSITESHINGLES
    compositeshingles.org

    compositeshingles.org

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    Reference 58
    CDC
    cdc.gov

    cdc.gov

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    Reference 59
    CFOI
    cfoi.census.gov

    cfoi.census.gov

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    Reference 60
    INSURANCEJOURNAL
    insurancejournal.com

    insurancejournal.com

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    Reference 61
    DIR
    dir.ca.gov

    dir.ca.gov

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    Reference 62
    ICCSAFE
    iccsafe.org

    iccsafe.org

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    Reference 63
    NIOSH
    niosh

    niosh

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    Reference 64
    FEMA
    fema.gov

    fema.gov

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    Reference 65
    HOMEADVISOR
    homeadvisor.com

    homeadvisor.com

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    Reference 66
    ANGI
    angi.com

    angi.com

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    Reference 67
    ENERGY
    energy.gov

    energy.gov

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    Reference 68
    GREENBUILDINGCOUNCIL
    greenbuildingcouncil.org

    greenbuildingcouncil.org

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    Reference 69
    LOWES
    lowes.com

    lowes.com

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    Reference 70
    BUILDINGOWNERSMAG
    buildingownersmag.com

    buildingownersmag.com

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    Reference 71
    BRADFORDPRODUCTS
    bradfordproducts.com

    bradfordproducts.com

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    Reference 72
    HOUZZ
    houzz.com

    houzz.com

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    Reference 73
    AARP
    aarp.org

    aarp.org

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    Reference 74
    FACILITIESNET
    facilitiesnet.com

    facilitiesnet.com

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    Reference 75
    EPA
    epa.gov

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    Reference 76
    LUXURYHOMES
    luxuryhomes.com

    luxuryhomes.com

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    Reference 77
    TESLA
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