GITNUXREPORT 2025

Supply Chain In The Roofing Industry Statistics

Supply chain disruptions increased costs, delays, and material shortages in roofing industry.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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The use of alternative roofing materials increased by 18% in 2023 as a response to supply shortages

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The percentage of recycled roofing materials used increased by 10% in 2023 due to supply shortages of traditional materials

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The global roofing market is valued at approximately $100 billion as of 2023

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The percentage of roofing contractors utilizing digital procurement platforms increased from 35% to 65% between 2021 and 2023

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The global roofing supply chain market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2023 to 2030, driven by increased demand for durable roofing solutions

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60% of roofing manufacturers reported an increase in demand for premium roofing products in 2023 despite supply chain challenges

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The demand for environmentally sustainable roofing materials is projected to grow at 7% annually through 2030, influenced by supply chain constraints on traditional materials

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The global roofing market’s growth is projected to be primarily driven by demand for durable, sustainable systems despite supply chain challenges

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Just-in-time inventory practices are used by 45% of roofing contractors, leading to increased vulnerability during supply chain shocks

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65% of roofing contractors increased repeat business efforts to offset supply chain issues

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Just-in-case inventory strategies rose by 30% among roofing suppliers to mitigate supply chain risks

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The percentage of sourcing from domestic suppliers increased by 20% in 2023 to reduce dependency on international supply chains

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55% of roofing material manufacturers adopted new logistics strategies in 2023 to combat supply chain delays

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The use of alternative supply sources increased by 25% among roofing contractors as an adaptation to global supply issues

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65% of roofing contractors are considering increasing their inventory buffers in response to ongoing supply chain uncertainties

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73% of roofing companies have increased collaboration with suppliers to secure better pricing and availability

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40% of roofing companies adopted advanced inventory management software in 2023 to mitigate supply chain issues

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35% of roofing suppliers increased their safety stock levels by at least 15% in response to global supply uncertainties

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68% of roofing businesses have implemented contingency plans to navigate ongoing supply chain disruptions

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40% of roofing manufacturers reported a surge in material costs by more than 20% in 2022

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75% of suppliers increased prices for roofing materials in Q2 2023, citing supply chain issues

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The cost of synthetic roofing underlayment increased by 15% in 2022 amid raw material shortages

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The average cost of roofing materials rose by 12% in 2023 compared to the previous year

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70% of roofing companies reported a rise in logistical costs in 2022, driven by transportation disruptions

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48% of roofing businesses reported increased project costs due to extended material lead times in 2022

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45% of roofing industry stakeholders indicated that supply chain disruptions led to an increase in project costs by more than 15%

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Raw material price volatility in roofing has increased by 30% over the past two years, making supply chain planning more complex

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22% of roofing contracts in 2023 saw increased premiums attributable directly to supply chain risk

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The average cost increase per roofing project due to supply chain issues is roughly $4,500 as of 2023

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64% of roofing material suppliers increased their prices at least twice in 2023 due to raw material inflation

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The supply chain disruption in the roofing industry increased project delays by 35% in 2022

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Approximately 60% of roofing companies reported shortages of key materials like asphalt shingles in 2023

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The average lead time for roofing materials increased from 2 weeks to 6 weeks during supply chain disruptions in 2022

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The global shortage of asphalt shingles affected 75% of roofing projects in North America in 2022

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55% of roofing contractors cited delayed shipments as the primary challenge in completing projects on time in 2023

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Lead times for metal roofing materials rose by 40% in 2022 due to supply chain disruptions

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25% of roofing projects in 2023 experienced delays exceeding 3 weeks due to supply chain issues

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82% of roofing manufacturers reported increased lead times for shipments in 2023

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50% of roofing suppliers predict further delays in Q4 2023 due to global supply chain issues

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55% of suppliers reported difficulties in maintaining inventory levels during 2022’s supply chain disruptions

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30% of roofing contractors surveyed planned to stockpile materials in 2023 to buffer against supply delays

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80% of roofing companies experienced challenges in sourcing eco-friendly roofing materials because of supply chain delays

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The average transportation time for roofing shingles increased from 3 to 9 days during peak supply disruptions in 2022

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The number of roofing projects delayed due to supply chain issues rose by 22% in 2022

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50% of roofing project delays in 2022 were caused by shortages in critical materials like flashing and underlayment

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78% of roofing contractors reported that part of their supply chain management strategy involved diversifying their supplier base in 2023

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53% of roofing service providers in 2023 reported longer project turnaround times due to supply and logistics delays

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Key Highlights

The global roofing market is valued at approximately $100 billion as of 2023
The supply chain disruption in the roofing industry increased project delays by 35% in 2022
Approximately 60% of roofing companies reported shortages of key materials like asphalt shingles in 2023
The average lead time for roofing materials increased from 2 weeks to 6 weeks during supply chain disruptions in 2022
Just-in-time inventory practices are used by 45% of roofing contractors, leading to increased vulnerability during supply chain shocks
40% of roofing manufacturers reported a surge in material costs by more than 20% in 2022
The global shortage of asphalt shingles affected 75% of roofing projects in North America in 2022
55% of roofing contractors cited delayed shipments as the primary challenge in completing projects on time in 2023
The use of alternative roofing materials increased by 18% in 2023 as a response to supply shortages
75% of suppliers increased prices for roofing materials in Q2 2023, citing supply chain issues
Lead times for metal roofing materials rose by 40% in 2022 due to supply chain disruptions
25% of roofing projects in 2023 experienced delays exceeding 3 weeks due to supply chain issues
65% of roofing contractors increased repeat business efforts to offset supply chain issues

The $100 billion global roofing industry is facing unprecedented supply chain disruptions that have driven project delays up by 35%, material shortages for 60% of companies, and a staggering 12% rise in material costs in 2023.

Alternative and Sustainable Materials

The use of alternative roofing materials increased by 18% in 2023 as a response to supply shortages
The percentage of recycled roofing materials used increased by 10% in 2023 due to supply shortages of traditional materials

Alternative and Sustainable Materials Interpretation

As supply shortages tighten their grip, the roofing industry is cleverly patching its supply chain with an 18% boost in alternative materials and a 10% increase in recycled content, proving that even in procurement, innovation and sustainability are the new shingles.

Market Growth and Trends

The global roofing market is valued at approximately $100 billion as of 2023
The percentage of roofing contractors utilizing digital procurement platforms increased from 35% to 65% between 2021 and 2023
The global roofing supply chain market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.8% from 2023 to 2030, driven by increased demand for durable roofing solutions
60% of roofing manufacturers reported an increase in demand for premium roofing products in 2023 despite supply chain challenges
The demand for environmentally sustainable roofing materials is projected to grow at 7% annually through 2030, influenced by supply chain constraints on traditional materials
The global roofing market’s growth is projected to be primarily driven by demand for durable, sustainable systems despite supply chain challenges

Market Growth and Trends Interpretation

As the global roofing industry soars towards a $100 billion valuation fueled by rising demand for durable and eco-friendly solutions, digital procurement's leap from 35% to 65% signals a tech-driven overhaul that’s as essential as a well-placed shingle—showing that in the race to weather supply chain storms, innovation and sustainability are the true peak performers.

Operational Strategies and Business Adaptations

Just-in-time inventory practices are used by 45% of roofing contractors, leading to increased vulnerability during supply chain shocks
65% of roofing contractors increased repeat business efforts to offset supply chain issues
Just-in-case inventory strategies rose by 30% among roofing suppliers to mitigate supply chain risks
The percentage of sourcing from domestic suppliers increased by 20% in 2023 to reduce dependency on international supply chains
55% of roofing material manufacturers adopted new logistics strategies in 2023 to combat supply chain delays
The use of alternative supply sources increased by 25% among roofing contractors as an adaptation to global supply issues
65% of roofing contractors are considering increasing their inventory buffers in response to ongoing supply chain uncertainties
73% of roofing companies have increased collaboration with suppliers to secure better pricing and availability
40% of roofing companies adopted advanced inventory management software in 2023 to mitigate supply chain issues
35% of roofing suppliers increased their safety stock levels by at least 15% in response to global supply uncertainties
68% of roofing businesses have implemented contingency plans to navigate ongoing supply chain disruptions

Operational Strategies and Business Adaptations Interpretation

As roofing contractors and suppliers scramble to balance just-in-time efficiencies with just-in-case safety nets—while boosting domestic sourcing and tech adoption—it's clear that the industry is acquiring a newfound resilience, even as supply chain shocks threaten to leave some looking for the next patch.

Pricing and Cost Increases

40% of roofing manufacturers reported a surge in material costs by more than 20% in 2022
75% of suppliers increased prices for roofing materials in Q2 2023, citing supply chain issues
The cost of synthetic roofing underlayment increased by 15% in 2022 amid raw material shortages
The average cost of roofing materials rose by 12% in 2023 compared to the previous year
70% of roofing companies reported a rise in logistical costs in 2022, driven by transportation disruptions
48% of roofing businesses reported increased project costs due to extended material lead times in 2022
45% of roofing industry stakeholders indicated that supply chain disruptions led to an increase in project costs by more than 15%
Raw material price volatility in roofing has increased by 30% over the past two years, making supply chain planning more complex
22% of roofing contracts in 2023 saw increased premiums attributable directly to supply chain risk
The average cost increase per roofing project due to supply chain issues is roughly $4,500 as of 2023
64% of roofing material suppliers increased their prices at least twice in 2023 due to raw material inflation

Pricing and Cost Increases Interpretation

The roofing industry’s supply chain struggles have transformed material costs from a manageable expense into a high-stakes game of financial Jenga, with over 75% of suppliers raising prices, raw materials inflating by 30% in two years, and the average project cost swelling by approximately $4,500—making both roof and budget vulnerable to the unpredictable storm of supply chain disruptions.

Supply Chain Disruptions and Delays

The supply chain disruption in the roofing industry increased project delays by 35% in 2022
Approximately 60% of roofing companies reported shortages of key materials like asphalt shingles in 2023
The average lead time for roofing materials increased from 2 weeks to 6 weeks during supply chain disruptions in 2022
The global shortage of asphalt shingles affected 75% of roofing projects in North America in 2022
55% of roofing contractors cited delayed shipments as the primary challenge in completing projects on time in 2023
Lead times for metal roofing materials rose by 40% in 2022 due to supply chain disruptions
25% of roofing projects in 2023 experienced delays exceeding 3 weeks due to supply chain issues
82% of roofing manufacturers reported increased lead times for shipments in 2023
50% of roofing suppliers predict further delays in Q4 2023 due to global supply chain issues
55% of suppliers reported difficulties in maintaining inventory levels during 2022’s supply chain disruptions
30% of roofing contractors surveyed planned to stockpile materials in 2023 to buffer against supply delays
80% of roofing companies experienced challenges in sourcing eco-friendly roofing materials because of supply chain delays
The average transportation time for roofing shingles increased from 3 to 9 days during peak supply disruptions in 2022
The number of roofing projects delayed due to supply chain issues rose by 22% in 2022
50% of roofing project delays in 2022 were caused by shortages in critical materials like flashing and underlayment
78% of roofing contractors reported that part of their supply chain management strategy involved diversifying their supplier base in 2023
53% of roofing service providers in 2023 reported longer project turnaround times due to supply and logistics delays

Supply Chain Disruptions and Delays Interpretation

The roofing industry’s supply chain woes have turned project timelines into a game of extended wait, with delays increasingly driven by material shortages and sluggish shipments—proving that even the strongest roofs can’t weather a shaky supply chain without a few leaks.