For the trade

About

About The Ridge Report

The Ridge Report is national trade news for roofing professionals — contractors, crews, suppliers, and manufacturers.

We cover the beat that actually moves shops: materials and pricing, labor and crews, weather and storm markets, codes and insurance, manufacturer moves, and the business of running a roofing company.

For the trade. Not a homeowner brochure. Not a lead-gen trap. Straight reporting and practical analysis for people who work on roofs for a living.

What we publish

  • Breaking and useful industry news
  • Storm-season operations coverage
  • Insurance and underwriting shifts that change bids
  • Labor, safety, and crew-market stories
  • Manufacturer and distributor developments
  • Monthly Product Spotlight and Contractor Spotlight

Contractors can apply for our monthly spotlight: Apply for Contractor Spotlight.

Manufacturers and brands can nominate a product: Apply for Product Spotlight.

News tips, corrections, PR, and desk contact: Contact & Tip Line.

How we report and label sponsored content: Editorial Standards.