Author: Rich Prue

WASHINGTON, D.C.  – The Civilian Board of Contract Appeals (CBCA) has upheld the Department of Veterans Affairs’ decision to terminate a roofing contract with All Phase Services, Inc. after the contractor failed to report a significant bid mistake for nearly four years. The dispute centers on a $257,500 underbid error in All Phase Services’ proposal for roofing work at the Buffalo VA Medical Center, originally submitted in September 2020. According to case documents, a subcontractor discovered the mistake in spring 2021, but All Phase Services did not inform the VA until April 2025, after the company had already been terminated…

The Treasure Coast’s Premium, Energy-Efficient, Hurricane-Ready Roofing Partner. At Solace Roofing, we believe a roof is more than a structure- it’s a promise of safety, longevity, and craftsmanship. We serve Florida’s Treasure Coast with premium roofing systems engineered for performance, beauty, and energy efficiency. Every project is completed with intention, expertise, and genuine care for the homeowner. Our mission is simple: build the best roofs in Florida and stand behind them with integrity for decades to come.Problems we solve 1. Unreliable Roofers & Poor Workmanship2. Rising Energy Costs & Inefficient Roof Systems3. Storm Vulnerability & Outdated Roofing Standards4. Confusing Material Choices…

Brazilian actor and voice artist Tony Germano, known for roles in Netflix, Nickelodeon, and Disney productions, has died following a fatal fall from the roof of his home. He was 55. Germano, whose career spanned more than three decades across stage, film, and voice work, died on Wednesday, November 26, while checking on recent repairs at his new residence in São Paulo, according to multiple reports. His representative confirmed the tragic accident in a statement to People. “It is with deep sorrow that we confirm the passing of actor and voice artist Tony Germano… Tony suffered a fall at his…

DES MOINES-  A Johnston man has been arrested following an investigation that uncovered an alleged scheme to defraud his insurance company over roof damage claims. Shawn Heuss, 46, was taken into custody on Thursday, October 30, 2025. He is charged with one count of Fraudulent Submission, one count of Second-Degree Theft, and one count of Second-Degree Fraudulent Practice, all Class D felonies. He was also arrested on an outstanding warrant for Failure to Appear related to a previous charge involving an Animal at Large. According to criminal complaints filed by the Iowa Insurance Division’s Fraud Bureau, Heuss submitted an insurance…

(Newton, Mass., – Nov. 14, 2025) — The industry’s most anticipated annual event, METALCON 2025, took place last month in Las Vegas, bringing together professionals from across the globe for three days of education, innovation and networking. From pre-show workshops and certification programs to free educational sessions and inspiring keynotes, attendees earned continuing education credits while gaining actionable insight into the trends shaping the future of metal construction and design. Courage and Service: Clint Romesha Opens METALCON 2025 Clint Romesha, Medal of Honor recipient and bestselling author of Red Platoon, set the tone for the show with a moving keynote on…

(Newton, Mass., – Nov. 6, 2025)—Exhibitors at METALCON, the world’s only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction, showcased their most groundbreaking innovations for consideration in the prestigious Top Products Award. The top three winning products were unveiled at this year’s show in Las Vegas. Winners were selected through an electronic voting process held both before and during the event, with nearly 1,000 industry professionals casting their votes. The 2025 METALCON Top Products Award winners are: First Place Company: Malco Tools, Inc. Category: Contractor Tools & Equipment Product: TurboShear® Rotary Panel Cutter (TSPC1) Malco…

COLUMBUS, OH-  The owner of a Columbus-based roofing company has been convicted of Workers’ Compensation Fraud after falsifying information on his Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) coverage application. According to the BWC’s Special Investigations Department, Dilmar Cesar Roblero Gomez, owner of Construction Tech Renovations, was ordered to pay over $24,000 in restitution after investigators discovered he was not accurately reporting his employees or payroll. The case began when the BWC received an anonymous tip alleging that Gomez was failing to report workers under his policy. Despite a prior audit that found similar issues, the report claimed Gomez continued to…

A Southwest Florida roofing contractor is once again in the spotlight — and this time, it’s not for rebuilding storm-damaged homes. Reife Petersen, owner of JKS Construction, has been arrested by state authorities for allegedly stealing nearly $1 million from homeowners and funneling the funds into personal luxuries instead of promised roofing projects. Multiple homeowners have come forward expressing both relief and frustration following Petersen’s latest arrest. They say the legal action is overdue but doesn’t undo the financial and emotional damage left behind. One woman, who hired JKS Construction after Hurricane Ian,  said she paid over $31,000 for roof…

As a professional roofer, you know your reputation is your most valuable asset. But in a crowded market, how do you instantly prove your integrity to a homeowner?The answer for a growing number of top-tier contractors is The Good Contractors List. Unlike open directories, The Good Contractor’s List is a highly curated platform that doesn’t just list contractors—it vets and backs them.The Good Contractors List was founded in 2011 by John Stewart Hill. His mission was born from a desire to improve trust in the industry by creating a model of accountability and personal vetting. Starting in Dallas–Fort Worth, Hill…

In Memoriam: Angelo Borzillo (1933–2025) Co-Inventor of GALVALUME® Leaves Enduring Legacy in the Metal Construction Industry The global metal construction community is mourning the passing of Angelo “Ange” Borzillo, the co-inventor of GALVALUME® coated steel and a 2022 inductee into the Metal Construction Hall of Fame. Borzillo passed away recently on Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, at the age of 92, leaving behind a transformative legacy that continues to shape the steel and metal building industries worldwide. More than half a century ago, while working at Bethlehem Steel in Pennsylvania, Borzillo and his colleague Jim Horton set out to improve upon…