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Richards Building Supply Expands Distribution Homer Glen, IL – April 13, 2026 – Homer Glen, Ill.-based Richards Building Supply Co. (RBS) today announced the acquisition of the assets of United
Richards Building Supply is excited to announce a powerful new partnership with EagleView, the industry leader in aerial property and roof measurement data. This integration brings instant, highly accurate property
As an exterior-focused remodeler or custom builder, you know that siding does more than just protect a home—it defines its look, affects energy performance, and plays a major role in
Homer Glen, IL – August 22, 2025 – Richards Building Supply, a top five independent, family-owned and operated exterior building materials distributor in the United States, has announced the launch of
Marketing Agencies Are Notorious for Over-Promising and Under-Delivering—Especially for Remodeling Contractors. Don’t Be Fooled Again. If you’re a roofing or siding contractor, chances are you’ve heard it all from marketing
Why Certification Is No Longer Optional for Exterior Contractors In today’s highly competitive remodeling and exterior contracting market, simply offering low prices or fast installs is not enough. Homeowners are
Estimating Roofing Jobs: Avoid Underbidding and Maximize Margins Mastering how to properly bid and estimate roofing jobs can dramatically improve your margins and grow your business. Most roofing contractors unknowingly
A Personal Story: The Night the Roof Couldn’t Hold I will never forget the night a Midwest storm ripped through our neighborhood like a freight train. Trees bowed low, fences
In today’s in-home sales conversations, there’s a question more contractors should be asking: “Have you ever considered steel siding for your home?” It’s a missed opportunity when homeowners aren’t presented
Would You Be Against Making Your Canvassing Efforts More Effective? Most contractors don’t enjoy sending teams into the field, knocking on doors, and hoping for solid leads—only to come back
Premium Siding. Regardless of the economic landscape, expanding your revenue streams makes good business sense. Adding high-end siding options to your existing roofing services immediately sets you apart from the
Sales: The Ultimate Contact Sport Sales isn’t just a profession—it’s a competition, a challenge, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. For outside sales professionals, it’s akin to being elite athletes