Patriot Roofing & Exteriors has been named the #1 Best Place to Work in Wilmington, North Carolina, for 2026. The recognition celebrates the people and workplace culture behind our locally owned roofing and exterior contracting company. For our team, this honor is a reason to celebrate—and a reminder to keep investing in the people who…

BY Alexandra Petro North Carolina – Spectrum News Reporter PUBLISHED 4:14 PM ET Sep. 12, 2026 WILMINGTON, N.C. — Living on the North Carolina coast comes with a long list of perks. It also comes with a shorter roof lifespan than most homeowners expect. Salt air, humidity, intense UV sunlight and severe weather work together…

If you live along the North Carolina coast, you’ve probably heard the term FORTIFIED Roof™—especially when discussing hurricanes, homeowners insurance, roof replacement or North Carolina roofing grants. But is a FORTIFIED Roof actually worth it? For many Coastal North Carolina homeowners, a FORTIFIED Roof is worth considering because it is specifically designed to strengthen vulnerable…