Billionaire Brad Jacobs just bought Beacon Roofing Supply for $11 billion through his company QXO. Beacon is one of the biggest roofing distributors in the U.S., with nearly 600 branches. This is one of the biggest all-cash deals of 2025.
What’s Changing for Roofing Contractors?
- Materials may arrive faster – QXO will use new tech like route planning and better inventory tracking to make sure roofing supplies are stocked and delivered on time.
- Prices could change more often – With smart software and dynamic pricing, contractors may see prices go up or down depending on demand. It won’t be the same fixed pricing system.
- Less room to negotiate – Local branch managers may have less power to give deals or discounts as QXO runs things more centrally.
How Will Big Tech and Scale Affect You?
- Online ordering will grow – QXO plans to upgrade Beacon’s systems. You’ll likely be using apps or websites to place orders and track deliveries.
- Warehouses will get faster – Expect better service as QXO adds automation and streamlines logistics.
- One big network – Supplies may be shared across locations, so smaller cities might benefit too.
What About Competition?
- Fewer big players – This deal makes Beacon even bigger. With fewer suppliers in the market, competition may go down in the long run.
- Prices might go up later – Big companies could raise prices once they control more of the market.
What Should Contractors Do?
- Don’t rely on just one supplier – Keep options open by building relationships with multiple distributors.
- Plan purchases early – Try locking in prices for big jobs and ordering ahead when possible.
- Get comfortable with tech – Start learning how to use Beacon’s online systems to save time and avoid delays.
- Focus on your service – Great work and strong client relationships will keep your business strong, even if prices rise.