By Adam Cabrera. Sheet metal's use in construction has evolved beyond its utility as a durable, moisture resistant material and introduces new design possibilities in roofing. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Steve Gosk and Ken McLaughlin from MetalForming ...
By Anna Lockhart. Find roofing materials that outlast the severe weather conditions of your local climate with the DaVinci Roofscapes synthetic slate and shake lines. Each part of North America faces a unique set of environmental challenges. Whether it be the wildfires of Canada and the Western United ...
By Evelyn Witterholt. In our latest Lunch & Learn, you’ll learn why offering maintenance contracts is key to boosting your business and improving your customer relationships. As all roofers know, maintenance is key to extending the lifespan of a roof. But do your customers know this too? Many people believe ...
By AEP Span. If you are used to working with metal roofing and siding, then you know oil canning is a prevalent issue. Oil canning is a phenomenon that refers to the slight buckling or deformation found in sheet metal, usually seen on flat surfaces. It manifests as wavy ...
By National Slate Association. Installing slate shingles is a craft and learning proper nailing practices can ensure a roof’s longevity. See how you can improve your slate roof offerings with improved nailing techniques. To maintain the durability of a slate roof over time, slate shingles must be properly installed with ...
By Anna Lockhart. Marketing experts share how to use free online platforms, like Google Business Profile, to reach potential customers in your area! In a recent special RLW® hosted by Karen Edwards, LMH Agency’s CEO, Danny Braught, shares his valuable insights to mastering the Google Business Profile (GBP) ...
By Adam Cabrera. Ingage hopes to extend its market presence by launching "Ingaged," a podcast aimed at enriching home contractors with valuable, implementable advice. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down to chat with Pam Torrey, director of marketing at Ingage, a sales ...
By Dani Sheehan. The metal market is increasing in both commercial and residential roofing, material availability continues to battle supply chain issues and so much more! See what RoofersCoffeeShop® found in this year’s report and what to expect in 2024. Since 2016, RoofersCoffeeShop has surveyed contractors to identify key issues ...
By Dani Sheehan. Learn how Grace found a job she loves with a company that empowers her every step of the way. Working as a woman in construction can be an intimidating career choice when the industry is still mostly saturated with men. But at Weatherproofing Technologies Incorporated (WTI), a ...
By Dani Sheehan. See how you can become an industry leader by developing codes and maintaining standards in safety and performance. No matter where your company or job description falls within the construction process, it is so important to not only understand building codes, but to lead the way in ...