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The importance of addressing construction-generated moisture
By Chadwick Collins, SPRI. Avoid long-term issues like mold by mitigating the amount of moisture naturally created on the jobsite. Moisture is a critical factor to consider when doing any new construction or extensive, large-scale renovations. If this factor is not taken into account during the construction itself, it ...
7 website must-haves to engage and convert customers
By Matt Cates, Ruby. Grow your business, attract new customers and be number one in selling your products and services with an effective business website. In the digital age, your company’s website serves as the virtual face of your brand in the same way a physical storefront might. This article ...
Find the roofing CRM software that works for you
By Corey Mann, Leap. Leap has found 7 of the best customer relationship management software platforms and analyzed them to help you pick the one that fits your needs. In the digital age, technology can be a game-changing asset in the roofing industry. When used well, it is a powerful ...
How contractors can successfully use credit cards to their advantage
By Kristen Frisa, Truss. Six reasons why investing in a business credit card can transform your contracting business's financial management. In the dynamic construction world, every penny counts, especially when you own your own business. And while credit cards have some risk, they can also be a great payment option ...
Cut costs and save time with rail-less solar mounting on metal roof installations
By Ali Turner, S-5! See why rail-less mounting is revolutionizing solar installations on metal roofs and how you can unlock savings and improve efficiency on your next project. A photovoltaic (PV) system on a roof includes various components, including system design, solar panels, monitoring equipment, mounting hardware and labor. It ...
A message from Elevate's president
By Kristin Beck, Elevate. A special message and some exciting improvements to Elevate's contractor recognition programs to look forward to in 2024! As we’ve finished our first full year as Elevate, I want to take a moment to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your commitment and partnership in 2023. You, our valued ...
Leap into seamless payments with a payment processing system
By Kristen Dahlin, Leap. Explore various payment processing options, factors to consider when choosing a payment system and strategies to integrate payments with your CRM to save time and improve cash flow. Once your estimate is finalized, the pitch goes smoothly and the contract is signed, the next challenge begins: ...
4 ways to ease the impacts of inflation
By Anne Redd, AccuLynx. Roofing software can help you get ahead of inflation by improving customer support and offering alternative financing and payment options. Inflation is here and as material costs continue to rise, you might be wondering what you can do as a roofing contractor to stay profitable. While ...
Pros and Cons of Metal and Asphalt Roofing
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. In 1901 asphalt shingles revolutionized the industry, now innovative technology has made metal roofing the preferred choice. While metal roofing is currently in high demand, it wasn’t always the second most desired roofing material in the U.S. Asphalt shingles have been the favored material ...
Learn how to select the right underlayment for your project based on permeability
By Jeff Haddock, AEP Span. Underlayment comes in a variety of permeability options and selecting the correct type is crucial because it determines the amount of water vapor that can diffuse through the material. AEP Span’s Jeff Haddock took a look at current trends and weighed in on what ...
