By Curtis Liscum, Benchmark. Learn how to find that perfect match between a contractor and a project. In my experience as a senior consultant with Benchmark, one of the hardest and most important parts of managing a larger project is finding the right collaborators – specifically the right roofing contractor. ...
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Craft a roof that stands tall against the south’s rhythm of rain and heat from the sun. The weather in the south can be highly unpredictable and known to change fast. You know what they say, “If you don’t like the weather, wait five minutes ...
By Corey Mann, Leap. Set yourself apart from the crowd and improve your customer relations by incorporating financing into your business processes. Homeowners are facing increasingly high costs for day-to-day items such as groceries, which lets larger maintenance things such as roof repairs and replacements get pushed further onto ...
By Jared Melkun, WRYKER. A recent blog post by WRYKER balances Skylight benefits with construction safety. Skylights sprinkle sunbeams across interior landscapes, cutting down on electrical demands. Although, they are extremely dangerous to install for construction workers, killing 58 in 2011. Adherence to OSHA's safety protocols is not just regulation—it's ...
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Discover how metal roofing's strength and longevity compare to the versatility and aesthetic appeal of synthetic roofing materials. Roofing materials can be divided into two main categories: synthetic and composite. Synthetic roofing consists of materials fabricated from artificial compounds, such as rubber (EPDM) and plastic polymer, ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...