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The stress-free roof
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Choosing the right roof can save you time, money and headaches down the line for everyone involved. Editor’s Note: Contractors, be sure to share this article with homeowners to help them understand how the right roofing choice — like low-maintenance metal roofing — can save them ...
The importance of Florida Product Approvals for metal roof attachments: What you need to know
By S-5! Knowing a metal roof has tested, trusted and engineered solutions designed to withstand hurricane-force winds gives valuable peace of mind and insurability. If you’ve experienced Florida’s hurricane season, then you’re aware of its extreme weather and powerful hurricane-force winds. These extreme conditions have resulted in tougher building codes and regulations ...
National Snow Guards Safety Month continues through March
During National Snow Guards Safety Month messages of safe installation practices and the need for snow guards are being shared nationwide. Throughout the month of March, the roofing industry is placing extra attention on the value and safety associated with snow guards. Expert safety support Snow guards are sturdy pieces designed to be ...
Winter protection for metal roofing
By Ken Buchinger, American Building Components. Understand the causes and solutions for ice damming to ensure you are providing the best solutions to your customers. Ice dams can wreak havoc on roofs, creating a hazardous situation for both people and property. When water backs up behind these frozen barriers, it can infiltrate ...
Attic Breeze expands FBC-approved ventilation solutions for High-velocity Hurricane Zones
The new FBC (HVHZ) compatible Attic Breeze model is set to redefine roofing ventilation for high-risk hurricane areas. Attic Breeze is excited to announce the Florida Building Code (FBC) approval of its energy-efficient, durable solar-powered attic fan and ventilation solution for use in High-velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ) in Florida. Designed to ...
Westlake Royal Building Products™ offers fire-rated roofing and stone solutions to help protect homes in high wildfire-prone zones
These innovative solutions are engineered to meet strict fire-resistance standards, helping to safeguard homes and communities from the growing threat of wildfires. Westlake Royal Building Products™(Westlake Royal), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), is proud to offer fire-rated roofing and stone solutions designed to provide homeowners in wildfire-prone regions with added peace of ...
Why winter is the perfect time to upgrade to a metal roof
By Casey Walker, ABC Metal Roofing. A smart investment for your home, comfort and wallet, no matter the season. Winter weather is more than just a nuisance; it’s a true test of your home’s durability. As temperatures drop and snow piles up, your roof bears the brunt of Mother Nature’s wrath. But ...
5 factors that affect a roof’s lifespan
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Learn how top roofing materials perform over the years. Editor’s note: Share this information with your customers who want to learn more about the longevity of their roof. A roof is a large investment, which means that durability and longevity are key factors when it comes to ...
How metal roofing stands up to extreme weather
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Discover what makes roofing material qualify for a Class 4 Hail Rating. Hailstorms can wreak havoc on homes, but not all roofing materials are up to the challenge. Class 4 hail has been compared to throwing baseballs at 70 mph, but what exactly does ...
Roofing resilience to protect against nature’s unpredictable forces
By Dani Sheehan. RICOWI’s storm damage research ensures that every storm leaves us better prepared for the next. In a recent episode of Contractor Outlook, Heidi J. Ellsworth met with Phil Mayfield, a seasoned building envelope consultant and the storm investigation program coordinator for the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI). ...
