IKO® Nordic™ performance laminate asphalt shingles are designed to withstand nature’s impact. As weather patterns continue to change, the frequency of high winds and hailstorms is on the rise, and homeowners are paying attention to these storm threats more than ever before. Likewise, it should come as no surprise that building ...
By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. Gathering important documents you will need post-disaster is a critical step of preparing for an emergency, make sure not to forget these key financial documents while making your plans. Earlier this month, the IRS urged individuals, organizations and businesses to take time now ...
By Stormseal. When a devastating hailstorm struck the suburb of Berowra, Stormseal was there to provide relief. Traditionally, tarps have been the main material used to temporarily protect a home after severe storms. As the weather around the globe grows increasingly severe, tarps are proving time and time again ...
By DaVinci Roofscapes. National Hurricane Preparedness Week is May 9-15, 2021, now is the time to stock up on fuel and water containers. Mother Nature was mad last year…and forecasters don’t believe she’ll be much happier in 2021. To prepare for the upcoming 2021 Hurricane Season, experts at Scepter™ recommend ...
By Ryan Quinn, Chicago Roofing Contractors Association (CRCA). It is essential that employers know and consider the risk involved when making the decision to work in potentially hazardous weather conditions. Even in the best of conditions, roofing is a hazardous occupation. When weather and other environmental factors come into play, ...
By Gary Thill, International Roofing Expo (IRE). The particularly brutal winter this year means new roofing challenges in areas of the nation unprepared for snow and ice. 2021 has already been a doozy of a winter for the nation, especially in areas of the country not used to dealing with ...
By DECRA. Winter weather is especially hard on homes. Continue reading to learn about the benefits of metal roofing for cooler climates. For residential contractors with customers who live in areas with frequent snow and ice, understanding the benefits of a stone-coated metal roof is crucial. With any big ...
By Colin Sheehan, RCS Reporter. On June 13 Canada’s 4th costliest natural disaster hit Southern Alberta causing $1.2 billion (and counting) in damage. Last summer, hail the size of tennis balls rocketed down at speeds of 100 kilometers (62 miles) per hour on Calgary, Alberta. The hail shredded homes, destroyed ...
By Chris Meyer, FiberTite. Your roof is your first line of defense against severe weather, especially Very Severe Hail. In 2017, a single hailstorm battered the city of Denver with tennis- and baseball-sized hailstones, resulting in $2.3 billion in losses, Colorado’s costliest natural disaster on record. Choosing the right roof system ...