Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter
Top July Articles: Technology, Trade Shows and Metal Roofing
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s what’s been trending on RoofersCoffeeShop®(RCS) this past month. This last month has shown us that metal roofing is still a popular topic! Our second most popular article last month was announcing the launch of MetalCoffeeShop.com, our sister-site dedicated to everything metal. We also saw a rise ...
Make a Difference for Future Young Roofers
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s how you can contribute to the Davis Memorial Foundation Scholarship. In 1996, the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) wanted to help fund the future of the roofing industry with a scholarship foundation. A year later the Davis Memorial Foundation Scholarship was born. The scholarship program ...
The Great Recession Debate
By Evelyn Witterholt. Chief Economist, Mischa Fisher, discusses the recent economic changes and what roofers can do to prepare for the future. In the latest episode of Roofing Economic Outlook, Mischa Fisher, chief economist at Angi, and RCS President Heidi J. Ellsworth discuss the various changes to this country’s economy. ...
Don’t Fall Victim to a Cyber Attack
By Evelyn Witterholt. NRCA’s new Cyber Liability Insurance Program protects your company from cyber attacks and the many risks they impose. Having a strong internet presence can have a major impact on the growth of your roofing company, but it can also leave you vulnerable to a cyber attack. These attacks are ...
This Contractor Loyalty Program Lets You Try Before You Buy
By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. The IKO ROOFPRO® contractor loyalty program offers exclusive warranties and turnkey business solutions. Contractors who have been looking for a valuable loyalty program can look no further. IKO Industries recently upgraded their ROOFPRO program to make it more accessible. So much so, that contractors can test out ...
How TAMKO’s Six Sigma Program Optimizes Project Management Processes
By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. For the past 20 years, TAMKO has found success and increased productivity with their Six Sigma program. Continuous improvement is a top priority for any company seeking success. TAMKO not only understands this but has been implementing their Six Sigma program for the past 20 ...
Protect Roofs From the Wrath of Mother Nature
By Evelyn Witterholt. Expand your roofing business by becoming a certified FORTIFIED roof installer. After Hurricane Ida wreaked havoc across the East Coast, and with Atlantic Hurricane season upon us, homeowners are looking for ways to strengthen their roofs. The roof is one of the main protective components of a ...
Celebrating 100 Years of Excellence in Florida Roofing
By Evelyn Witterholt. FRSA President Joe Byrne discusses the long history of roofing in Florida and why joining the FRSA is a must for Floridian roofers. Since 1922, the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) has been a shining example of a roofing association that takes pride in ...
Why All Roofers Should be Members of an Association
By Evelyn Witterholt. Association membership offers a variety of perks, including valuable knowledge and industry connections. Whether you’re new to the roofing industry or a long-time member, being part of a roofing association is one of the best things you can do for your career. Along with the sense of ...
Roofing Company Fighting a Tough Legal Battle
By Evelyn Witterholt. Stonewater Roofing is fighting for their right to divulge important roofing information to customers with their current lawsuit against the Texas Department of Insurance. Since its inception in 2010, Texas-based Stonewater Roofing has taken pride in the way they manage their business operations. But despite the company’s ...
