ca Case Study: Atlas Roofing Polyiso, Shingles Enhance Church's Ventilation, Durability, and Aesthetic By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0400 Atlas General Contractors in Illinois turned to Atlas Roofing products to help reroof and improve ventilation for a century-old church. Full Article
ca Case Study: High-Performance Roofing Product Benefits Restoration of 19th Century Structure By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 13 May 2022 09:00:00 -0400 When cedar shingles proved to be unfeasible for a historic structure in New York, roofing contractors turned to a CertainTeed shingle to match the site's harmony with nature. Full Article
ca Case Study: Atlas EnergyShield Enhances Energy Efficiency and Comfort of Austin Residence By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Aug 2022 08:00:00 -0400 Petrini Custom Builders focused on creating a high-performance residential home, which included elevating design and performance using Atlas Roofing EnergyShield. Full Article
ca Case Study: Vail Mountain Luxury Condos By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0400 Challenges created by weather and the pandemic meant this project had to begin in January 2021 and be completed in a year, all while prioritizing energy efficiency. Full Article
ca Case Study: California Self Storage Gets Desired Aesthetic with McElroy Metal's Metal Roofing, Wall Panels By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Oct 2022 15:50:18 -0400 Using McElroy Metal roofing and wall panels, this storage facility became the brand's "flagship self-storage facility" thanks to its aesthetics. Full Article
ca Case Study: The Net Zero Home of New Jersey By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 14 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0500 This state-of-the-art 6,000-square-foot LEED Platinum Certified residence is built solely with sustainability, energy efficiency and comfort in mind. Full Article
ca Case Study: Parallel Products Recycling Facility By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -0500 Parallel Products is a leader in the sustainability industry naturally turned to upgrading its operations with solar roofing to reduce energy consumption. Full Article
ca Case Study: Foam Roof Minimizes Tornado Damage at Texas Warehouse By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -0500 Thanks to polyurethane foam and Polyglass silicone coating, this 1-million-square-foot warehouse in Texas took on the brunt of an EF2 tornado. Full Article
ca Case Study: Kia Forum and Working Against the Clock By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Mar 2023 16:57:27 -0400 The Kia Forum, outside of Los Angeles, was under pressure to have its existing rooftop logo removed and replaced. Contractor Centimark, using GAF products, got the job done on time. Learn how in this GAF case study. Full Article
ca Case Study: Hurricane Ian Puts New Roof to the Test By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 07 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0400 The work completed on a metal roof by R/J Group was quickly be put to the test as Hurricane Ian blew through only two weeks after completion. Full Article
ca Habitat for Humanity's 38th Carter Work Project: A Record-Breaking Build By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 The nation will join former President Jimmy Carter in celebrating his 100th birthday with Habitat for Humanity's 38th Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project. Full Article
ca Roofing Contractors, Are You a Big Hat or a Lot of Cattle? By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400 When deciding how to run your roofing business, you need to balance items like raising prices, managing costs and tracking jobs. Full Article
ca Balancing Your Entrepreneurial Roofing Life and Career By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Striking a balance between work and life can be difficult, but learning to do so results in victories in both spheres. Full Article
ca IRE 2022 Session Preview: Avoiding Critical Mistakes in Your Roofing Business By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0500 In this session, Monroe Porter will review some of the more common problem areas roofing contractors should consider when running their business. Full Article
ca How CE REEVE Roofing Flourished, Joining Tecta America By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0500 CE REEVE Roofing, a Tecta America company, grew from a small roofing outfit to generating $60 million annual sales giant under Bryan Klepinger and Stacy Agnew. Full Article
ca Contractor Profile: PJ Fitzpatrick LLC Calibrates for Growth By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 PJ Fitzpatrick LLC, a Delaware home improvement company, grew from Peter Fitzpatrick's dining table to a $115-million enterprise with 425 employees, five regional offices, and three divisions. Full Article
ca Georgia’s CRS Sales & Marketing Earns First Carlisle Experience Award By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0400 See how CRS, Inc. helped roofing contractors during difficult times with RC's exclusive coverage of the inaugural Carlisle Experience Award. Full Article
ca Oversubscribed Funding Round Positions NanoTech Inc. for Scale By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400 Roofing innovation: NanoTech Inc, a material science company pioneering a category of climate-resilient materials that enable environmental responsibility without sacrificing financial return, brings on multiple investors in an oversubscribed funding round to combat peak heat in the last weeks of summer. Full Article
ca Study Examines How 3 Different Roof Materials Can Lower Energy Demand By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0400 Researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory examined three different types of roofing strategies and their impact on near-surface temperature and cooling energy demand. Full Article
ca American Hydrotech Gets FM Approvals for its Garden Roof Assemblies By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500 Chicago's American Hydrotech, a Sika company, achieved FM Approvals for its Garden Roof Assemblies, ensuring reliability and eco-friendly benefits for urban spaces. Full Article
ca GAF RUBEROID, GAFGLAS EnergyCap Granulated Membranes By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2024 14:27:18 -0400 GAF's new membranes combine cool roof initiatives with the durability of modified bitumen and the aesthetics of a solar reflective bright white surfaced roof. Full Article
ca Obstructed Communication in a Construction Zone By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 30 Aug 2023 15:00:00 -0400 Maintaining vigilant awareness and clear communication amidst a construction site's symphonic yet perilous sounds is vital, as U.S. Department of Labor statistics reveal. Full Article
ca Labor Dept. Announces Enhanced Enforcement, Compliance to Silica Exposure By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 27 Sep 2023 09:44:07 -0400 The U.S. Labor Dept. has launched an initiative to improve safety and enforcement in the engineered stone industry due to severe health risks from silica dust exposure. Full Article
ca Young Gun Patrick Cochran: Creating Career, Mentorship Opportunities for the Next Generation By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 07 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 The founder and owner of Red Dog’s Roofing wants to encourage the next generation to explore the rewarding careers roofing has to offer. Full Article
ca Georgia-Pacific Building Products Introduces Coverboard Education Video Series By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:05:00 -0400 Each video in the series will focus on one of four dimensions of durability that roofing contractors should expect from their coverboard, referencing testing methods and results. Full Article
ca GAF Showcases Innovations for Commercial, Residential Contractors at International Roofing Expo By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:19:33 -0500 Full Article
ca JobNimbus Set to Showcase Enhanced Feature Functionality at the 2022 International Roofing Expo By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Feb 2022 12:47:55 -0500 Using the improved features, JobNimbus customers will see increased mobility for faster bids, scheduling, and payments. Full Article
ca ABC Supply to Celebrate 40th Anniversary and Showcase Enhancements to myABCsupply at 2022 International Roofing Expo in New Orleans By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 02 Feb 2022 17:19:04 -0500 The 2022 IRE kicks off ABC Supply’s 40th anniversary celebration happening throughout 2022. Full Article
ca RC Podcast: The Roots of Kelly Roofing - Part 1 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 09 Jul 2021 11:21:54 -0400 2019 Residential Roofing Contractor of the Year Ken Kelly talks openly about his roofing career's roots and the key steps he took to become a top-performing contractor. Full Article
ca RC Podcast: Winds of Change: The Roots of Kelly Roofing Part 2 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 16 Jul 2021 16:05:30 -0400 The 2019 Residential Contractor of the Year shares how his company converted from a retail roofing outfit in a storm market, to a full-service storm response company in the wake of Hurricane Irma. Full Article
ca Tecta America Completes the Acquisition of Empire Roofing Inc. By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:59:00 -0400 Empire employs over 700 roofing and office professionals in the industry, and will operate going forward as Empire Roofing, a Tecta America Company. Full Article
ca Florida's Best Roofing Joins with Harkness Capital By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 02 Apr 2024 12:00:00 -0400 See what Best Roofing, Roofing Contractor magazine's 2018 'Commercial Roofing Contractor of the Year,' has planned for the future in South Florida now that it has partnered up with a private equity firm. Full Article
ca Paid Family and Medical Leave – A Democratic Priority By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 Roofing contractors should pay attention to efforts being made in states and at the federal level to increase paid family and medical leave programs. Full Article
ca Castagra Launches Ecodur1 Cool Roof Coating By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400 Castagra's fiber-reinforced premium cool roof coating is designed to reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat than standard roofing materials. Full Article
ca IKO Unveils Newly Revamped Roof-Fast Cap and Base By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 05 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0400 IKO announced the revamped Roof-Fast Cap and Base for the U.S. and Canada, redesigned with customer feedback to enhance product quality, reduce packaging waste, and include multilingual instructions for easier use. Full Article
ca Carlisle Introduces Bio-Based Polyiso Eco Rigid Foam Insulation By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:52:31 -0400 The new rigid foam insulation from Carlisle Construction Materials comprises 5% bio-circular content derived from renewable raw materials, which contributes to reducing reliance on fossil resources. Full Article
ca IRE Session Preview: How Google's Local Services Ads Could Boost Your Roofing Business By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0500 The “Staying on Top: LSA Essentials for Roofing Contractors” seminar will equip roofing contractors with the knowledge and tools needed to leverage Google Local Service Ads for enhanced visibility, lead generation, and cost-effective marketing. Full Article
ca What is ‘Heartbeat Technology’ and How Can it Optimize Solar? By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 Homeowners are increasingly turning to home energy devices like solar panels, batteries, and electric vehicle chargers - and a new technology called "Heartbeat," powered by AI and developed by Panasonic - is simplifying their management by connecting and optimizing energy systems through a single software platform. Full Article
ca Study Shows Cool Roofs Can Help Increase Power Yields in PV Solar Panels By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0500 A Spanish-Algerian study shows how applying cool roof coatings can increase the amount of power generated by certain rooftop solar panels. Full Article
ca Castagra Products Accepting Applications for 2024 Roofing Scholarship Program By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 21 May 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Students pursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs in roofing or a similar field are encouraged to apply for the annual scholarship program. Full Article
ca RT3 Announces Richard Carroll Newest Board Member By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 27 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0400 The Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) announced Richard Carroll of Carroll Consulting Group joined its board, replacing Andrew Centauro; RT3 promotes technology in the roofing industry. Full Article
ca IKO Launches ‘Next-Gen’ Website for North American Markets By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 IKO, the Canadian roofing, waterproofing, and insulation manufacturer, launched a new website for IKO Commercial users with a mobile-friendly design, geotargeting, enhanced navigation and more. Full Article
ca Project Profile: STINGER Cap Nail System Helps Protect Historic Rhode Island Beach House By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400 To help restore a historic home that withstood a century of storms and saltwater, a Rhode Island roofing contractor turned to STINGER to protect its roof from what the coastline throws at it. Full Article
ca Project Profile: After Three Decades, Acclaimed Napa Winery Gets Roof it Deserves By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 14 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -0400 Wedge Roofing in California completed award-winning roofing work in Napa Valley in just under a week thanks to ingenious uses of spray foam and coatings. Full Article
ca Advanced Green Technologies Complete Miami-Dade's First Large-Scale Solar Array By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 26 May 2023 12:00:00 -0400 The rooftop solar system for the North Dade Regional Library in Miami Gardens is expected to offset the building’s energy usage by 85%, enough to power 98 homes. Full Article
ca Can You Afford to Exit Your Roofing Contractor Businesss? By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Most owners, whether their business is worth $2 million or $30 million, continue to be stuck in their business until they can clearly see the path to replace their income and maintain their lifestyles. Full Article
ca The Contractor’s 60 Minute Exit Plan, Part 2 – How to Cash Out, Eliminate Taxes and Retire Comfortably - Part 2 By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 To ensure that your inevitable exit is a successful one - an exit that will deliver on your future financial, personal and business goals - you need an exit plan. Full Article
ca NRCA, Beacon Exit Planning Host Seminar By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Take a deep dive into the world of exit planning with experts that have been helping roofing contractors build succession plans for years. Full Article
ca MRCA Seeks Nominees for Naphis Mitchell Reyes Excellence in Safety Award By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Jul 2024 07:00:00 -0400 Help honor a safety professional in the roofing industry by nominating them for the MRCA's 2024 Naphis Mitchell Reyes Excellence in Safety Award. Full Article
ca Crews Locate Body of Missing Man After Devastating Roof Collapse By www.roofingcontractor.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400 A devastating microburst hit West Phoenix last Wednesday evening with 77 mph winds, causing a warehouse roof collapse that trapped and killed a 22-year-old worker; it took rescuers three days to locate the body using K-9s, drones, and heavy equipment. Full Article