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Case Study: Atlas Roofing Polyiso, Shingles Enhance Church's Ventilation, Durability, and Aesthetic

Atlas General Contractors in Illinois turned to Atlas Roofing products to help reroof and improve ventilation for a century-old church.




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Case Study: High-Performance Roofing Product Benefits Restoration of 19th Century Structure

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.




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Case Study: Atlas EnergyShield Enhances Energy Efficiency and Comfort of Austin Residence

Petrini Custom Builders focused on creating a high-performance residential home, which included elevating design and performance using Atlas Roofing EnergyShield.




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Case Study: Vail Mountain Luxury Condos

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. 




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Case Study: California Self Storage Gets Desired Aesthetic with McElroy Metal's Metal Roofing, Wall Panels

Using McElroy Metal roofing and wall panels, this storage facility became the brand's "flagship self-storage facility" thanks to its aesthetics.




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Case Study: The Net Zero Home of New Jersey

This state-of-the-art 6,000-square-foot LEED Platinum Certified residence is built solely with sustainability, energy efficiency and comfort in mind.




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Case Study: Parallel Products Recycling Facility

Parallel Products is a leader in the sustainability industry naturally turned to upgrading its operations with solar roofing to reduce energy consumption.




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Case Study: Foam Roof Minimizes Tornado Damage at Texas Warehouse

Thanks to polyurethane foam and Polyglass silicone coating, this 1-million-square-foot warehouse in Texas took on the brunt of an EF2 tornado.




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Case Study: Kia Forum and Working Against the Clock

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.




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Case Study: Hurricane Ian Puts New Roof to the Test

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.




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Habitat for Humanity's 38th Carter Work Project: A Record-Breaking Build

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.




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Roofing Contractors, Are You a Big Hat or a Lot of Cattle?

When deciding how to run your roofing business, you need to balance items like raising prices, managing costs and tracking jobs.




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Balancing Your Entrepreneurial Roofing Life and Career

Striking a balance between work and life can be difficult, but learning to do so results in victories in both spheres.




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IRE 2022 Session Preview: Avoiding Critical Mistakes in Your Roofing Business

In this session, Monroe Porter will review some of the more common problem areas roofing contractors should consider when running their business.




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How CE REEVE Roofing Flourished, Joining Tecta America

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.




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Contractor Profile: PJ Fitzpatrick LLC Calibrates for Growth

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. 




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Georgia’s CRS Sales & Marketing Earns First Carlisle Experience Award

See how CRS, Inc. helped roofing contractors during difficult times with RC's exclusive coverage of the inaugural Carlisle Experience Award.




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Oversubscribed Funding Round Positions NanoTech Inc. for Scale

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.  




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Study Examines How 3 Different Roof Materials Can Lower Energy Demand

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.




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American Hydrotech Gets FM Approvals for its Garden Roof Assemblies

Chicago's American Hydrotech, a Sika company, achieved FM Approvals for its Garden Roof Assemblies, ensuring reliability and eco-friendly benefits for urban spaces.




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GAF RUBEROID, GAFGLAS EnergyCap Granulated Membranes

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.




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Obstructed Communication in a Construction Zone

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.




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Labor Dept. Announces Enhanced Enforcement, Compliance to Silica Exposure

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. 




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Young Gun Patrick Cochran: Creating Career, Mentorship Opportunities for the Next Generation

The founder and owner of Red Dog’s Roofing wants to encourage the next generation to explore the rewarding careers roofing has to offer.




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Georgia-Pacific Building Products Introduces Coverboard Education Video Series

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.




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GAF Showcases Innovations for Commercial, Residential Contractors at International Roofing Expo




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JobNimbus Set to Showcase Enhanced Feature Functionality at the 2022 International Roofing Expo

Using the improved features, JobNimbus customers will see increased mobility for faster bids, scheduling, and payments.




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ABC Supply to Celebrate 40th Anniversary and Showcase Enhancements to myABCsupply at 2022 International Roofing Expo in New Orleans

The 2022 IRE kicks off ABC Supply’s 40th anniversary celebration happening throughout 2022.




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RC Podcast: The Roots of Kelly Roofing - Part 1

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.




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RC Podcast: Winds of Change: The Roots of Kelly Roofing Part 2

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.




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Tecta America Completes the Acquisition of Empire Roofing Inc.

Empire employs over 700 roofing and office professionals in the industry, and will operate going forward as Empire Roofing, a Tecta America Company.




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Florida's Best Roofing Joins with Harkness Capital

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. 




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Paid Family and Medical Leave – A Democratic Priority

Roofing contractors should pay attention to efforts being made in states and at the federal level to increase paid family and medical leave programs.




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Castagra Launches Ecodur1 Cool Roof Coating

Castagra's fiber-reinforced premium cool roof coating is designed to reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat than standard roofing materials.




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IKO Unveils Newly Revamped Roof-Fast Cap and Base

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. 




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Carlisle Introduces Bio-Based Polyiso Eco Rigid Foam Insulation

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.




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IRE Session Preview: How Google's Local Services Ads Could Boost Your Roofing Business

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.




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What is ‘Heartbeat Technology’ and How Can it Optimize Solar?

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.




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Study Shows Cool Roofs Can Help Increase Power Yields in PV Solar Panels

A Spanish-Algerian study shows how applying cool roof coatings can increase the amount of power generated by certain rooftop solar panels.




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Castagra Products Accepting Applications for 2024 Roofing Scholarship Program

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.




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RT3 Announces Richard Carroll Newest Board Member

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. 




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IKO Launches ‘Next-Gen’ Website for North American Markets

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. 




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Project Profile: STINGER Cap Nail System Helps Protect Historic Rhode Island Beach House

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.




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Project Profile: After Three Decades, Acclaimed Napa Winery Gets Roof it Deserves

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.




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Advanced Green Technologies Complete Miami-Dade's First Large-Scale Solar Array

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.




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Can You Afford to Exit Your Roofing Contractor Businesss?

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.




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The Contractor’s 60 Minute Exit Plan, Part 2 – How to Cash Out, Eliminate Taxes and Retire Comfortably - Part 2

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.




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NRCA, Beacon Exit Planning Host Seminar


Take a deep dive into the world of exit planning with experts that have been helping roofing contractors build succession plans for years. 




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MRCA Seeks Nominees for Naphis Mitchell Reyes Excellence in Safety Award

Help honor a safety professional in the roofing industry by nominating them for the MRCA's 2024 Naphis Mitchell Reyes Excellence in Safety Award.




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Crews Locate Body of Missing Man After Devastating Roof Collapse

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.