Education & Learning
Mastering metal roofing installation
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Learning the science and business of metal roofing and siding installation. For contractors all over the U.S., staying ahead of industry standards for metal roofing is crucial. This necessity for specialized knowledge led to a recent, intensive three-day training event held at the Top Metal Supply facility in ...
Final Orlando IBS sets the stage for big industry conversations
By Jenny Yu. From keynote presentations to in-depth Super Sessions, the event offers valuable takeaways for today’s builders. RoofersCoffeeShop® is heading to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)’s annual show, the 2026 International Builders’ Show (IBS) taking place from February 17-19, 2026. This year will be the last ...
Davis Memorial Foundation announces recipients of SkillsUSA grants
The foundation continues to support vocational career paths through SkillsUSA grants. The Davis Memorial Foundation, a leading roofing industry foundation that is committed to promoting education, announced the 2025 recipients of the Davis SkillsUSA Grant: Valley Academy of Career and Technical Education in Cottonwood, Arizona, and MacArthur High School in ...
Join over 70,000 professionals at NAHB’s International Builders’ Show
By Emma Peterson. From hearing Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith’s keynote speech to rocking out with your peers at the Brothers Osborne concert, there is no shortage of events to enjoy at the 2026 NAHB IBS show. National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will be hosting the International Builders' ...
Why roof cover boards matter for long-term roof performance
By PIMA. HD polyiso cover boards help maintain roof durability by resisting impact, improving rigidity and supporting systemwide performance in severe weather. One critical piece of the roofing system that protects the roof assembly is the roof cover board. Roof cover boards endure hail, winds, rooftop traffic and the ...
IIBEC 2026 heads to Sacramento
By Jenny Yu. Building enclosure professionals won’t want to miss out on this annual industry event! The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) is gearing up for its 2026 International Convention and Trade Show, set to take place March 12–15 in Sacramento, California, at the SAFE Credit ...
Start your engines: Get ready for the 2026 Carolinas Mid-Winter Roofing Expo
By Jenny Yu. Accelerate your business success at this year’s four-day event. The 2026 Carolinas Mid-Winter Roofing Expo returns to the Durham Convention Center in Durham, North Carolina, from February 16-19, 2026, bringing one of the Southeast’s largest regional roofing trade shows to contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and industry professionals. ...
Your guide to the 58th annual NFBA Conference and Expo
By Emma Peterson. From an action‑packed expo floor to standout speakers and special events, here’s what to expect at this year’s NFBA show. Join more than 1,000 post-frame professionals at the 2026 National Frame Builders Association (NFBA)’s annual conference and expo! This year’s show will be hosted from February ...
NAHB International Builders Show is almost here
By Emma Peterson. NAHB IBS is pulling out all the stops for their upcoming event! Are you ready for the largest annual light construction show in the world? National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) will be hosting the International Builders' Show® (IBS) from February 17-19, 2026, in Orlando, Florida! This ...
The R-Club advantage: Quarterly training with John Kenney
By Emma Peterson. Insights, strategies and systems from industry expert John Kenney to help your business thrive. Looking for ways to make your jobs easier in the new year? R-Club gives contractors exclusive access to the tools, training and community resources needed to strengthen their business. R-Club offerings include, ...
