Education & Learning
The 7 steps of an adhesion test
By Progressive Materials. Check out this step-by-step guide to see if silicone is right for your roofing project. Silicone roof coatings are a popular option for protecting and extending the lifespan of a roof. Some of the advantages of this coating treatment include better weather resistance, waterproofing and reflectivity. ...
Sustainability at the core
By Jonny Suchor. An LP Building Solutions environmental expert discusses sustainable wood use in the building industry. In a recent RLW on selling sustainability, Heidi J. Ellsworth from RoofersCoffeeShop® talked with Kris Gray of LP Building Solutions. Sustainability is essential in the building materials sector – especially when the ...
Your guide to roof flashing
By IKO. Get an overview on roof flashing, from what it is, why it is important and how to install it! Editor’s note: Share this article with your customers to help them understand the importance of roof flashing on their building. Roof flashing is critical to a building's’ structural integrity ...
Expand your roofing knowledge with free college classes
By Evelyn Witterholt. EVERROOF is giving two lucky people the chance to win free roofing classes at Clemson University! Calling all new roofing professionals! EVERROOF is giving away free roofing college courses that are offered at Clemson University by the Roofing Alliance. Two lucky winners will receive an introductory course ...
Applications are now open for the 2024 Castagra Roofing Scholarship Program
The Castagra Roofing Scholarship Program is now open for applications. This program was developed to support individuals pursuing a career in roofing (or a similar field), who are passionate about innovation and/or sustainability. Applicants to the Castagra Roofing Scholarship Program must be: Pursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs** in roofing ...
Your one-stop-shop from estimating to installation
By Dani Sheehan. Learn how the new Unified Steel Material List Generator can speed up your estimating process and start installing stone coated metal today. In a recent Lunch & Learn, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Mitch Heitsch of Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions to talk about the new Unified ...
The 2024 Jim Nienow Memorial Scholarship applications are available!
By Roofing Contractor's Association of Southern California. Take advantage of this opportunity to receive financial assistance and educational support. The Jim Nienow Memorial Scholarship is open to applications! Since 1993, we have recognized the achievements of 288 deserving students. Over the last 17 years, we have awarded over $352,000 to the family ...
Level up your solar installation skills!
By Ali Turner, S-5! Enroll in S-5-University today and learn how to work with solar on metal roofs. S-5!® hosts an online university that provides a variety of courses for everyone, from homeowners to contractors and architects. These courses are designed to share industry knowledge from working in the ...
The ins and outs of non-diaphragm post-frame structural design
By Anna Lockhart. Learn about the engineering details of post-frame design and building examples in this webinar! The National Frame Building Association (NFBA) offers a specialized educational program through their Post-Frame Advantage Online University, designed to help participants learn about the engineering design process for non-diaphragm post-frame structures. ...
Swiping into success
By Emma Peterson. Learn the best credit card processing practices from this exciting webinar! Save the date for May 15! The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) is proud to host the president of National Processing Solutions President Natalie Dunlevey. Natalie is an experienced financial advisor with an MBA from Xavier ...
