Education & Learning
Connect With Labor Crews in the Click of a Button
By Anna Lockhart. In the upcoming RLW, industry experts from Labor Central and SRS Distribution share how their innovative app is changing the way companies are finding labor and crushing the labor shortage! Tune in to the upcoming Read, Listen, Watch® on October 11 for a special episode ...
Bringing Solar Power to the People
By Evelyn Witterholt. In our latest episode of Coffee Conversations, we speak with ABC Supply about how contractors can sell solar and renewable energy to their customers. Whether it’s because of improved technology or government subsidies, solar roofing is growing exponentially. Many roofing companies may be interested in integrating solar ...
The Future of Business is Continuing Education
By Dani Sheehan. The roofing industry is seeing huge growth. See how continuing education provides the opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and build your business by investing in your employees. In the most recent RCS Lunch and Learn, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits Jon Gardner of Owens Corning to ...
Common Steep-slope Roofing Terminology Every Homeowner Should Know
By John Kenney. It’s important to know what you’re dealing with when it comes to renovating or installing a steep-slope roof. This article covers the basic terms home and building owners may want to familiarize themselves with in preparation for working with a steep-slope roof. Editor’s note: ...
Missing OSHA Certifications to Operate Machinery? Enroll Now!
By Dani Sheehan. Members of CRCA in Chicago, Illinois can enroll in one of two opportunities to receive three important certifications. Spaces are limited! You won’t want to miss these training courses offered by the Chicago Roofing Contractors Association (CRCA) Chicagoland Women in Roofing (CWIR) at the end of this ...
Finding the Next Generation of Roofing Pros
By Evelyn Witterholt. We spoke with industry experts about their partnership with SkillsUSA and how they are helping inspire future roofing professionals. For over 50 years, SkillsUSA has been helping build the future workforce by training students in the trades. Each year, they host the SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills conference ...
Building New Opportunity for Young Roofing Professionals
By Adam Cabrera. Elevate your career and education simultaneously with the WTI apprenticeship program in roofing. When considering career options, young professionals often overlook the roofing industry. However, Caden Aquino, a roof inspector with WTI Tremco, has a compelling pitch for those seeking a fulfilling career path. Featured in a ...
Florida’s 25% Rule to Assess Damaged Roofs
By All Points Tile and Slate. Understanding roofing guidelines is important in ensuring the safety and longevity of roofs after a storm. While Florida’s sunny climate attracts tourists and residents year-round, hurricane season lasts from June to November and can have detrimental effects on homes. To help assess damage and ...
Roofing Industry Insights Live from the Tradeshow Floor
By Adam Cabrera. Live from the Western Roofing Expo, industry leaders stress the importance of community engagement and philanthropy in the roofing business. The roofing industry has proven its resilience in the face of economic uncertainty, while also grappling with labor shortages, material inventory issues and the influx of private ...
Two-day Metal Roofing Systems Course to Take Place at the University of Wisconsin
Metal roofing expert, Rob Haddock, presents Metal Roofing Systems at the University of Wisconsin Madison’s School of Engineering on November 30 - December 1, 2023. If you design, install, commission, maintain or repair metal roofing systems, this course will provide you with the tools and techniques to do your job correctly ...
