Expert Conversations
The future of roofing: Why solar is becoming essential for contractors
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover why industry experts believe solar is the future of roofing and how contractors can seamlessly integrate it into their business for long-term success. In an episode of Roofing Road Trips®, a panel of industry experts discussed the necessary tools to seamlessly integrate solar solutions into roofing businesses. Hosted ...
Building paths into the roofing industry
By Emma Peterson. Learn how the roofing industry is engaging and supporting the next generation in a variety of ways In response to the ongoing labor and skill shortage, the roofing industry has truly come together to create innovative and engaging workforce development and education opportunities. In this Read, Listen, Watch® (RLW), ...
The power of choice
By Emma Peterson. Learn how the Roof Hub Estimator is revolutionizing the way contractors manage estimates and bids. Roof Hub was launched by SRS Distribution four years ago and revolutionized the way roofing contractors and professionals approached project management and business workflow. Today, SRS is still adding and improving upon this, with ...
The counteroffer conundrum
By Jesse Sanchez. Properly weighing the risks and rewards of counteroffers is crucial for both employees and employers. When a valued employee hands in their resignation, a counteroffer is often the employer's knee-jerk reaction. But is it truly a solution or just a temporary fix? In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, ...
Making technology work for you, not the other way around
By Emma Peterson. Incorporating AI into your operations in a safe and secure way. Technology is constantly developing and there can be a lot of pressure to keep up with the newest software and updates. With the advent of artificial intelligence (AI), a lot of contractors and professionals in the field are ...
Duro-Last's dedication to growth, quality and connections
By Emma Peterson. President Darren Schulz shares why listening is such an important part of his leadership and the company’s future plans. In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth travels to Saginaw, Michigan to speak to Duro-Last President Darren Schulz. Like many of us in the ...
A career built on passion and perseverance
By Dani Sheehan. The best part about the roofing industry is that if you have passion and work hard, you can go as far as you want. The path to a fulfilling and successful career isn’t always clear. College is often presented as the default route, but for those who struggle in ...
Reshaping rooftop security
By Jesse Sanchez. Transforming rooftop security with innovative attachment solutions that keep equipment in place. Joel Stanley, the founder of Anchor Products, has spent his career revolutionizing rooftop attachment systems. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Stanley to discuss the origins of their product, ...
75 years and counting: How Leister continues to innovate
By Emma Peterson. From a new vacuum plate to the next generation of VARIMAT, Leister continues to improve their heat welding offerings. In a special Read Listen Watch® (RLW), Heidi J. Ellsworth took attendees to the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE) show floor to talk to Dave Nordentoft and Brittany Wykle of ...
There’s snow time like the present to learn about snow retention
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Rocky Mountain Snow Guards are educating homeowners and contractors alike this March for National Snow Guards Safety Month! In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth hosted Lars Walberg and Zach Stopyro to talk about the first annual National Snow Guards Safety Month, March ...
