Expert Conversations
Handling hidden hail damage
By Western Colloid. Learn how to help your clients navigate the aftermath of a hailstorm and prepare for the next one. Most people know the danger of hail and the havoc it can wreak on a roof, but they often think of it only in terms of chips and ...
Community, culture and connection with XTV
By Emma Peterson. With XTV, SRS Distribution has created a networking space that is not only a great business opportunity, but also a ton of fun. When it comes to summertime activities, it’s hard to beat a good tailgate party. From good food and friends to the fun sports ...
Impulsando el talento diverso en la construcción
Por Jessica Bravo. Diversidad, inclusión y desarrollo: Tremco WTI como puente profesional. En este episodio de La Voz de los Ruferos, Jessica Bravo habla con Lorna Rojas de Tremco WTI sobre las oportunidades de carrera que ofrece la industria del techado. Lorna destaca cómo Tremco no solo proporciona empleos, ...
Your guide to successful concrete roof restorations
By Emma Peterson. Learn how to handle the unique challenges that crop up when restoring concrete roofs. About a month ago, we had the chance to sit down with James “Jamie” Atkins, assistant product manager for UNIFLEX and Kool Seal, to talk about metal roof restorations. Recently, we got to ...
The Midwest’s biggest roofing event is back this October!
By Emma Peterson. The 2025 MRCA Conference and Expo promises three days of growth, connection and community for roofers. It might come as a shock, but the summer season is heading towards its close! Here at The Coffee Shops™, we will miss the warm weather but couldn't be more excited ...
Transforming rooftops with Millennium PG-1, EF ECO2
By Jenny Yu. Learn how this innovative product is designed to streamline operations and meet future regulations. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with Matthew Del Fiacco and Paul Terry of H.B. Fuller to discuss the Millennium PG-1, EF ECO2, the company’s game-changing addition ...
Why continuous insulation is on the rise
By Emma Peterson. Learn how to determine if this popular building envelope solution is right for your project. As new technologies develop, there has been a consistent introduction of new products and techniques in the construction industry. One example of such developments is the rise in contractor use of continuous ...
A roof without anchors is a risk waiting to happen
By Jesse Sanchez. This roofing expert is sounding the alarm on rooftop safety and why code-compliant attachments are no longer optional. In a conversation that’s part technical deep-dive, part industry wake-up call, Anchor Products’ Scott Carpenter makes one thing clear: unsecured rooftop equipment isn’t just a code violation, it’s a ...
Central States has what you need
By Emma Peterson. For contractors looking to get started in the metal market, Central States is a great place to start. Whether it’s in commercial or residential applications, metal is on the rise in the roofing and building products industry. To learn about how contractors can get involved with this ...
How AI is revolutionizing estimating workflows
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how automation helps roofers do the tedious stuff faster. In a rapidly shifting industry landscape, one thing is clear: artificial intelligence isn’t just a fad; it’s helping roofing professionals work smarter, not harder. That was a key takeaway from this Coffee Conversations, hosted by Heidi J. ...
