Industry News
Meet MVP Winner Drew Thomas
By Lauren White. This Superintendent and Assessment Specialist is the “go-to” guy for questions and complicated calculations. Every year, outstanding employees are nominated by their coworkers for the Roofing Alliance’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award program. This award recognizes and celebrates workers in two categories: 1) Workers who exemplify dedication ...
METALCON Announces Veterans Leadsership Program as 2019 Charity
By METALCON. While we may not be highlighting a magnificent building today in Magnificent Metal Monday, what could be more magnificent than raising awareness and funds for a good cause? Continuing METALCON’s 20-year history of “giving back,” we are delighted to announce that this year’s fundraising efforts will go toward the Veterans ...
Withstanding The Elements
By Melissa Lee, Marketing communications manager, Duro-Last, Inc. New Metal Roof for Oregon’s Crater Lake National Park Crater Lake National Park, located along the Cascade Mountain Range in Southern Oregon, has long been a popular destination for travelers from every corner of the world. Formed over 7,700 years ago when Mount Mazama ...
Kopp Electric Company Joins Ranks of CertainTeed’s Master Solar Installer Program
Company will offer 25-year workmanship warranty on CertainTeed solar products. Kopp Electric Company has received CertainTeed’s premier solar credential – Master Solar Installer. Master Solar Installers demonstrate the highest levels of solar knowledge as well as a commitment to quality and homeowner satisfaction. Solar installers who achieve CertainTeed’s Master Solar Installer credential ...
Marco Wins 13th Gold Key of Excellence Award.
By Marco Industries. Rural Builder Magazine readers have named Marco a Gold Key of Excellence Award winner for the 13th time. The annual Gold Key Award recognizes the elite in our industry. More than 100 companies qualify through nominations, but only the top 10 percent annually receive the honor. Through a ballot ...
IIBEC Building Envelope Symposium Announces 2019 Topics and Speakers
The IIBEC 2019 Building Enclosure Symposium will feature presentations from expert instructors offering more than just technical data. With presentations about roofing, waterproofing, and exterior walls, every building enclosure professional is sure to find topics of interest to increase their knowledge and expand their expertise. Presenters reinforce program content with real-world ...
Meet MVP Winner Bobby Ainsworth
By Lauren White. With 38 years’ experience, Bobby has worked his way up from $0.25 a day to Commercial Production Manager. Every year, outstanding employees are nominated by their coworkers for the Roofing Alliance’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award program. This award recognizes and celebrates workers in two categories: 1) ...
Comprehensive Metal Roofing Course Designed to Support Growing Demand
By MRA. Registration, special MRA discount now available for two-day extension class To help support the booming demand for qualified metal roofing installers and providers, the University of Wisconsin-Madison is offering an extension course this winter entitled “Metal Roofing from A (Aluminum) to Z (Zinc).” Held December 5-6, 2019, early registration is ...
New State Law Cracks Down on Roof Scams
A new state law makes it clear that it’s illegal for a contractor or roofer to waive an insurance deductible. “This new law will help further protect consumers,” said Texas Insurance Commissioner Kent Sullivan. “Roofers who waive deductibles are cutting corners. Take your business elsewhere.” After a major storm, contractors – including ...
Roofing Contractors Face Shortage of Skilled Workers - The Freedonia Group Weighs In
As discussed in the study Roofing Accessories, "The roofing industry – like many other construction trades – faces a shortage of skilled workers." The main factors contributing to the shortage include: older roofers aging out of the profession younger generations showing less inclination to enter traditionally blue-collar careers government policies that have made it ...
