Industry News
It's time to get ready for the 2024 MRCA conference and expo!
By Emma Peterson. Mark your calendars for October 21-23, this is the event to be at! In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with a panel from the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) to talk about their 75th annual conference and expo. This year, the event ...
7 reasons to consider a trade career
By Emma Peterson. The trades offer a great opportunity for young people to build a meaningful and stable career. Over the last several years, the trades have seen consistent issues with workforce shortages. As older workers continue to retire, there is a lack of young people training to take their ...
Energy-efficient roofing for California homeowners: Meeting Title 24 requirements
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Understanding Title 24 and the cool roof movement in California. As California is one of the most highly populated states in the U.S., the government has worked to create unique solutions to the challenges that come with that population density. Since the 1970s, they ...
Finding the perfect fit
By Dani Sheehan. Unlock new career opportunities in roofing when you partner with this boutique recruiting agency. When searching for a job in the roofing industry, having the right partner can make all the difference. Hi-Peak Staffing Solutions, led by co-owners Kristin and Tony Case, is committed to building relationships ...
Bouncing back from the pandemic
By Emma Peterson. With over 40 years of experience, IIBEC knows how to make a comeback. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth spoke to Brian Pallasch about the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC)’s international convention and trade show. Brian is well-versed in this topic as ...
Preserving the past: How to plan for historical restoration work with metal construction materials
By Chicago Metal Supply. The metal experts at Chicago Metal Supply are well versed in the art of restoring historical buildings and adding a decorative touch to new projects. With their help, find the perfect materials for your next metal project. Historical and decorative buildings are unique in their ...
Roofing Alliance unveils 2024-25 funding initiatives
Strategic Investments include support for SkillsUSA, establishment of a Roofing Industry Center and more. The Roofing Alliance proudly announces the approval of several key funding projects, including a significant three-year commitment to support the SkillsUSA Initiative and the groundbreaking development of a Roofing Industry Center in partnership with Clemson University. Additionally, ...
A voice for the industry
By Emma Peterson. How IIBEC is supporting the industry by signing coalition letters in support of building codes. The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC)’s goal is to advocate for professionals in roofing, waterproofing and exterior wall specification/design around the world. Recently, one of the ways they have pursued ...
Trade association coalition announces Q2 findings from Market Index Survey for Reroofing
Insights from the Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing. A coalition of industry trade associations representing contractors, consultants and manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada has completed its Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing for the second quarter of 2024. The survey is an industrywide effort spearheaded by a coalition of trade ...
A pathway into the industry
By Emma Peterson. Hear about a modern apprenticeship and how it’s helping people find their place in the roofing industry. Apprenticeships have a long history, beginning in the Middle Ages with artisan and merchant guilds. As the working world shifted in the industrial revolution, so did apprenticeships. But through it ...
