Business Boosters
The value of project audits for roofing contractors: Part 1
By Cotney Consulting Group. In order to significantly improve project outcomes and future endeavors, roofers must understand the importance and methodology behind a project audit. For roofing contracting, projects come in all shapes and sizes. No matter the size or complexity, every project can benefit from an in-depth audit. A project audit ...
Estimating with expertise: Pathways to profitability in roofing
By Cotney Consulting Group. Creating a labor cost estimate that reflects fairness and foresight is key to success for roofing contractors. In the high-stakes construction arena, the mastery of accurate estimation is not merely a useful tool — it is the bedrock upon which the success of roofing contractors is built. In ...
New growth opportunities are on the horizon for 2025
By Michelle Miller, Creativate. The lessons we learned in 2024 will help guide our success in 2025. It’s time to look ahead and begin planning bright and prosperous goals for 2025! That also means, it’s time to review the successes and struggles of 2024. In 2024, many within the industry ...
6 ways to improve employee retention
By Central States Manufacturing. Learn how Central States Manufacturing creates a welcoming environment for new hires. Ensuring that new hires feel welcome is crucial, as it sets the tone for their experience with the company. Creating a sense of belonging is crucial for the company and for employee-owners to ...
Weathering the storm: Navigating employee terminations in the roofing industry
By Cotney Consulting Group. Terminating an employee is intricate, especially in teamwork-centric industries like roofing contracting. It is crucial to navigate this challenge with empathy, meticulous planning and legal understanding. Being a roofing contractor is competitive; maintaining a skilled and motivated workforce is paramount for business success. However, situations arise where terminating ...
5 reasons investing in metal is worth it
By ASC Building Products. A metal roof can cost more up front, but there are many advantages to metal in the long-term. If your customer is in need of a new roof and they don't know what type of roofing they want yet, talk to them about metal. While ...
How a successful company culture goes beyond sales and marketing
By Jonny Suchor. The GLO Group’s influence on innovation and loyalty has become a winning formula for roofing businesses. On a recent Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth had a discussion with Monica Vornbrock and Melissa Chapman, the co-founders of The GLO Group. Originating in 2021, The GLO ...
Building and maintaining your company’s brand
By Centerpoint Connect. Branding is key to helping customers understand who your company is, what you stand for and how you can help them. Learn how to implement your brand as effectively as possible. Your company’s brand identity is the first thing customers will notice and, hopefully, remember. Branding is ...
Reflecting on the mindset of a roofer
By Grant Winstead, Renovation Xperts. Learn how challenging your standard mindset has the power to transform yourself… and ultimately your business. “The biggest risk is not taking any risk... In a world that’s changing really quickly, the only strategy that is guaranteed to fail is not taking risks.” — Mark Zuckerberg When I ...
Why your roofing software provider needs a customer success team
By Jobba Trade Technologies. When implementing new roofing software, you’ll want to have a team who will make sure the transition is successful. When looking at different roofing software, there’s a lot of considerations you are sure to make. What features does it have? How much does it cost? But ...
