Education & Learning
Catching up with the Air Vent team at IRE 2024!
By Anna Lockhart. Paul Scelsi shares his tips and expert advice on proper attic ventilation techniques. At the 2024 International Roofing Expo (IRE), the RoofersCoffeeShop® crew stopped by the Air Vent and Gibraltar Building Accessories booth to check out the equipment they brought to the trade show floor ...
5 steps to springtime roofing success
By Elite Roofing. From the trees around a roof to the walls beneath it, here is a list of things to check during routine maintenance this spring! The changing of the seasons are a great reminder to give a roof a routine inspection. Roofs are the first line of defense ...
The 7 steps of an adhesion test
By Progressive Materials. Check out this step-by-step guide to see if silicone is right for your roofing project. Silicone roof coatings are a popular option for protecting and extending the lifespan of a roof. Some of the advantages of this coating treatment include better weather resistance, waterproofing and reflectivity. ...
Sustainability at the core
By Jonny Suchor. An LP Building Solutions environmental expert discusses sustainable wood use in the building industry. In a recent RLW on selling sustainability, Heidi J. Ellsworth from RoofersCoffeeShop® talked with Kris Gray of LP Building Solutions. Sustainability is essential in the building materials sector – especially when the ...
Your guide to roof flashing
By IKO. Get an overview on roof flashing, from what it is, why it is important and how to install it! Editor’s note: Share this article with your customers to help them understand the importance of roof flashing on their building. Roof flashing is critical to a building's’ structural integrity ...
Expand your roofing knowledge with free college classes
By Evelyn Witterholt. EVERROOF is giving two lucky people the chance to win free roofing classes at Clemson University! Calling all new roofing professionals! EVERROOF is giving away free roofing college courses that are offered at Clemson University by the Roofing Alliance. Two lucky winners will receive an introductory course ...
Applications are now open for the 2024 Castagra Roofing Scholarship Program
The Castagra Roofing Scholarship Program is now open for applications. This program was developed to support individuals pursuing a career in roofing (or a similar field), who are passionate about innovation and/or sustainability. Applicants to the Castagra Roofing Scholarship Program must be: Pursuing a post-secondary education in college or vocational programs** in roofing ...
Your one-stop-shop from estimating to installation
By Dani Sheehan. Learn how the new Unified Steel Material List Generator can speed up your estimating process and start installing stone coated metal today. In a recent Lunch & Learn, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Mitch Heitsch of Westlake Royal Roofing Solutions to talk about the new Unified ...
The 2024 Jim Nienow Memorial Scholarship applications are available!
By Roofing Contractor's Association of Southern California. Take advantage of this opportunity to receive financial assistance and educational support. The Jim Nienow Memorial Scholarship is open to applications! Since 1993, we have recognized the achievements of 288 deserving students. Over the last 17 years, we have awarded over $352,000 to the family ...
Level up your solar installation skills!
By Ali Turner, S-5! Enroll in S-5-University today and learn how to work with solar on metal roofs. S-5!® hosts an online university that provides a variety of courses for everyone, from homeowners to contractors and architects. These courses are designed to share industry knowledge from working in the ...
