Expert Conversations
To lease or purchase roll forming machinery?
By Anna Lockhart. Making the decision to lease or purchase roll forming equipment can be a big decision. The metal experts share their experience and advice on how to do what’s right for your business. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, host Heidi J. Ellsworth ...
Get ready for the 2024 National Women in Roofing (NWiR) Days!
By Emma Peterson. Meet the executive council from NWiR as they prepare for the upcoming 2024 NWiR Days in February and the exciting things they have in store for the event. In Season 5, Episode 83 of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth sat down with Christee Holbrook, Jennifer Keegan, ...
‘Tis the season for giving!
By Anna Lockhart. Give back to charitable causes in the roofing industry this holiday season and have your donations matched by Trent Cotney! In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese to discuss his annual tradition ...
The Western States Safety App and what it can do for your team
By Emma Peterson. Learn about how the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) is leveraging technology to make job sites safer. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth talks to Stephen Zasadil, the creator of WSRCA’s Safety Companion App. Stephen “started in safety around 2008, ...
Celebrating the artisanship of asphalt roofing
By Dani Sheehan. Winning the Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards is more than simply using asphalt in your project. See how a beautiful execution and creative solution with tried-and-true materials can earn you continued recognition throughout the industry. In the most recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sits ...
Choosing the right ventilation for your project needs
By Anna Lockhart. Figuring out which kind of vent is best for your project needs is incredibly important for proper building ventilation. The experts from FlashCo share their insights. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Rick Morrow ...
Common commercial roof coating mistakes
By Henry Staggs, roofing expert, consultant and expert witness. Not all roof coatings are created equal. Don't make these common mistakes when assessing the quality of a roof coatings material. Not all coatings are made the same Some time ago, while running a roofing consulting company, I was having lunch with a roofer ...
Pacific West Roofing is the November R-Club Roofer of the Month
By Adam Cabrera. Pacific West Roofing secures customer confidence through their dedication to quality and effective communication. When it comes to maintaining a sturdy and reliable roof, Stan Robinson, the co-owner of Pacific West Roofing, believes ventilation is central to the longevity and performance of the roofing system. Pacific West ...
Rising to the occasion – the importance of low-slope training for contractors
By Anna Lockhart. Training programs provide confidence for both up-and-coming contractors and those who are looking to refresh their product and technology knowledge. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips podcast, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Kyle Stavish and Chris Kuykendall of Mule-Hide Products to ...
Take the Leap and Learn how to “Be The Professional”
By Dani Sheehan. Professionalism is a state of mind. When you want to scale your business, you need good work, good people and good systems in place. We recently finished the 2023 Western Roofing Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, and it was a busy exhibition! During the expo, Heidi J. ...
