Products & Services
Undercover metal
By Emma Peterson. Metal panels are becoming a popular choice in place of other products. When you imagine a metal roof or metal siding, you might get an image of an old barn or shed. The likelihood is you pictured a building painted a bright primary color. While many of us still ...
Warranty transference 101
By Lori Jerome, PABCO Roofing Products. Learn about how strong, transferable warranties can give homeowners peace of mind when investing in their roofs. Replacing a roof is a huge investment, probably one of the largest ones you will ever make on your home. Beyond the monetary value, the roof is ...
A promise that doesn’t back down
By East Lake Metals. When the elements push metal to its limits, only the proven warranties stand firm. In the world of metal roofing, the word “warranty” gets tossed around like a buzzword. It’s easy to print a promise; it’s harder to back it up when the ocean air starts eating away ...
Integrating wind performance into the building system
By GAF. Whether you’re a contractor, an architect or an engineer, learn why wind design matters in commercial building projects. When designing a commercial roofing system, wind resistance is a critical component of the entire building envelope. Proper wind design protects long-term performance, safeguards against costly failures and ensures compliance with codes, ...
Install smarter: Time-saving roofing accessories
By Dani Sheehan. FlashCo’s booth at IRE 2025 showcased products that simplify installations and keep roofing crews moving quickly and efficiently. If you’ve ever spent a day on the roof wrestling with clamps, caulking or custom flashings, you know just how valuable time-saving products can be. At this year’s International Roofing Expo ...
Retrofit roofs: The power plants of tomorrow
By Dale Nelson, president of Roof Hugger, LLC. One roof, two jobs — providing protection from the elements now, offering clean energy production for decades to come. A roof is no longer just the structural lid that protects buildings from the elements. It's becoming a launchpad for the next wave of energy ...
Smart installs start here: Best practices for contractors
By Jesse Sanchez. A few strategic moves can make or break solar ventilation installations — here’s what the pros know. Contractors across the country are turning to Attic Breeze not just for its solar-powered ventilation products but also for the company’s deep bench of professional support and practical installation guidance. A closer ...
The evolving role of metal in modern building design
By Jesse Sanchez. Industry voices shed light on the latest metal trends, consultant collaborations and market uncertainties at IIBEC 2025. Amid the hum of industry professionals and innovation on display at the 2025 IIBEC Convention, one conversation at the IB Roof Systems-sponsored soundstage stood out. Bob LeClare, director of perimeter edge business ...
Showcasing moisture solutions in the Rocky Mountains
By Dani Sheehan. VaproShield® shared their newest products at the CRA trade show! VaproShield made a strong impression at this year’s Colorado Roofing Association (CRA) trade show, marking their first year as CRA members and their first time exhibiting at the event. We caught up with Matt Lyon of Elliott Associates, a ...
Build beauty with Brava
By Brava Roof Tile. Learn about the different types of roof materials on the market and why synthetic composite is such a good choice. A roof is the first line of defense between your home and the elements, whether that’s a frigid, snowy winter or the fierce rays from the ...
