Coffee Shop Originals
Safety Starts with the Right Shoes
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Meet Brittany Randall, the brains behind the boot program that will outfit more than 500 feet in 2020. At Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. (WTI) they always put safety first and that goes right down to the shoes. Employees at WTI get new safety boots each year. With ...
Engagement with Safety Practices Improves Project Outcomes
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. A contractor’s approach to safety will help them be more competitive in the market and retain employees. A recent Dodge Data & Analytics SmartMarket Report titled “Safety Management in the Construction Industry 2020” finds that contractors continue to report benefits emerging when they engage their employees ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® Welcomes Estimating EDGE
The EDGE™ is the professional’s choice for all-in-one estimating and takeoff software. RoofersCoffeeShop, the award-winning place where the industry meets for technology, information, and everyday business, is pleased to welcome Estimating EDGE. Estimating EDGE is the only software for commercial roofing companies that provides an end-to-end automated solution for takeoff and ...
Speak the Same Language as Your Customers
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. If you are marketing products and services to the Hispanic population, you need to speak their language. Many companies think that since the Hispanic population is shifting from immigration based to U.S. born, that more of those born in the U.S. would be speaking English. Meaning ...
Coronavirus Could Impact U.S. Construction Industry
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. With 30% of building product imports coming from China, expect to see some ripples in the roofing industry – especially in new construction. As if 2020 wasn’t bringing enough uncertainty with the ongoing labor shortage, tariff wars and an upcoming election to elect a new president, ...
Strategic Partnerships Podcast
By Lauren White, RCS Reporter. Owens Corning shares the importance of developing partnerships with suppliers and how they can help differentiate your company. For almost 25 years, Jon Gardner has been in the roofing industry and hasn’t looked back. He proudly explains, “Once you’re in the industry, you’re always in the ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® Welcomes LEVERAGE
The company’s team of experienced professionals work with you to build a strong digital footprint in your local area, driving awareness, leads, and increased revenue for your roofing business. RoofersCoffeeShop, the award-winning place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business is pleased to welcome LEVERAGE. LEVERAGE is a ...
Survey Ranks Roofing as Most Physically Demanding Construction Trade
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. The survey wanted to find the answer to “What sort of work is most physically grueling and what’s hardest to learn and master?” The company CraftJack, a contractor lead service, decided to conduct a survey to answer the question of what sort of work is the ...
Heidi J. Ellsworth Recognized with NWiR’s Inaugural W.O.R.L.D. Award
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. The award honors a Woman of Outstanding Roofing Leadership and Distinction. The third annual National Women in Roofing Day was held on Sunday, February 2, 2020, prior to the start of the International Roofing Expo in Dallas. The day was filled with excellent presentations from outstanding ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® Welcomes McElroy Metal
The company’s metal roofing, metal siding and metal panels provide everything contractors need for their next metal project. RoofersCoffeeShop, the award-winning place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business is pleased to welcome McElroy Metal. As an industry leading manufacturer of metal roofing, metal siding and substructural components, ...
