Weather
Re-roofing with resilient composite tiles
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Learn why DaVinci composite roofing is such a good option for homes in places with extreme weather. Defeated. Overwhelmed. Beaten. Property owners who have lived through a major weather event, only to learn that their roofs did not survive, can feel all these emotions. That’s one of the main reasons ...
Help homeowners weather the storm
By GAF. Roofing contractors can play a critical role in helping communities recover from storm damage – lead with confidence when you’re backed by GAF’s support. As extreme weather events grow more frequent and severe, homeowners are looking for trusted professionals who can guide them through resilient roofing solutions that meet evolving ...
Mother Nature out of control
By DaVinci Roofscapes. How these homeowners made it through the summer of hurricanes in their hometown. It’s almost like Indian Shores, Florida has a huge bullseye on it. That’s how homeowners Hugh Smith and Diana Fuller felt in the summer of 2024 when not one, not two, but THREE hurricanes struck their ...
Why adhesive selection matters more than ever
By Adrian Robledo, ICP Group. Take a closer look at adhesives for tile roofing applications to improve their ability to withstand Florida’s extreme weather conditions. From meeting wind uplift codes to optimizing application efficiency, today’s contractors need adhesive solutions that perform under pressure, especially in hurricane-prone areas like Florida. Tile roofing presents ...
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 ...
2025 hurricane forecast: Wild, wet and windy
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Hang onto your hammers. Apparently Mother Nature isn’t taking a year off. According to a variety of industry sources, the 2025 Hurricane Season will be especially brutal. Predictions from experts at Colorado State University call for higher than average storm activity this year. The chart below tells the story… more ...
What causes snow to buckle on a metal roof?
By The Metal Roof Experts at S-5! Learn how to reduce the risk of snow buckling on a metal roof even when proper snow guards are in place. Even when a snow retention system is properly installed, under certain conditions, snow can still slide off a metal roof unexpectedly. One of the ...
When the heat is more than just hot air
By MARCO Industries. A new safety law sends a clear message to outdoor workers everywhere. The sun doesn’t play favorites. Whether you're on a rooftop or framing a new build, the rising heat isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s dangerous. With temperatures already climbing, a new safety law should have every contractor, roofer ...
Homeowners in hurricane and tornado-prone regions are taking action, making improvements to better protect their homes
While officials in the Gulf Coast debate whether asphalt shingle roofs are appropriate for residential homes in the region given the possibilities of catastrophic hurricane damage, homeowners who have experience riding out monster storms aren’t waiting for updated codes or standards to tell them they need better performing roofs. That’s the ...
Guardian Roofing, Gutters & Insulation shares the ideal seasons to install gutters in the Pacific Northwest
Protect your home from heavy rain, mold and water damage before it’s too late. Spring in the Pacific Northwest marks the transition from the heavy rains of winter to the lighter showers of the warmer months — but that doesn’t mean the wet weather is gone. In fact, spring can still ...
