Weather
How new testing standards have changed to address weather hazards
By Metal-Era and Hickman Edge Systems. Let the experts at Metal-Era and Hickman Edge Systems guide you through the new ANSI/SPRI GT-1 testing standard and how it protects contractors and building owners. In 2021, the International Building Code (IBC) was updated to include ANSI/SPRI GT-1. ANSI/SPRI GT-1 is a test ...
Systems to protect homes in snowy climates
By Jonny Suchor. The increasing awareness of snow retention systems plays a pivotal role in keeping roofs, surrounding landscapes and people safe. Winter is here and with that brings shifts in weather patterns across various regions. These seasonal changes can bring intense weather conditions, much like the snow and ice ...
The best roofing combination for winter weather resilience
By Dani Sheehan. Understand the perfect union between composite roofing and snow retention systems in harsh environments with icy, winter conditions. Do you work in an area with heavy snow loads and harsh winter months? Are you helping your customers choose composite roofing systems as a more durable solution for ...
Rain or shine, this roofing assembly weathers every storm
By Georgia-Pacific Building Products. With the right material and extra precautions, a data center stands up to extreme weather in the heart of Texas’ Hail Alley. When a Texas construction company set out to install a roof on an important data center in America’s Hail Alley, it was the wettest ...
Navigating winter roofing: Tools, techniques and thermal sealing
By Equipter. Explore strategies and considerations for roofing contractors and homeowners to achieve successful and safe roof replacements during winter months. Roofers encounter distinct challenges when undertaking roofing projects throughout the winter months, and homeowners face unique considerations when replacing a roof during this time of year. Addressing these challenges ...
The impact of high winds – how various roofing materials performed during Hurricane Ian
By Anna Lockhart. The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues has created an extensive report detailing the impact of Hurricane Ian, which made landfall in 2022. This report contains valuable information about roofing materials and their durability to withstand high winds. Understanding the impact of severe weather on residential ...
Roofing in a winter wonderland: A guide to cold installation
By Polyglass. During the brisk winter months, a unique set of challenges and considerations arise for roofing professionals. Those in the roofing industry understand the complications associated with cold-weather installation. Polyglass shares the common concerns installers often face in cold weather environments and offers products and solutions ...
Has Your Roof Weathered the Storm?
By Equipter. Here’s how to tell if your roof has been damaged after the latest storm. Editor’s note: Share the following information with your customers who want to know if their roof has any storm damage. Different types of storms can damage your roof in many ways. While wind and ...
Winter safety equals snow retention on roofing systems
By Adam Cabrera. As winter approaches, homeowners and contractors are reminded of the latent hazards that snow and ice pose to both people and property. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Nick Mentzer from The Roofing Co. and Mindy Dahlquist ...
Don’t wait until there’s a block of ice in the gutter to focus on ice dams
By Paul Scelsi, Air Vent - Gibraltar Building Accessories Stay ahead of ice dams by understanding their cause and taking preventive measures ahead of time. If we wait until winter to fight ice dams, it’s too late. Our best chance to tackle ice dams is in the spring, summer and fall. ...
