Weather
RICOWI Spring Seminar highlights wildfire resilience, research and industry collaboration
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Industry leaders gather to explore wildfire risk, roofing performance and the future of resilient construction. The Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI) held its Spring 2026 Seminar in Sacramento, California. The conference brought together researchers, fire professionals, code officials and roofing industry leaders to explore the growing ...
RICOWI investigation highlights lessons from Texas A&M hailstorm
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Findings presented during RICOWI’s spring meeting highlight how different roofing systems performed following a major hailstorm at Texas A&M University. At the recent spring meeting of the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues (RICOWI) in Sacramento, California, roofing professionals gathered to review the findings of a major ...
Preparing roofs for winter hazards
By Jenny Yu. Industry experts explain how snow retention technology is evolving to improve safety and roof performance. Safety has always been the primary reason for snow retention systems, but evolving roof materials and weather patterns are increasing awareness of their importance across the country. In a recent ...
Building stronger roofs: RICOWI’s latest field investigation
By Emma Peterson. RICOWI’s 2025 Texas A&M University hail study reveals vital insights into modern roof performance after severe storms. Back in 1990, the Roofing Industry Committee on Weather Issues, Inc. (RICOWI) was formed as a non-profit with the partnership of the Department of Energy and Oak ...
From hurricanes to wildfires: Building codes shape product design
By Jenny Yu. Why BRAVA Roof Tile is dedicated to developing code-compliant roofing materials. With extreme weather events becoming more and more common, the roofing industry constantly works to develop and meet standards that keep properties and the people within them safe and secure. For roofing manufacturers, meeting these ...
How metal meets the strongest weather demands
By Jenny Yu. Metal roofing offers durability, efficiency, and long-term protection in a changing climate. For homeowners facing increasingly intense wind events, roof performance has become a central concern. In the article “How do I protect my Florida home from high winds?” by Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing outlines ...
Choosing a roof to withstand hailstorms
By Jenny Yu. Class 4 roofs offer superior protection against large hail and other severe weather threats. Choosing a roof that can withstand hailstorms is a growing priority for homeowners in many parts of the United States, and DECRA Metal Roofing’s article “What’s the Best Type of Roof for ...
Winter roof loads: What every roofer should know about snow, ice and safety
By DaVinci Roofscapes. How to protect roofs — and homeowners — when winter weather hits. Soft, white and beautiful — A fresh snowfall transforms any landscape into a winter wonderland. But for roofers, snow brings significant challenges. Beneath that picturesque layer, every flake adds more weight to a roof and if you’re ...
Capitalize on the fall season before winter arrives
By Marco Industries. Fall often delivers the most consistent conditions for roofing, but success still depends on climate and material selection. Roofing contractors rarely agree on the ideal time of year to schedule roof installations. Here at Marco Industries, we know that climate, material choice and regional weather patterns all ...
Metal roofing built for winter performance gains traction in Texas
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Contractors are increasingly turning to metal roofing for dependable winter performance and long-term value. Winter weather can put any roofing system to the test, especially in regions that face snow, ice and prolonged cold temperatures. While harsh conditions can create challenges, the right roofing system ...
