Weather
Delivering architectural flexibility and dependable weather protection
By Jenny Yu. Western States Metal Roofing pairs standing seam systems with precision curving technology. When it comes to high-performance metal roofing, seam height and fabrication precision can significantly influence long-term durability and architectural impact. In a recent newsletter, Western States Metal Roofing highlighted its MS1® and MS1.5® mechanically ...
Working through the winter: Cold weather tips for adhesives and primers
By Emma Peterson. From storage to application on the roof, here are some tips for handling bonding products in cold conditions. In the United States, wintertime is often quieter than the summertime when it comes to roofing. This is because winter weather often brings precipitation, winds, freezing temperatures and ...
Severe weather and temperature swings: Is your facility protected?
By Greenwood Industries. Proactive planning and informed system selection help reduce risk, extend service life and support resilient performance. Winter in the Northeast is rarely predictable. One week brings two feet of snow and the next brings temperatures in the 50s. When severe storms and freeze and thaw cycles come into ...
Why heat exhaustion is a roofing safety hazard
By Kevin Lindley, Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA). FRSA highlights how heat-related illness can contribute to dangerous jobsite conditions. Exposure to high heat for extended periods of time can create serious safety challenges for roofing crews and other construction professionals working outdoors. The Florida Roofing and Sheet ...
Do shingle hail-resistance ratings actually reflect real-world performance?
By Gold Shield Exteriors. For best protection, choose a trusted manufacturer, use SBS-modified options when possible and ensure professional installation. If you've shopped for roofing materials recently, you've probably seen claims about "Class 4 impact resistance" or "UL 2218 certified" shingles. Manufacturers promise these premium products will protect your home from ...
Weathering the storm
By Anna Lockhart. Metal roofing materials are designed to be reliable and durable through Mother Nature’s most extreme weather events. Metal experts break down ways metal roofs can be the industry’s answer. In a recent Coffee Conversations®, host Karen Edwards sat down with metal industry experts to ...
Designing resilience
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Johns Manville is creating roofing systems that protect both people and the environment. Over the last two decades, there has been a significant rise in the number of extreme weather events. Yale Environment 360 reports that “major floods have more than doubled, the number of ...
Roofing in a winter wonderland
By Emma Peterson. How Unified Steel products keep contractors working in the cold season. For many roofers, the colder season means slower business and more downtime, in part due to the challenges of installing traditional asphalt shingles in temperatures below 40°F. In comes Westlake Royal Roofing Products’ Unified Steel™ Stone ...
Built to withstand winter’s worst
By Emma Peterson. How Unified Steel™ Stone Coated Roofing protects against wind, hail, snow and ice. While any season can present challenges for a roof system, winter brings a unique combination of wind, ice, snow and other severe weather, putting roofing materials to the test. Westlake Royal Roofing Products’ Unified ...
Unlocking longevity through smarter roof care
By Jesse Sanchez. Regular maintenance keeps facilities operating smoothly while protecting long-term investments. Benchmark works with facility leaders who want to extend the life of their assets, and roof health sits at the center of that strategy. Roof maintenance may sound routine, but experts say the impact is anything but ...
