Products & Services
The secret to managing commercial roofing projects
By Emma Peterson. Having the right commercial supplier is a gamechanger when it comes to avoiding costly delays and extended timelines. In the world of roofing and construction timing can make or break a project. Because if you have a subcrew scheduled, a crane booked, a building closed down and ...
Roofs that do it all
By Jesse Sanchez. With extreme weather becoming the norm, insurers and homeowners alike are turning to smarter solutions and stronger roofs. In an era of increasingly severe storms and unpredictable climate events, traditional roofing just doesn’t cut it anymore. That’s where the FORTIFIED Roof™ System steps in, not as a ...
Expanding ventilation solutions in roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. How one roofing ventilation manufacturer is strengthening industry partnerships while developing sustainable products to meet evolving market demands. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, leaders from Roof Saver shared how relationships, product performance and strategic innovation are helping the company navigate a roofing market ...
Choosing the right low-slope roof covering
By Jesse Sanchez. Built-up roofing, modified bitumen, single-ply membranes and fluid-applied systems each offer distinct advantages for low-slope roofing projects. Understanding how each component works together is key to selecting the right low-slope roofing system. MuleHide compares the assembly to an open-faced sandwich, with the roof deck serving as the ...
Get the look without the hassle
By Anna Lockhart. Standing seam metal roofing is all the rage but comes with a heavy cost. Central States says: what if you could get the look, for less? Metal roofing has continued to surge in popularity as homeowners have become aware of the benefits of choosing metal ...
Building trust and community on the RCAW show floor
By Emma Peterson. Tim Cossette shares insights into the value of RCAW, the power of networking and the importance of industry collaboration. A couple months ago, The Coffee Shops™ crew was at the Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW)’s 2026 trade show. This year’s show was bigger than ever, with ...
Quality matters: Reducing risk while improving performance
By Jenny Yu. Learn how new approaches to tapered insulation and membrane technology are helping contractors work more efficiently. Building owners and roofing contractors face a variety of challenges when it comes to long-term roof performance and effective water management. During a recent conversation with The Coffee Shops™, Austin ...
Tested to perform
By Emma Peterson. AWIP’s Bob Beaird explains how rigorous FM testing helps ensure roofing and wall systems deliver proven performance, safety and quality. In the roofing and construction industries, there is a drive to always be developing better products. The goal with this is to create products that make our ...
Close the gap between inspection and contract
By Jesse Sanchez. A connected commercial roofing workflow can help contractors move from site documentation to signed proposals without losing critical information or momentum. Commercial roofing contractors can complete a thorough inspection and still lose the project before a proposal reaches the building owner. Centerpoint Connect helps address the breakdown ...
Why roofing underlayment is the quiet hero of weatherproof construction
By Jesse Sanchez. The first line of defense against leaks and mold might be something you never see — but absolutely need in place. When it comes to preventing costly roof failures, the underlayment isn’t just an accessory — it’s the unsung champion of every well-built roofing system. From brutal ...
