Metal Roofing
METALCON: More Than a Trade Show
In this episode of Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with a panel of industry leaders to discuss what general contractors, builders and erectors can expect from METALCON 2025’s robust educational programming. From hands-on Metal Mastery Clinics to business-boosting sessions on AI, fire resilience ...
Coating for coastal strength and style
By East Lake Metals. Engineered for endurance, this metal roof coating provides lasting protection against harsh, coastal conditions. Not all metals are created equal. Salt air, heavy storms and constant exposure to the elements can begin to damage even the toughest materials. East Lake Metals is elevating the standard with ...
Project profile: Clement Elementary
By Duro-Last. Learn about B&M Roofing’s installation of a custom Duro-Last and EXCEPTIONAL Metals roof system on a local school. Autryville, North Carolina, nestled along the banks of the South River in Sampson County, receives precipitation for about 1/3 of the year. While this is not much in comparison ...
Growing Your Business with Gutters
In this MetalTalk, Heidi Ellsworth visits with Tim MacVeigh with Tru-Seam Metal Solutions to explore how roofing and exterior contractors can expand their offerings by adding gutters to their remodeling business. From boosting revenue and offering complete exterior packages to streamlining installation workflows, gutters are a natural fit that meet ...
FEMA highlights Florida community as trailblazer for surviving monster hurricanes with better building practices
Hunters Point, an 86-home community in Cortez, survived extreme conditions thanks to advanced construction techniques used to enhance durability and safety. During Hurricane Milton in 2024, winds in Cortez reached up to 110 mph, causing significant damage as the storm impacted the area. It was the same when Hurricane Helene also ...
From officials and builders to homeowners, evidence for metal as a superior roofing choice keeps mounting
The evidence for metal as a superior roofing material for residential homes continues to gain major traction. Expert sources ranging from Florida Office of Insurance Regulation to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to Insurance Institute for Business and Safety (IBHS) have come forward, citing the benefits a metal roof can ...
Built for the jobsite, backed by experience
By Dani Sheehan. Van Mark tools last for decades, perform consistently and have evolved to meet the changing needs of roofing contractors. As Van Mark Products’ regional sales manager for the eastern U.S. and parts of Canada, Scott Totin works with sales reps, distributors and contractors to help them find ...
3 points to make when educating homeowners on the benefits of standing seam metal roofs
By Drexel Metals. Use this guide when communicating with homeowners about how standing seam metal roofs can work for them. Roofing contractors who have worked with standing seam metal roofs understand the advantages of these durable, high-performing roofing systems. For any type of home in any type of climate, ...
Build more with MRA
By Jesse Sanchez. Building more than awareness, this organization is shaping the future workforce with one guide and training session at a time. In this episode of the MetalCast™ podcast, host Karen Edwards wraps up a wide-ranging conversation with Renee Ramey, executive director of the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), by ...
Building smarter, faster
By Jesse Sanchez. From blueprint to business growth, pre-engineered buildings are helping contractors do more with less. In this episode of MetalCast™, host Karen Edwards digs into the nuts and bolts of pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs) with Jennifer Davis, president of Central States and Ahmed Abdelaal, vice president of engineering ...
