Roof Coating & Systems
Navigating roof restoration challenges with manufacturer support
By Dani Sheehan. Leveraging manufacturer expertise can make the difference between a standard job and a long-lasting, efficient roofing solution tailored to the customer’s needs. The partnership between manufacturers and contractors plays a critical role in selecting the best roofing solution for a building’s unique needs. In this recent roof top demonstration, ...
Spray foam 101
By Emma Peterson. Understanding the basics of what spray foam roofing is and why it is so valuable. Spray foam (SPF) is a popular new construction or re-cover option in the roofing industry, for low-slope roofs. At its core, it creates a seamless, continuous insulation layer on top of a roof deck ...
Chris Huettig - Seal and Repair in any Weather
In this episode of CoatingsCast®, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Chris Huettig of KARNAK to discuss the exciting re-launch of Karna-Seal 671. This top-of-the-line silicone roof sealant from KARNAK will be re-debuted at their booth #10095 at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE). During the conversation, Chris will explore the ...
Chris Underwood & James Atkins - Primers: What you Need to Know
In this episode of CoatingsCast®, Megan Ellsworth is joined by Chris Underwood and James Atkins from UNIFLEX to dive deep into primers. Together, they explore when to use a primer in coating applications, providing valuable insights into the different formulations and their strengths. The discussion also highlights how various primers ...
Exploring industry innovations at World of Concrete
By Dani Sheehan. Learn about three innovative brands shaping the future of waterproofing, concrete repair and decorative flooring in the construction industry. For over 50 years, World of Concrete (WOC) has been the premier international trade show for the commercial concrete and masonry industries. Held annually at the Las Vegas Convention Center, ...
Combat standing water with the power of silicone
By Dani Sheehan. This premium, low solids silicone rubber roof coating is the solution for building owners looking for protection against leaks caused by ponding water. Ponding water is a major concern when it comes to maintaining roof performance on low-slope commercial roofing. From leaks to structural damage, the destruction ...
Maintaining roofs and relationships with maintenance departments
By Anna Lockhart. Invest in future opportunities through service and maintenance offerings. In a recent CoatingsTalk, host Megan Ellsworth sat down with Chris Huettig and John McDermott from KARNAK to discuss the importance of maintenance work in the coatings industry and ways contractors can best market and position their repair ...
Denied and declined: Slope slights and insurance fights
By Anna Lockhart. Join industry experts as they discuss the ongoing battle in providing Floridians with proper and fair insurance coverage. Tune in to a recent Coffee Conversations, hosted by Megan Ellsworth and sponsored by APOC, featuring guests Josh Poole of Tremco, RCMA lobbyist Chip Case and John ...
Learn to see every roof as a restoration opportunity
CCS Influencer Greg Hlavaty says that you should start by assuming that all roofs are restoration opportunities and then work backwards, looking for reasons not to restore. I am going to start off by saying that in my 50 years of experience I have found that over 60% of reroofs have ...
A small company that cares
By Dani Sheehan. Everest Systems is a dedicated partner to contractors, driven by their passion for quality and family oriented culture. As a family owned company dedicated to serving contractors, Everest Systems operates with a clear mission: to provide high-quality, reliable products while maintaining a level of service that larger corporations simply ...
