Roofing Safety Tips
Beating the heat
By Dani Sheehan. Help your crew stay safe in extreme temperatures this summer. As summer temperatures rise, contractors face heightened risk of exposure, but with the right strategies, crews can continue working efficiently, safely and confidently no matter what the weather brings. Here’s what the experts from General Coatings Manufacturing ...
Scott Carpenter – Real Solutions for Rooftop Risk
In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi Ellsworth is joined by Scott Carpenter to explore the critical issue of rooftop operational security, focusing on how unsecured equipment can become a serious hazard for buildings and their occupants. An expert in his field, Scott shares real-world stories that highlight the importance of anchoring systems, ...
Choosing the right retrofit roof for long-term performance
By Roof Hugger. Don’t let cost alone influence your customers’ choices. Educate them on the strength and longevity of various retrofit systems to best meet their needs. When it comes to retrofitting a commercial metal roof, building owners are often faced with a crucial decision: opt for a TPO overlay ...
LP Building Solutions named APA’s 2024 Safest Company
LP wins prestigious industry safety honor for third consecutive year, Jasper mill recognized for safety innovation. LP Building Solutions (LP), a leading manufacturer of high-performance building products, has been named the 2024 Safest Company in its category by APA – The Engineered Wood Association. This is LP’s third consecutive win and ...
Hail hits harder than you think
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Catching hail damage early can save your roof and wallet before small issues turn into big repairs. If you think a few hailstones can’t do much harm to your roof, think again. What looks like a harmless dimple or small crack could be the ...
How to clean your metal roof and prevent buildup
By Jesse Sanchez. DECRA gives advice for maintaining stone-coated metal roofing, without sacrificing integrity. Maintaining a stone-coated metal roof doesn’t have to be a headache. DECRA Metal Roofing, the original manufacturer of stone-coated metal roofing, has outlined best practices for keeping these roofs free from mold, algae and lichen, helping ...
Climb confident
By The Catch-All. Smart roofers don’t gamble with gravity. Every great roofing job starts with one solid move: a stable climb. Pros know that confidence at the top begins with security at the bottom. That’s why many of them are stepping up their game with gear built for peace of ...
Ace Roofing is the June R-Club Roofer of the Month!
By Emma Peterson. No matter the weather or the altitude, this team is helping Montana residents stay safe and dry. Meet Ace Roofing, an Omnia Exterior Solutions Company, a trusted name in the Montana Roofing scene and The Coffee Shops™ June Roofer of the Month! Ace Roofing is a family ...
Exploring the science of a safer built environment
By Emma Peterson. This podcast from FORTIFIED by IBHS is a must-listen for anyone interested in the steps being taken to protect people and property from future natural disasters and hazards. Every roof’s first and foremost job is to protect the building and inhabitants beneath from the elements. These can include everything ...
Extend your ladder safety training
By Kevin Lindley, FRSA Self Insurer’s Fund. Refresh your ladder training with this overview of ladder extension safety. In pretty much any construction trade, there will be a time in which you will need to use a ladder. This is especially true in the roofing industry where working at heights is the ...
