Adam Cabrera
Patching up After the Storm
By Adam Cabrera. Post-Hurricane Ian, local companies and national organizations work together to help homeowners restore their damaged roofs. Hurricane Ian hit the state of Florida last year quickly becoming the third-costliest weather disaster on record. Fort Myers resident and U.S. Army veteran, Benjamin Hill and his family survived the ...
Slate Versus Metal and the Tools That Make the Difference
By Adam Cabrera. When it comes to roofing, both slate and metal stand as premium options that demand expertise, quality tools and specialized contractors. On a recent episode of MetalCast, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with guest Tom Stortz of John Stortz & Son, a fifth-generation family business specializing in ...
Patching up After the Storm
By Adam Cabrera. Post-Hurricane Ian, local companies and national organizations work together to help homeowners restore their damaged roofs. Hurricane Ian hit the state of Florida last year quickly becoming the third-costliest weather disaster on record. Fort Myers resident and U.S. Army veteran, Benjamin Hill and his family survived the ...
Safety First: How to Create a Building Safety Plan That is Guaranteed to Prevent Falls
By Adam Cabrera. One of the main gaps in jobsite safety is the failure to plan adequately for fall prevention. In a recent Roofing Road Trips® episode, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with guests Cheryl Ambrose and Rich Trewyn of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) who shared insight ...
Building New Opportunity for Young Roofing Professionals
By Adam Cabrera. Elevate your career and education simultaneously with the WTI apprenticeship program in roofing. When considering career options, young professionals often overlook the roofing industry. However, Caden Aquino, a roof inspector with WTI Tremco, has a compelling pitch for those seeking a fulfilling career path. Featured in a ...
Roofing Industry Insights Live from the Tradeshow Floor
By Adam Cabrera. Live from the Western Roofing Expo, industry leaders stress the importance of community engagement and philanthropy in the roofing business. The roofing industry has proven its resilience in the face of economic uncertainty, while also grappling with labor shortages, material inventory issues and the influx of private ...
Malco Tools Promises Some Exciting Demonstrations at METALCON
By Adam Cabrera. At METALCON, Malco's booth will feature live tool demonstrations and interactions with their engineering and marketing experts. In a recent episode of MetalCast, host Karen Edwards sat down with Jon Olson, a member of the marketing team at Malco Products, to discuss the history and values of ...
Why You Might Want to Consider Adding Solar to Your Roofing Business
By Adam Cabrera. Solar roofing is a growing market, increasingly becoming a significant consideration for both homeowners and industry professionals alike. In a recent Roofing Road Trips® episode, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with two experts from ABC Supply, James Mason, vice president of renewable energy, and Eric ...
METALCON 2023: What to Expect from the Biggest Metal Roofing Event of the Year
By Adam Cabrera. METALCON, an annual gathering highly anticipated in the metal construction industry, is gearing up to be the most exciting event this year. In a recent MetalCast episode, host Heidi J. Ellsworth interviewed Judy Geller, vice president of METALCON, who shed light on the compelling lineup and ...
The “Force Multiplier” Addressing Labor Shortages and Expediting Roofing Projects
By Adam Cabrera. This machine eliminates the need for hand torching, using hot air for precise installations and eliminating blisters or voids. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips, host Heidi Ellsworth sat down with Jim Hanson, business development manager at SOPREMA, to discuss the MINI-MACADEN and its impact ...
