Cotney Consulting Group
The value of project audits for roofing contractors: Part 1
By Cotney Consulting Group. In order to significantly improve project outcomes and future endeavors, roofers must understand the importance and methodology behind a project audit. For roofing contracting, projects come in all shapes and sizes. No matter the size or complexity, every project can benefit from an in-depth audit. A project audit ...
Estimating with expertise: Pathways to profitability in roofing
By Cotney Consulting Group. Creating a labor cost estimate that reflects fairness and foresight is key to success for roofing contractors. In the high-stakes construction arena, the mastery of accurate estimation is not merely a useful tool — it is the bedrock upon which the success of roofing contractors is built. In ...
COO on Demand
The COO on Demand program “provides flexible support for long- or short-term company issues and projects and can work with you on tackling the more expansive needs affecting all parts of a company’s operational structure. John Kenney will work closely with the company CEO and Senior Staff to manage operations activities ...
Don't miss John Kenney’s insights to unlocking excellence
By Dani Sheehan. Mark your calendar for these important speaking sessions during the 2024 International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada! John Kenney once again provides his expertise to help you grow your business. Learn from the best at the 2024 International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, Nevada, this ...
Enhancing ergonomic safety for roofers
By Cotney Consulting Group. Mastering the quick exposure check (QEC) to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders As roofing contractors, your job demands physical strength and endurance, but it also comes with its fair share of risks, especially regarding work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). Protecting your team from these hazards is not just a matter ...
Survey reveals top roofing industry trends for 2023
By Lauren White. From top business and retention issues to greatest training and technology needs, see what contractors had to say in the 2023 RCS Trends Report. As 2023 comes to a close, we reflect on our successes, areas of improvement and trends! Let’s take a look at what ...
Measuring noise and selecting proper hearing protection
By Cotney Consulting Group. The importance of protective hearing goes beyond immediate safety concerns as contractors in the roofing industry are constantly at risk. In roofing contracting, where power tools, heavy machinery and metal clanging against metal fill the air, protecting one's hearing is paramount. Roofing professionals are constantly exposed to ...
Weathering the storm: Navigating employee terminations in the roofing industry
By Cotney Consulting Group. Terminating an employee is intricate, especially in teamwork-centric industries like roofing contracting. It is crucial to navigate this challenge with empathy, meticulous planning and legal understanding. Being a roofing contractor is competitive; maintaining a skilled and motivated workforce is paramount for business success. However, situations arise where terminating ...
Twas the Night Before Christmas – A Roofer's Tale
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Check out RCS influencer John Kenney's version of the traditional Christmas poem! Editor's note: This is a modification of the original poem by Clement C. Moore. 'Twas the night before Christmas, when all 'cross the roofs, Not a shingle was stirring, not even in the hoofs; The gutters were ...
Navigating the evolving landscape of the UK roofing industry in 2023
By Cotney Consulting Group. After the growth, challenges and changing dynamics that the UK roofing industry has experienced in 2023, strategic planning, effective advocacy and adaptation to the evolving market landscape will be key to its continued success and resilience. The 2023 State of the UK Roofing Industry report, a collaborative effort ...
