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Top July Articles: Technology, Trade Shows and Metal Roofing
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s what’s been trending on RoofersCoffeeShop®(RCS) this past month. This last month has shown us that metal roofing is still a popular topic! Our second most popular article last month was announcing the launch of MetalCoffeeShop.com, our sister-site dedicated to everything metal. We also saw a rise ...
Developing a Safety Committee
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. A safety committee's purpose is to create a hazard-free workplace environment for all employees. Safety committees are a valuable resource and should not be overlooked as part of your overall safety culture. It is a prudent objective for your company to have one and listen to ...
The Importance of Finding the Right Software for Roofing Service
By Cass Jacoby The key to growing your company is being able to leverage meaningful data that can only come from matching software and business operations perfectly. In a new RLW, Partnering Software and Service, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets with John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, and Jobba’s Head ...
The Importance of Approved Submittals On Your Projects
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Why approved submittals matter and how to best streamline the process. Before installing roofing on your project, the process begins with gathering the proper information. That includes getting approved submittals. And in these days of technology and automation, no contractor can afford to fall behind on ...
OSHA Inspections – What You Should Expect
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Don't be blindsided by your upcoming OSHA inspection. Here are some tips for getting prepared. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) averaged approximately 32,000 inspections, and State-operated plans averaged 42,000 per year in the three prior years to the pandemic in 2020. Though inspections were ...
5 Roof Safety Tips for Summer
By Cass Jacoby. The summertime heat is no joke. Even for the seasoned professional, the heat needs to be taken seriously - especially as temperatures continue to rise Summer is here and as any roofer knows — so is brutal heat. As temperatures rise, it is more important than ever that ...
Register for the First Quarterly Training with Cotney Consulting - Estimating
Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 2:00 p.m. EST. As an R-Club member, anyone in your company has access to receive an hour of FREE live training with John Kenney of Cotney Consulting on Tuesday, August 9 at 2 p.m. EST. This training will earn them a certificate that goes towards being fully ...
Watch our Latest RLW - Partnering Software and Service
In the ultimate partnership, Cotney Consulting and Jobba present this RLW on the importance of using the right software for Service. It is a partnership that is critical for roofing companies to find in order to have success. In today’s tech driven environment, roofing contractors need to understand how to work ...
What’s Hot in Florida Roofing?
By Evelyn Witterholt. In a recent live episode of Coffee Conversations, RooferCoffeeShop® learned about the latest trends in the Florida roofing market. RoofersCoffeeShop hosted a live episode of Coffee Conversations at the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) 100th Annual Convention! There, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with industry ...
Wood Deck Inspection 101
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. This article will cover some tips and details for roofers to keep in mind when inspecting the roof's wood sheathing and framing structure. Always check with your local building code and manufacturer recommendations for minimum sheathing thickness, nailing patterns requirements, and rafter spacing. Roof sheathing includes plywood, ...
