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When the owner wants a low-carbon roof, the contractor still has to build it
By Cotney Consulting Group. The roofing contractor may not establish the owner’s carbon target or design the complete building strategy, but they still has an important role in whether the project succeeds. Building owners are asking more questions about carbon. They want lower-emission materials, better energy performance, reduced waste, longer ...
Las pequeñas decisiones que protegen los márgenes del roofing
Por John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Los márgenes se construyen — o se erosionan poco a poco — a través de cientos de pequeñas decisiones. Cuando los contratistas hablan de rentabilidad, la conversación normalmente gira en torno a los estimados, los costos de mano de obra, los precios de los ...
La primera hora en el lugar de trabajo predice cómo se desarrollará todo el proyecto
Por John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group, traducido por Alberto Torres. La primera hora en el lugar de trabajo no son simplemente otros sesenta minutos en el calendario. Es el momento en el que la preparación se convierte en ejecución. A lo largo de los años, he visitado suficientes proyectos de ...
Q&A – Spray foam in an attic
With a question about the viability of a new build roof fix, this individual reached out for some extra opinions. Nunzio from Georgia, recently sent our experts this question: Concerned about viability of fix for roofing install on new build. The attic is scheduled to be conditioned space. The framing is ...
The Coffee Shops™ Announce 2026-27 MetalCoffeeShop® Metal Influencers
Metal Influencers bring diverse expertise and real-world insight to help contractors navigate challenges, strengthen their businesses and shape the future of metal construction. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2026-27 Influencers for MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS). ...
Planning for roof replacement before it becomes an emergency
By Cotney Consulting Group. Most roof replacements do not become emergencies without warning. The signs usually develop over time. Repair calls become more frequent. Leaks begin appearing in new areas. Materials show increasing wear. Drainage problems become harder to control. The roof may still be functioning, but the margin for error is ...
Good project managers think three weeks ahead
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Exceptional project management isn't about staying busy. It's about staying ahead. One of the biggest differences I've noticed between average project managers and exceptional ones has very little to do with experience, personality or technical knowledge. It has everything to do with where ...
Heat, hydration and fatigue
By Cotney Consulting Group. Tips for protecting outdoor crews during long workdays. Outdoor work has always demanded toughness, but toughness should never be confused with ignoring the warning signs of heat stress. Landscaping crews, hardscape installers, pool and spa technicians, sports-surface contractors, lighting installers and maintenance teams often spend ...
The job was profitable when you sold it — So where did the margin go?
By Cotney Consulting Group. Margin is not protected at closeout. It is protected one decision at a time throughout the project. The estimate looked profitable. The price covered labor, materials, equipment, overhead and profit. Then the job closed, the numbers were reviewed and much of the margin was gone. ...
Top September articles: Sustainable construction, seasonal shifts and durable products
By Emma Peterson. What has the AskARoofer™ audience been reading? The weather and the season might be changing, but here at AskARoofer, our team is still consistently putting out high-quality content meant to help you better understand the roof above your head! And now that we are at ...
