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How fluid-applied roofing systems are advancing performance and reliability
CCS Influencer John Kenney says that the contractors who use fluid-applied systems wisely will lead in reliability, performance and client confidence. In the fluid-applied roofing world, the past year has seen some meaningful advances, not just flashy marketing hype but tools and formulations that add real value on the jobsite. ...
Q&A – Torch down repair
A Californian homeowner recently reached out with some question about their 15-year-old roof. Looking at the roof of their shed, Rod noticed a leak. They asked the AskARoofer experts this: I have a torch down roof on a low slope shed roof that is about 15 years old. I found some rot ...
Safe use of flammables in roofing
By Cotney Consulting Group. With preparation, awareness and discipline, you can keep the spark in your work — not your job site. From torch-down systems and asphalt kettles to power tools and cleaning solvents, roofing crews work around flammable liquids daily. These materials are essential to the job, but if not handled ...
Q&A – Adding proper ventilation to a hip roof
This homeowner was looking to install ventilation on their roof, but wanted to make sure they were creating a well-balanced system. Dave, an Idahoan homeowner, reached out with the following question pertaining to ridge vents and hip roofs: We have very inadequate ventilation on our existing roof. I plan to ...
Staying ahead of the next big disruption
By Cotney Consulting Group. A roofing contractor who takes the time to identify vulnerabilities, build backup plans and train their people will always be stronger than one who tries to wing it. When we look back on all the challenges facing our industry, whether pandemics, economic uncertainties, material shortages, sudden price spikes ...
OSHA's recordkeeping rule
By Cotney Consulting Group. What roofing contractors need to know amid policy shifts. Roofing contractors have long managed safety logs, injury reports and OSHA documentation in their daily operations. But in 2024, OSHA raised the stakes. Its expanded electronic recordkeeping rule brought a new era of data transparency and compliance expectations, ...
Q&A – Normal aging or an acute problem?
A homeowner in the UK had a question about a damp meter reading. Sharon from the UK came to our experts with a question about a wooden joist under their roof valley. This is what they asked: I have this under the roof valley. No signs of water getting in. The ...
Planning for the future
By Emma Peterson. Dive into succession planning with industry expert and veteran John Kenney. John Kenney, who has over 45 years of experience in the roofing industry, founded and is the CEO of Cotney Consulting Group. The goal of Cotney Consulting Group is to give contractors “strategic guidance built ...
Master roofing excellence online
By Emma Peterson. Cotney Consulting Group helps contractors and other roofing professionals excel with their online training programs. Whether you are looking for a refresher course or to build skills in new areas, Cotney Consulting Group’s structured suite of online training and certification programs are there to help! These programs ...
Top October articles: Welcoming OCS to The Coffee Shops family!
By Emma Peterson. Popular articles to read from last month on our newest site, OutdoorCoffeeShop. October was a big month here at The Coffee Shops™! It brought the launch of a new site, bringing The Coffee Shops site count up to five – RoofersCoffeeShop, MetalCoffeeShop, CoatingsCoffeeShop, AskARoofer and OutdoorCoffeeShop.com! For ...
