Cotney Consulting Group
Q&A – Looking for a way to prevent rusting
This homeowner was looking to extend their roof's lifespan and came to our experts with some questions. Kevin, a homeowner in Virginia, was working on a standing seam metal roof and had a question about handling rust. This is what they asked: Standing seam metal roof needs to be re-coated. There ...
Q&A – Should the underlayment be visible?
This homeowner was up in their attic and noticed they could see the underlayment of their roof. Samantha, a homeowner in Missouri, came to our experts after some renovations were done on their house, including the roof. This is what they asked: We recently had a house fire and have gutted ...
Maintenance pays
By Cotney Consulting Group. Learn why reactive roofing is a more expensive way to manage a building. There’s a simple truth in our industry: roofs don’t fail overnight; they fail slowly and expensively. You can see it on nearly every commercial building that’s gone a few too many years without attention. A ...
Affinity Webinar - Succession Planning
RoofersCoffeeShop is hosting an essential Affinity Webinar featuring industry expert John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group in a candid discussion on succession planning for roofing companies. Hosted by Heidi J. Ellsworth and Megan Ellsworth, this session will guide contractors through the process of preparing for leadership transitions, whether passing the ...
What impacts roofing prices and how to plan ahead
AAR Expert John Kenney says the cost of a roofing project isn’t just about the number on a proposal; it’s about the value, reliability and peace of mind it provides. Replacing or repairing a roof is one of the most significant investments a property owner makes. Whether managing a commercial facility ...
Roof smart: Why common sense is your first line of safety
By Cotney Consulting Group. On every roof, every day, thinking ahead is the first step toward safety. When considering roofing safety, you might jump straight to harnesses, hard hats, warning lines and OSHA standards. While those are all critical components, there's one safety tool that doesn't get enough credit: common sense. ...
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 ...
