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RoofersCoffeeShop® Releases 2023 Roofing Industry Trends Report
The 2023 Trends Report identifies current business issues as well as training and technology needs. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, announces the release of its latest Roofing Industry Trends Report, sponsored by Beacon Building Products. This Trends Report, which gathered information ...
Fall arrest systems in roofing: Ensuring safety through accurate distance calculations
By Cotney Consulting Group. Elevated work is the norm in the roofing industry, so meticulous safety precautions such as the precision of fall distance calculations within fall arrest systems. In the roofing industry, where elevated work is the norm, meticulous safety precautions are paramount. Central to this safety net is the precision ...
Extra, extra! Read all about it! The 2023 Trends Report is here!
By Dani Sheehan. The metal market is increasing in both commercial and residential roofing, material availability continues to battle supply chain issues and so much more! See what RoofersCoffeeShop® found in this year’s report and what to expect in 2024. Since 2016, RoofersCoffeeShop has surveyed contractors to identify key issues ...
Q&A – When can you apply aluminum roof coating?
The process of installation is just as important as the materials chosen when it comes to roofing. A homeowner wanted some clarification about the process of applying aluminum coating, so they asked our experts. A homeowner in Florida began the project of coating their metal roof to help it stand up ...
Q&A – When can a copper strip be installed?
Good materials are only the start of a project, researching and asking clarifying questions about the installation process, like this homeowner did, are what set it up for success. Kathleen from Mississippi read an article on AAR which explained how copper strips can be used to extend the life of roof ...
The construction industry's aging workforce: The need for age-focused safety measures
By Cotney Consulting Group. As the construction workforce continues to age, safety in the workplace is even more important. The construction sector has always been the backbone of infrastructure and development. The industry continues to grow as buildings are erected, and roofs are installed. However, beneath the buzzing sound of drills and ...
A guide to financial statements for roofing contractors
By Cotney Consulting Group. Financial literacy helps grow your business. Here's how you can gain a strong grasp of financial statements. In roofing contracting, as with other businesses, it's not just about installing and ensuring roofs are leak-proof. A firm grasp of financial statements is at the heart of every successful roofing ...
Unveiling the 2023 Roofing Trends Report: Sponsored by Beacon! - TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Lee Lipniskis from Levello Construction, Beth Kegley from Beacon Building Products and John Kenney with Cotney Consulting Group. You can read the transcript below, listen to the podcast or watch the webinar. Heidi J. Ellsworth: Hello, and welcome to ...
Strategic employee benefits planning for roofing companies in the coming year
RCS Influencer John Kenney says that offering quality benefits is essential to retaining great employees. Staying ahead of the competition in the ever-evolving roofing industry necessitates a comprehensive approach beyond superior craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology. One often underestimated aspect that profoundly impacts a roofing company's success is the strategic management of ...
Q&A – What can cause buckling shingles?
When an Idaho homeowner noticed that the asphalt shingles on their roof were forming vertical ridges, they began investigating the cause and how to fix it. When Kevin, a homeowner from Idaho, found his new home’s roof had buckling shingles, he began investigating. Looking to get as much information as ...
