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Optimizing your offseason
By Emma Peterson. Learn why training is one of the best offseason investments you can make. For many contractors, the winter months are considered the offseason due to less than desirable weather conditions. During this time, there are often fewer projects due to the cold and damp, making it difficult ...
Combat repetitive stress at work
By Cotney Consulting Group. Working hard shouldn’t mean hurting harder. With the right approach, your team can stay strong, productive and pain-free In the roofing industry, the focus on safety often centers around high-risk hazards like falls, heat stress or electrical shocks. But another threat creeps in quietly, one motion at ...
AI in roofing estimating: A powerful tool — Not a replacement for experience
By Cotney Consulting Group. AI may change the tools we use, but it doesn’t change what accurate estimating requires. Experience still matters. Professional judgment still matters. There’s no question that AI is finding its way into roofing. You see it in takeoff software, measurement tools, production planning platforms and even proposal ...
Top January articles: Awards, education and more
By Emma Peterson. From prestigious industry awards to major mergers, here are the top ten stories kicking off the year. We might only be one month into 2026, but it’s already been a busy year! From trade shows like International Roofing Expo (IRE) and World of Concrete (WOC) to industry-shaking ...
The R-Club advantage: Quarterly training with John Kenney
By Emma Peterson. Insights, strategies and systems from industry expert John Kenney to help your business thrive. Looking for ways to make your jobs easier in the new year? R-Club gives contractors exclusive access to the tools, training and community resources needed to strengthen their business. R-Club offerings include, ...
Tech that supports your team
By Emma Peterson. Insights into using digital tools to boost your sales team’s operations. Technology is revolutionizing every part of our world, including roofing. As John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group puts it, “Keeping up on roofing technology] is no longer optional. It's a strategic advantage that drives better ...
Cutting through the noise about AI
By Emma Peterson. Get clarity, not confusion, about new technology in this free workshop. By now, it would likely be hard to find someone in the industry who hasn’t heard about artificial intelligence (AI). From TIME naming the architects of AI the 2025 people of the year to endless articles ...
Q&A – Gap in insulation
This homeowner in the U.K. noticed a gap in their insulation, so they reached out to find out what to do. Chris, a homeowner from Hampshire, sent in the following question about the insulation in their home: Is the insulation meant to go all the way to the brickwork? I have ...
The Coffee Shops™ announce 2026 OutdoorCoffeeShop™ Outdoor Influencers
Outdoor Influencers celebrate their inaugural year of giving back to the outdoor industry. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2026 Influencers for OutdoorCoffeeShop™. Each month, Influencers respond to a topic that is relevant and timely ...
Getting roofing estimates? Here’s how to choose the right contractor
AAR Expert John Kenney says a good roofing contractor helps you understand your options, respects your property and stands behind their work. Getting multiple roofing quotes is a smart move. It gives you perspective, helps you understand the market and protects you from overpaying. But comparing bids isn’t as simple ...
