Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
Cool roofs shine as hotter cities turn down the heat
By Emma Richardson. ROOFCORP helps contractors navigate updated code requirements for roof coatings. Commercial roofs in warm climates like Los Angeles provide unique challenges, as the city is subject to elevated radiation year-round. Additionally, the long cooling season and urban heat island effect can cause roof surface temperatures to ...
Top July articles: Legendary returns and unmatched conversations
By Emma Peterson. These standout stories explore the trends, people and products shaping the future of the outdoor contracting industry. As another month comes to a close, it’s time for our usual article recap! This month, the OutdoorCoffeeShop™ readers were especially interested in construction growth, sustainability, innovative products and ...
Top July articles: Mental health, global politics and market predictions
By Emma Peterson. Explore the articles that generated the most interest this month. In the last month, over 250 articles have been published on RoofersCoffeeShop.com. That’s a lot of reading to keep up with, especially for busy contractors who are going between the office and the field. To make it ...
Greentech Center showcases award-winning custom fabrication
By Emma Peterson. A roofing solution that not only offers unmatched security but also honors cultural identity. Tornado Alley is a nickname for the center of tornado activity in the United States, extending from West Texas through Oklahoma, Kansas and most of Nebraska. Anadarko, Oklahoma, which sits 50 miles ...
Free snow retention plans that simplify every project
By Emma Peterson. Rocky Mountain Snow Guards helps contractors protect people and property with free, customized snow retention layouts. In a new Roofing Road Trips® episode, Karen Edwards sat down with Brian Cross and Dylan Quirk of Rocky Mountain Snow Guards to learn about how they support roofers with ...
Are you ready for the robots?
By Emma Peterson. John Kenney shares why contractors with strong systems, clear workflows and documented processes will be best positioned to embrace new technologies. For many of us, robots seem like something from a science fiction movie – something that might be cool but is far from becoming a ...
The value of running a tight ship
By Emma Peterson. As regulations evolve, contractors who embrace systems and accountability are finding it easier to stay compliant and protect their operations. In a new From the Ground Up™ episode, Karol Weyman sat down with John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, to talk about the legal, safety and ...
Expanding beyond bitumen
By Emma Peterson. Joel Shealy discusses how market challenges and customer needs have shaped BITEC's modern offerings. In a new Roofing Road Trips®, we had the opportunity to chat with Joel Shealy about how BITEC has differentiated themselves from the crowd and built a 40-year-long legacy of quality and care. ...
Building processes to avoid a problem pile-up
By Emma Peterson. Lynsey Hull shares practical strategies for uncovering organizational bottlenecks and building systems that support lasting growth. In our third episode of Operation Clarity with Lynsey Hull, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Lynsey to talk about navigating our data-saturated world. As the CEO of Tyelus, Lynsey offers ...
The business of coatings: Economic trends and opportunities
By Emma Peterson. Join Heidi J. Ellsworth and John Kenney for a live discussion on the market forces affecting coatings contractors and the strategies that can help businesses thrive. On August 12, 2026 at 11a.m. PT (2 p.m. ET), Heidi J. Ellsworth will host a live CoatingsTalk™ with John Kenney. ...
