Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
Navigating a slower, more uncertain market
By Emma Peterson. During his Cultivate 2026 presentation, Dr. Charlie Hall outlined the realities of operating in a post-pandemic economy where growth opportunities exist, but margins remain under pressure. Like many industries, COVID-19 created what could be described as a reset. What does that mean? Business dropped off ...
Resources for architects
By Emma Peterson. From BIM models to product samples, Tapco® Roofing Products supports specification success. Interested in specifying TapcoSlate® for your next project, but wanting more information about the products before you commit? Tapco Roofing Products has created resources and partnered with a variety of leading architect platforms to connect ...
Connecting qualified contractors and clients
By Emma Peterson. RCABC's resources, membership network and RoofStar Guarantee help strengthen connections between roofing professionals and customers while advancing quality throughout the industry. Over 60 years ago, the Roofing Contractors Association of British Columbia (RCABC) was founded with a simple goal: “To bring together professional roofing contractors, manufacturers and ...
Bring your dream home to life with Design Canvas™
By Emma Peterson. Westlake’s AI-powered tool lets homeowners explore roofing, siding, stone and trim options on a real image of their home, making design decisions easier. Embarking on a new building or remodeling project can be intimidating, as it’s a process that often comes with high price tags and a ...
50 exhibitors, 12 sessions, 8 hours of networking – 1 incredible show
By Emma Peterson. Mark your calendar and be part of Arizona’s premier roofing event! The Arizona Roofing Contractors Association (ARCA) is gearing up for their annual trade show! The ARCA show, which will be hosted September 17 – 19, 2026, at the Prescott Resort & Conference Center, anticipates to see ...
FAQs of waterproofing part 1: Moisture management
By Emma Peterson. The first part of Pli-Dek’s FAQ series explores best practices that keep decks, balconies and walkways dry and durable. For decades, Pli-Dek has produced some of the industry’s leading cementitious waterproofing solutions for everything from decks and balconies to walkways and plazas. Their products are not just ...
Making TapcoSlate® easy to install
By Emma Peterson. From finding the pitch to designing the hip cap, Tapco® Roofing Products has made fixing guides to help make your installation a success. Tapco Roofing Products knows that the success of their products is reliant upon roofers being able to install them easily and efficiently in the ...
Lawn care by the dollar
By Emma Peterson. How climate, competition, lot size and local market conditions influence pricing from coast to coast. Between 2024 and 2025, there was an increase in both annual lawn care spending and lawn care prices. But this increase, +$407/year and +6.6% respectively, weren’t necessarily felt the same across the ...
Making life easier for everyone
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the philosophy and team behind Tapco® Roofing Products’ durable and visually stunning roofing solutions. The Tapco® Roofing Products team, who boast more than 150 collective years of roofing experience, pride themselves in providing the products and support that contractors need to build long-lasting roofs. To ...
Designing roofs for snow, ice and long-term performance
By Emma Peterson. Join TRA Snow and Sun's Mindy Dahlquist as she explores the technologies and design strategies helping roofing professionals improve performance, longevity and safety in snow-prone regions. Every year, Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) brings together leaders and experts from across the industry to hos education sessions ...
