Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
Metal roofs that can withstand winter weather
By Emma Peterson. Learn how to help homeowners avoid issues with ice and snow this winter through proper design and installation. Metal roofing systems have been steadily growing in popularity over the years for their durability and longevity in a variety of climates and environments. For example, they are known to be ...
Networking, learning and growing: Get the most out of your IRE experience
By Emma Peterson. Insights from industry veterans and newcomers on building relationships and expanding your knowledge at IRE. The 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE) is coming up soon (on February 19 through 21, 2025 in San Antonio, Texas) and at The Coffee Shops we couldn’t be more excited to see ...
The crown on top: Why a roof is such an important investment
By Emma Peterson. Learn about why roofing is such a crucial investment in your home and how composite offers the best of both looks and performance. In a new episode of the AskARoofer Podcast, hosts Megan Ellsworth and Lauren White sit down with Wendy Bruch and Will Boyd to talk about what ...
5 heartwarming stories from roofs around the country
By Emma Peterson. Check out these stories of local roofing companies doing good in their communities! News cycles can often feel like an overwhelming barrage of bad news and scary situations, which is why we like to take a break from time to time to celebrate the good that is happening all ...
Protecting those who protect our country
By Emma Peterson. Check out these stories of how contractors are giving back to those who have given the most for our country. In the roofing community, we often talk about giving home and building owners peace of mind with their roofs. As James Klein, a project coordinator on a reroofing job ...
Training and empowering contractors off and on the field
By Emma Peterson. How KARNAK uses their Qualified Applicator Program to connect contractors to the training and products they need for success in the field. Having great products can only get one so far if they’re unsure of the best practices for their uses during the installation process. That’s why ...
Protegiendo a aquellos que protegen nuestro país
By Emma Peterson. Descubre estas historias sobre cómo los contratistas están devolviendo a quienes han dado lo máximo por nuestro país. En la comunidad de techadores, a menudo hablamos de dar a los propietarios de viviendas y edificios tranquilidad con sus techos. Como explicó James Klein, coordinador de proyectos en un trabajo ...
What to expect when you are expecting... a roof replacement!
By Emma Peterson. Rick Davis shares his strategy for building a contractor-client relationship that leaves all parties pleased. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sat down with Rick Davis of ABC Supply. Rick, who has been with ABC for three years now and has over four decades of experience ...
5 out of 5 stars: Getting positive reviews
By Emma Peterson. Hear from roofers in the industry on how they get good reviews from homeowners. At the Certified Contractors Network annual conference, the team from IKO Industries got the chance to listen to a town hall-style meeting called “Roofing Masterminds.” There, members of the industry got to meet with their ...
From struggles to success: How Latino contractors are finding success through connection and community
By Emma Peterson. Spanish-speaking spaces are creating a nationwide network of support and opportunity for Latino contractors. In this Coffee Conversations webinar, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down to talk to Amparo and her daughter Jaqueline (Jackie) Sancen from Latinos En Roofing along with The Coffee Shops™ own Itzel Najera to discuss the ...
