Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
A career built on learning
By Emma Peterson. Austin Philips shares how continual learning and embracing challenges helped him build his career at Kodiak Roofing and Waterproofing. In our Stories from the Roof podcast, we get to hear all of the incredible paths that led professionals to the roofing industry. And recently, we got to ...
Preserving the past and constructing for the future
By Emma Peterson. Why contractors are using the Dryvit Outsulation system for historic and heritage projects. Historic buildings are fundamental to preserving our cities’ culture and heritage. However, because of their age, they are often in need of renovations to make them structurally sound and safe for modern use. Historical ...
FRSA 2026 highlights
By Emma Peterson. A look at the connections, conversations and community at FRSA 2026. At the beginning of June, the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Association (FRSA) held their much-anticipated Convention and Expo. The biggest regional roofing show in the United States, the event saw hundreds of exhibitors and ...
Trent Cotney’s June 2026 legal updates
By Emma Peterson. From Florida to California, Trent shares key regulatory and legislative information for contractors. As a partner at Adams and Reese law firm specializing in roofing litigation and arbitration, Trent Cotney sits at the forefront of legal and regulatory changes that are impacting contractors and other roofing ...
QXO becomes the second largest publicly traded building products distributor in North America
By Emma Peterson. From Beacon to Kodiak to TopBuild, QXO is using strategic acquisitions to simplify customer-supplier relationships. QXO made waves in the roofing industry back in 2025 when they acquired the building products giant Beacon Building Supplies. And they have not slowed down since! QXO has continued to ...
Join the leading international roofing organisation
By Emma Peterson. How IFD creates opportunities for international collaboration and knowledge sharing that strengthens the global roofing industry. Since their founding in 1952, the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) has served as a unifying network between national roofing associations, industry partners and technical experts all working towards ...
NFRC’s guide to training
By Emma Peterson. Explore the learning opportunities available to roofing and cladding professionals across the U.K. Whether we're talking about a seasoned professional or someone at the beginning of their career, personal ongoing learning and development is key for maintaining and enhancing professional competence. Not only does it improve the ...
Solar system myth-busting!
By Emma Peterson. The team at O’Donnell Solar Company debunks common solar energy myths. Solar is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among homeowners. Not only is it better for the environment, but it also provides homeowners with a way to both lower and control their electric bill. With the right ...
Delivering more than durability
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Elevate combines sustainability and performance with their SBS systems featuring 3M™ Smog-Reducing Granules. Around the world, smog and air pollution are increasingly becoming major health issues. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that “the combined effects of ambient air pollution and household air pollution is ...
Smarter HVAC engineering for healthier buildings
By Emma Peterson. How fan array retrofits support comfort, safety and HVAC system longevity. The quality of the air we breathe is vital to our health, comfort and overall quality of life. Frank Shadpour, the principal instructor for the HVAC Systems Design and Control Program at UC San Diego Division ...
