Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
The roof that won Quality Exteriors a Duro-Last award
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the 117,000 square foot roof that took home a 2025 Edge-to-Edge & Deck-to-Sky™ Project Award. On the South side of downtown Nashville is a district called the SoBro district. This area is known for combining historic architecture with new development to create a thriving and ...
Handle the heat with spray foam
By Emma Peterson. Dive into the best practices for using spray foam to build energy-efficient roofing systems. Across the globe, heat waves are becoming more common. The Center for Climate and Energy Solutions reports that “in cities across the United States, the average rate of extreme heat events increased ...
Industry experts weigh in on the state of the commercial roofing market
By Emma Peterson. Insights on the market trends, construction activity and opportunities driving today's commercial roofing landscape. In a new RoofersCoffeeShop® Coffee Conversations®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with a panel of experts from across the commercial roofing industry to discuss the current market state. Chad Burhrman, the VP of commercial ...
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 ...
