Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
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 ...
Putting on premium part 2: Commercial
By Emma Peterson. Large roofing investments require reliable products. TopShield® delivers commercial roofing systems engineered to support building performance while helping projects stay efficient and cost-effective. Reroofing an office building, warehouse, hospital or other building with a flat roof can be an overwhelming task for building owners and facility managers. ...
The power of connection
By Emma Peterson. By focusing on interaction and dialogue, the Connection Forum expands upon IFD’s mission of helping roofing professionals build relationships and share expertise across borders. The International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) is always striving to better serve the members and the global roofing community through innovative ...
Step in and stand out at ICAA 2026
By Emma Peterson. The ICAA Convention returns this September with an expansive trade show, practical educational programming and opportunities to connect with peers from across the industry. In a new Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Michael Kwart, executive director of the Insulation Contractors Association of America (ICAA), ...
Turning friendly competition into real-world impact
By Emma Peterson. LRWA’s Charity Team Challenge encourages professionals to stay active and build team spirit while raising funds to help end youth homelessness. In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth chatted with Sarah Spink, CEO of the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA), about the 2026 ...
SWIF Rack makes solar installation simple
By Emma Peterson. This elevated racking system provides contractors with a new way to support solar panels while preserving access and roof integrity. A new episode of Roofing Road Trips® featured April Chen, architect and CEO of SWIF Rack™; Tom Desimone, a Duro-Last approved applicator; and Mitch Gilbert, VP of ...
Project profile: Avon Lake grocery store
By Emma Peterson. Faced with harsh weather conditions, rooftop obstacles and budget constraints, a Gaco coating system provided lasting protection on this project. Every region has unique weather and environmental factors that must be taken into account when roofing. For Avon Lake, Ohio, which sits just outside of Toledo, those ...
The importance of working with the right supplier
By Emma Peterson. Wendy Marvin explains how a strong roofer-supplier relationship is game changing. Roofing is a challenging business to succeed in, with contractors needing to navigate everything from insurance policies to evolving building codes and more. But one thing that can make it a little easier to operate as ...
