Heidi J. Ellsworth, President
The Roofing Alliance announces 2026-27 leadership
This distinguished leadership group represents some of the industry’s most respected and forward-thinking professionals, whose collective leadership continues to drive meaningful progress across the roofing industry. The Roofing Alliance proudly announces their Board of Trustees for 2026-2027. Sherri Miles of J.D. Miles & Sons Inc., Chesapeake, Virginia, will serve as president ...
2026 UK Roofing Awards celebrate excellence across the roofing industry
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. RoofersCoffeeShop.uk joined roofing professionals from across the U.K. to celebrate award-winning craftsmanship, innovation and community. The U.K. roofing industry came together in spectacular fashion at the 2026 U.K. Roofing Awards, recognizing the projects, companies and individuals who continue to raise the bar for excellence across roofing and cladding. ...
Top May articles: AI, profitability and market understanding
By Emma Peterson. Catch up on the biggest industry stories from May 2026. This last May, The Coffee Shops™ crew has been working hard to keep up with all the news and developments of the industry, whether it’s new events, evolving technology, shifting regulations or something else! To help readers ...
Housing market signals: Why roofing contractors need to watch home sales, rentals and housing trends
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Understanding housing trends can help roofing contractors better prepare for what is coming next. One of the smartest things roofing contractors can do to better predict future business is to pay attention to what is happening in the housing market. While roofing often feels insulated from economic ...
Building movement and leakage: Why the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) is leading the conversation on enclosure performance
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Join ABAA on May 28, 2026, to learn how structural movement can affect building performance and contribute to leaks. Building science continues to put a brighter spotlight on movement and the role it plays in enclosure performance. On May 28, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. EDT, the ...
Building movement and leakage: Why the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) is leading the conversation on enclosure performance
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Join ABAA on May 28, 2026, to learn how structural movement can affect building performance and contribute to leaks. Building science continues to put a brighter spotlight on movement and the role it plays in enclosure performance. On May 28, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. EDT, the ...
NRCA continúa impulsando la industria de roofing mediante varias iniciativas
Por Heidi J. Ellsworth, traducido por Jessica Bravo. Comprendiendo actualizaciones clave y perspectivas sobre las iniciativas que están dando forma al futuro de la industria de roofing mientras me preparo para unirme a la junta directiva de la National Roofing Contractors Association en junio de 2026. Uno de los recursos más ...
NRCA continues to advance roofing through workforce, advocacy and safety initiatives
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Understanding key updates and insights on the initiatives shaping the future of roofing as I prepare to join the NRCA board in June 2026. One of the most important resources we have in the roofing industry are our associations. They bring contractors, manufacturers, distributors and service providers ...
Protecting lives from the top down: Why roofing matters in healthcare facilities
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. In healthcare, roofing is not just about the physical buildings; it is about patient safety and uninterrupted care. Healthcare facilities are among the most demanding environments in construction. Hospitals, surgical centers and specialized care facilities operate around the clock with no tolerance for failure. While attention ...
Thomas Roofing and Supply builds a legacy through family, quality and community
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. At RoofersCoffeeShop®, we love highlighting roofing professionals who are helping strengthen their communities. Thomas Roofing and Supply is a great example of that. Across the roofing industry, family businesses continue to define what it means to serve communities with integrity and commitment. This month, RoofersCoffeeShop® is celebrating a ...
