Jenny Yu, Writer & Reporter
Equipment rentals that save contractors time and energy
By Jenny Yu. Equipter’s drivable debris containers are available for rent and purchase across the United States. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards spoke with Sam Beiler of Equipter and Phil Frid of Micro Rentals about how rental providers are spreading the word about ...
Adding dimension to design
By Jenny Yu. Western States Metal Roofing provides digital tools to help simplify visualization and accelerate projects. Western States Metal Roofing is making it easier for contractors to make their designs come to life. With its downloadable 3D Textures Library and E-Samples, the brand allows project teams to visualize ...
The real ROI for a customer relationship marketing system
By Jenny Yu. Unleash the power of connecting with your current customers through a system that works for you. gFour Marketing believes that smart contractors recognize the long-term value of their customers. That’s why they’ve created a proven customer relationship marketing system built specifically for home improvement contractors. ...
A bright future for the global roofing industry
By Jenny Yu. The International Federation for the Roofing Trade continues to foster craftsmanship, education and pride for roofers worldwide. During the Young Roofers Competition hosted by the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD), industry leaders gathered to showcase skills, exchange knowledge and reinforce the value of roofing ...
ORCA Annual Conference returns with two days of education and networking
By Jenny Yu. Roofing professionals will gain insights from experts and connect with leading industry sponsors at the 2026 trade show. The 2026 ORCA Annual Conference and Trade Show is set for March 9–10, 2026 at the Hilton Garden Inn Edmond Conference Center in Edmond, Oklahoma, bringing roofing professionals ...
Built-up roofing that stands the test of time
By Jenny Yu. BITEC’s Viking system helps contractors move faster while delivering long-term performance. When it comes to commercial and industrial flat roofs, built-up roofing and coal tar pitch are some of the oldest, most reliable systems. Joel Shealey, president of BITEC, joined The Coffee Shops™ for a conversation ...
This winter, turn up the heat on customer experience
By Jenny Yu. Start planning now to implement a successful referral system in 2026. As we approach the end of 2025, now is the time to reflect on the past year, take the lessons learned and plan for the year ahead. In a recent Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan ...
Listening and learning drive a new era of growth
By Jenny Yu. With new C=O.R.E. values and a clear vision, BITEC®, Inc. is building a promising future. From January 1, 2026-December 31, 2026, BITEC®, Inc. will be celebrating its 40th anniversary. This incredible milestone offers a unique opportunity for the leading manufacturer to reflect on its historic successes ...
Trusted coatings for evolving outdoor spaces
By Jenny Yu. Sherwin-Williams and H&C continue to innovate as contractors demand stronger, more resilient exterior solutions. For almost 160 years, Sherwin-Williams has provided professional contractors and DIYers alike with coating solutions for inside and outside their homes. In a recent From the Ground Up™ episode, Karol Weyman spoke ...
The case for dedicated roofing service departments
By Jenny Yu. Industry experts explain how service and maintenance departments lay the foundation for scalable roofing businesses. In a recent CoatingsTalk™, Megan Ellsworth spoke with Chris Huettig, vice president of technical services at KARNAK, and Tracey Donels, founder of Service First Solutions, to talk about the importance of ...
