By Jesse Sanchez. A groundbreaking innovation ensures roofers come home safe every day. Roofing safety is a critical yet often overlooked aspect of the construction industry. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Brandon Strawder, CEO of Strawder Family Innovations, to discuss how The RIDGEPRO, a steep-slope ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Understanding key shifts in property insurance policies is crucial for managing risks effectively in the face of significant weather events. In an era of increasing climate volatility, property insurance for commercial buildings is evolving rapidly, reshaping how claims, particularly those related to roofing systems, are evaluated and resolved. Benchmark, ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Streamlined solutions give roofing contractors a competitive edge in a fast-paced market. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth is joined by Ryan Eves, product lead at RoofSnap and Jim Mallers, vice president of business development at Socius Marketing to discuss the transformative impact of ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Reinforcing resilience and energy efficiency with a seamless retrofit. Archetto Construction, Inc., in collaboration with Roof Hugger, made waves in the construction industry with its completed reroofing project in Millville, New Jersey back in 2011. Faced with the challenge of upgrading a 40,500-square-foot roof, the company implemented an ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Industry experts share how inspections and restoration can extend roof life while cutting costs. In this episode of MetalTalk™, hosted by Karen Edwards, industry experts Tim Overstreet of Gaco and Tom Portaro of NTEC Systems shared their insights on metal roof maintenance and restoration. The discussion revealed actionable strategies ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Exploring the wave of mergers and acquisitions that’s redefining the roofing industry. In this Coffee Conversations webinar, hosted by Heidi J. Ellsworth, a panel of industry leaders gathered to discuss the growing trend of acquisitions in the roofing industry. The panel included Jason Stanley, CEO of IB Roof Systems; ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Roofing design isn’t one-size-fits-all. Here’s how you can help build a resilient, compliant system. When designing a commercial roof, one of the most crucial questions a building owner faces is whether the building will need Factory Mutual (FM) insurance, a standard that directly influences the specifications required for a ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Revolutionizing the building industry with prefabrication and innovation. In this lively episode of MetalCast™, hosted by MetalCoffeeShop live from METALCON 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia, Bobby Mesmer, CEO of RMG Erectors & Constructors, shared his expertise on the evolution of pre-engineered metal buildings. The conversation, led by Heidi ...
By Jesse Sanchez. Experience the warmth of wood with the strength of steel — discover why this new product is captivating the nation. Indiana Metal’s innovative wood grain steel is making waves across the construction industry, blending the aesthetic allure of wood with the durability of steel. In this episode ...
By Jesse Sanchez. How industry consolidation is reshaping competition and lead acquisition. The roofing industry is facing unprecedented challenges in lead generation, driven by rising costs and heightened competition. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets with Pam Torrey, director of marketing at Ingage, to discuss ...