Jesse Sanchez, Writer
How full-system metal packages are changing the game
By Jesse Sanchez. Manufacturers and distributors are racing to offer job-ready metal kits and reshape how contractors build. In this episode of MetalCast™, hosted by Heidi J. Ellsworth, a major industry shift came into focus: the growing demand for complete, prefabricated metal roofing and siding packages. According to Paul Trombitas ...
Tapping into overseas talent to tackle admin overload
By Jesse Sanchez. How roofing pros can reclaim time and scale smarter by hiring full-time remote staff. Sales leaders and business owners in the roofing industry often find themselves bogged down by administrative tasks that eat into their ability to focus on growth. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, ...
Technology meets the rooftop
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover how roofing-specific software is revolutionizing service, sales and growth in the industry during this must-watch RLW with Jobba and Cotney Consulting! RoofersCoffeeShop® has made it easier than ever for members of the roofing and construction industries to learn how they want, when they want, where they ...
Pay for superior performance
By Jesse Sanchez. Avoid the friction of integrating new technology by working with Instant Roofer. New technology platforms and innovations are vital for keeping up in a competitive industry like roofing. But, for many contractors, integrating a new platform or technology can be a bit intimidating. From learning curves to ...
Contractors, coatings and connections
By Jesse Sanchez. New initiatives, honest conversations and award recognition bring fresh energy to the fluid-applied roofing industry. After getting an event recap in this episode of CoatingsCast, it’s clear the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) is not just maintaining industry standards, but actively pushing them forward as well. Recorded ...
Delivering durable, no-nonsense roof protection
By Jesse Sanchez. Designed for performance, built for the long haul, MuleHide backs its systems with serious engineering and contractor credibility. When it comes to roofing, shortcuts are costly. That’s why MuleHide products have earned a reputation for systems that get the job done right, with no guesswork, no ...
Durable Slate earns double finalist honors at prestigious IFD Awards
By Jesse Sanchez. U.S. company stands out among global elite with two heritage projects up for international recognition. The Durable Slate Company, a leader in historic roofing restoration, has secured finalist status in two distinct categories for the 2025 International Federation for the Roofing Trade (IFD) Awards, an achievement that ...
Turning Data Chaos Into More Valuable Employees
By Jesse Sanchez. Tyelus aims to untangle contractors’ biggest data and system headaches – starting with a “Christmas List”. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sat down with Lynsey Hull of Tyelus to unpack one of the roofing industry’s most persistent problems: data chaos. Lynsey described the ...
Social media is shaping the future of roofing recruitment
By Jesse Sanchez. Online branding and short-form video are opening doors for Gen Z in unexpected ways. As roofing companies struggle to fill labor shortages and bring in the next generation of workers, many are finding their most powerful recruiting tool isn’t a job board or a trade fair, it’s ...
Where technology meets culture
By Jesse Sanchez. A new era of cultural connection is reshaping how the roofing industry communicates. As labor shortages persist across the U.S. roofing industry, a growing number of contractors are turning to technology not just for efficiency, but for cultural connection. Labor Central, a platform designed to match roofing ...
