Karen L. Edwards, RCS COO
Why contractors need to put their health first
By Karen Edwards. September is Self-Care Awareness Month and serves as a timely reminder that taking care of ourselves is not a luxury; it is a necessity. For roofing and exterior contractors, the demands of the job often place physical performance, customer needs and project deadlines at the center ...
Por qué los contratistas necesitan poner su salud primero
Por Karen Edwards, traducido por Alberto Torres. Septiembre es el Mes de la Concientización sobre el Autocuidado y sirve como un recordatorio oportuno de que cuidar de nosotros mismos no es un lujo; es una necesidad. Para los contratistas de techado y exteriores, las exigencias del trabajo suelen colocar el ...
Roofing Technology Think Tank announces Brad Strawbridge as new board member
The board supports the RT3 mission and leads the organization in its efforts to educate and advance technology in the roofing industry. Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3), a group of progressive roofing professionals focused on technology solutions for the roofing industry, announced Brad Strawbridge, founder & CEO of Capital City ...
Build momentum at the 2026 MCA Summer Meeting
By Emma Peterson. Get industry insights, education opportunities and more this June in Rosemont, Illinois. The Metal Construction Association (MCA)’s annual summer meeting is returning to Rosemont, Illinois this June! Taking place June 23-24, 2026, this meeting is meant to help your team stay ahead with industry insights, practical education ...
How proper ventilation supports healthier indoor air
By Karen L. Edwards. What happens above the ceiling line can impact moisture control and long-term health inside the home. Indoor air quality conversations often center on air purifiers, HVAC upgrades or cleaning routines, but some of the most consequential factors are hidden well above eye level. At GAF, roofing ...
Inside the Superdome at CertainTeed’s Business Builders Workshop
By Karen Edwards. It was a fabulous day of learning, networking and community. RoofersCoffeeShop® recently had the privilege of attending the CertainTeed Business Builders Workshop at the iconic Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, held at the start of January. What an incredible experience it was — an immersive day ...
Gaining a decisive edge in a competitive market
By Karen L. Edwards. A smarter way to bid on new builds is reshaping the game for roofing pros. There’s no slowdown in sight for residential construction, and with every new development comes an opportunity for roofing contractors ready to scale up. But bidding on these developments can be tricky: ...
Why gravel still matters on modern roofs
By Karen L. Edwards. A closer look at how a familiar layer of stone continues to support performance, protection and trust in commercial roofing systems. Step onto any urban rooftop and you may spot a familiar workhorse under your feet: gravel. Far from a decorative afterthought, that stone layer reflects ...
The power of ICF construction
By Emma Peterson. From storm protection to fire resistance and energy efficiency, learn about the benefits of working with insulated concrete forms. Over the years, we’ve seen a variety of changes in the roofing and construction industries as products and technology advance. One big example of this is the move ...
How ServiceTitan is unlocking efficiency in residential roofing
By Karen L. Edwards. Spec-based Estimate Templates is the latest technology helping roofing companies work more efficiently and accurately. At the recent ServiceTitan Pantheon conference, I had the pleasure of sitting in on some roofing-specific sessions that gave insight into the challenges that are holding roofing contractors back as ...
