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The lowest bid isn't always the best roof: 5 things to ask before you sign
By V.C. Veterans Contracting. Check if a contractor is licensed, insured and certified before signing any contracts. Getting a new roof is one of the largest investments you'll make in your home or building. Whether you're replacing aging shingles on a family home or overseeing a commercial re-roof, the process usually starts ...
That’s a wrap on National Roofing Week 2026
By Emma Peterson. We had a great time sharing stories and photos over social media with our roofing community! National Roofing Week is an annual event hosted by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) that aims to raise awareness of the roofing professionals who keep our communities safe and ...
Top June articles: Fire resistance, cool surfaces and more
By Emma Peterson. See what AskARoofer readers were interested in this month! It’s time again for our monthly article recap! At the end of each month, we like to look at the articles that caught you, our readers, attention. Not only does this give us a chance to walk ...
Stay informed in the aftermath of a storm
By Emma Peterson. Using research to find the perfect contractor for your repair needs. With the spring months comes both construction and storm season. In fact, many areas in the Midwest and southern regions of the United States have already experienced severe thunderstorms, hail and even tornadoes this year. And ...
New workforce initiative aims to strengthen roofing's talent pipeline
By Jenny Yu. Owens Corning and Futures Inc. team up to create the Roofing Career Network: the first standardized workforce development system for roofing nationwide. The roofing industry continues to grapple with a persistent workforce shortage, prompting manufacturers, contractors and industry partners to rethink how they attract and develop talent. ...
Historias inspiradoras de generosidad de todo el país
Por Emma Peterson, traducido por Alberto Torres. Cómo las empresas de techado están cambiando la vida de los veteranos, un hogar a la vez. Con un ciclo de noticias constante, es difícil mantenerse al día con todo lo que ocurre en el mundo. Pero estamos aquí para compartir buenas historias ...
Reconstruyendo techos y esperanza
Por Emma Peterson, traducido por Alberto Torres. Cuatro proyectos de techado en los EE. UU. demuestran el poder de la compasión, el servicio y la comunidad. A medida que el costo de vida continúa aumentando, muchos propietarios tienen dificultades para reunir fondos para proyectos importantes del hogar, como reemplazar un ...
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 ...
Taking contractor growth on the road
By Jesse Sanchez. The Ascent Series 2026 brings one-day growth events to Dallas, Atlanta and Tampa for contractors using JobNimbus. Contractors looking to sharpen their operations and build stronger growth strategies will have three opportunities this June to connect with JobNimbus experts, industry partners and peers at the Ascent Series ...
NWIR Oregon is keeping busy!
By Emma Peterson. A look at the Oregon National Women in Roofing Council’s recent calendar. Recently, the Oregon Council of National Women in Roofing (NWIR) sent out a snapshot of their recent and upcoming events – and they are certainly keeping busy! On April 21, they hosted their 2026 ...
