Roof Hugger
Why retrofit roofing makes sense during peak project season
By Jenny Yu. Contractors can help building owners maximize roofing investments through engineered retrofit solutions. Warmer weather signals the start of peak construction season, bringing a wave of reroofing and maintenance projects for contractors across the country. While many building owners focus on immediate roofing needs, contractors have an ...
Celebrating 35 years of retrofit roofing innovation
By Jenny Yu. Roof Hugger reflects on 35 years of engineering and industry partnerships while reaffirming its commitment to advancing sustainable, contractor-focused solutions. For 35 years, Roof Hugger has helped shape the metal-over-metal retrofit market, building a reputation for engineering expertise, rigorous testing, and long-term performance. As the company ...
Why metal-over-metal roof retrofits are gaining attention
By Jesse Sanchez. Metal-over-metal retrofit systems help address aging roofs while meeting modern structural and code requirements. Across the United States, a large portion of installed metal roofs are growing closer to the end of their service lives. Data compiled from the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) shows that ...
Metal retrofit strengthens Baltimore cruise terminal roof
By Jesse Sanchez. Engineered metal-over-metal retrofit improved wind performance efficiency and long-term durability for a high-traffic waterfront facility. In 2011, Metal-Fab Manufacturing and Roof Hugger delivered a complex metal-over-metal retrofit for the Port of Baltimore Cruise Terminal, completing a much-needed public infrastructure upgrade. The 65,000-square-foot facility serves cruise passengers traveling ...
FRSA Expo returns with top-tier education and industry backing
By Jenny Yu. Contractors will gain practical insights from leading experts while connecting with top manufacturers and suppliers. The Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA) is hosting its 104th Convention & Expo from June 10-12, 2026, at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in in Kissimmee, ...
Building better retrofits: Roof Hugger’s commitment to IIBEC and the building enclosure community
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Advancing retrofit solutions through engineering, collaboration and industry partnership. In today’s evolving construction landscape, the role of building enclosure professionals has never been more critical. From ensuring long-term performance to meeting increasingly complex energy and structural requirements, consultants are at the forefront of delivering smarter, more ...
Metal retrofit strengthens performance at university facility
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how a metal-over-metal retrofit improved durability, appearance and wind resistance for a complex campus building. When a roof reaches the end of its service life, building owners must weigh performance, cost and operational impact. For universities and other occupied facilities, that challenge becomes more complex, as ...
Why purlins and subpurlins matter in metal retrofit design
By Jesse Sanchez. Understanding framing, load paths and real-world testing helps ensure your project is a code-compliant and durable metal-over-metal retrofit. When an existing metal roof reaches the end of its service life, retrofitting is often the easiest, least invasive and most cost-effective replacement strategy. Companies such as Roof Hugger ...
In memory of Mark James
Honoring Mark's life and accomplishments. We are deeply saddened to share that my longtime pillar of the metal building community Mark James passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Mark is survived by his wife of 55 years Paula, his son Jarrod, his grandchildren Brooklyn, Harley, Julian and his great-grandson Trevon. ...
Proving strength in metal roof retrofits
By Jesse Sanchez. How retrofit testing is redefining metal roof performance and why documented, real-world structural testing is essential. Metal building owners are asking a more direct question than they did a decade ago. The issue is no longer simply whether a roof can be replaced, but whether the existing ...
