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Uplifting stories of generosity from around the country
By Emma Peterson. How roofing companies are changing veterans’ lives, one home at a time. With a constant news cycle, it’s hard to keep up with everything happening in the world. But we are here to share some good stories about good people. For your daily dose of happy news, ...
Owens Corning honors Platinum Preferred Contractors’ leadership and performance at 2026 Platinum Conference
The 2026 Owens Corning Platinum Conference in San Antonio, Texas, celebrated the achievements of Platinum Contractors and their teams. Owens Corning paid tribute to the achievements of Platinum Preferred Contractors across North America during the annual Platinum Conference, March 9-11, in San Antonio. Top Performer and Pinnacle Awards were presented at ...
When old gutters put your home at risk
By The Third Estimate. Investing in an upgraded gutter system can help you avoid expensive repairs and protect your home from serious water damage. Gutters play a critical role in protecting a home, yet they are often overlooked until damage appears. When debris collects and water cannot drain properly, the ...
Your guide to holiday lights and roof safety
By The Third Estimate. Stay festive and roof-safe this holiday season with this guide to holiday lights! As homeowners decorate for the holidays, many reach for ladders and lights before considering the safety and security of their roofs. Here at The Third Estimate, we want you to be aware of ...
Neighborhood servant receives free roof replacement
By The Third Estimate. The Third Estimate’s Think Third Patriot Project honored veteran Jared Bzdok, whose home has become a cornerstone of his Copley community. Every year, The Third Estimate partners with Owens Corning and the Roof Deployment Project to donate a free roof replacement for a veteran through ...
The right way to roof: Why one layer is all you need
By The Third Estimate. A strong, healthy roof starts with smart choices, so begin with a clean slate! When it comes to roofing, cutting corners isn’t saving; it’s setting you back. At The Third Estimate, we believe the smartest investment you can make in your home starts at the top. ...
Smart homeowners ask these 5 questions before hiring a contractor
By The Third Estimate. Your contractor should offer more than just a good price; they should ensure a smooth project and quality results. Your home is one of your biggest investments, so choosing someone to work on it can be stressful. Too often, homeowners focus primarily on cost alone, ...
The roof revival you didn’t know you needed
By The Third Estimate. A bio-based breakthrough that breathes new life into aging shingles. It’s not hail or hurricanes that quietly destroy most roofs, it’s time. The slow, creeping damage from sun, snow and seasonal shifts quietly ages shingles until your once-sturdy roof is brittle, leaky and begging for replacement. ...
People like Hannah Ford are the future of roofing
By Emma Peterson. The Third Estimate’s BuildHERS Scholarship empowers young folks, like The Coffee Shops’ own Hannah Ford, to build their careers. Last year The Third Estimate, a roofing company based in Northeast Ohio, introduced their BuildHERS Scholarship. The goal of this scholarship is to “empower young women to pursue ...
Meet your match: A roof that is the total package
By Brooklyn Menefee, The Third Estimate. Choose a roofing system that checks all your boxes. Just as when you’re looking for that special someone to share your life with, choosing a roof is investing in a long-term commitment that requires careful deliberation. You want to ensure that the roofing system ...
