By Emma Peterson.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at preparing the first U.S. team to compete at IFD’s Championship of Young Roofers.
At the end of 2024, The Coffee Shops™ crew got an incredible opportunity — cover the first U.S. team’s participation in the prestigious International Federation for the Roofing Trades (IFD) competition ...
Read More
Join us for this important Coffee Conversations where experts, including Trent Cotney from Adams & Reese and Will Lorenz from General Coatings, will break down the policies, prices and pressures shaping the roofing world in light of the new administration's tariff policies. With changes happening every day, the industry is ...
Read More
In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan Ellsworth is joined by Central States’ Senior Marketing Manager, Melissa Dunson, and Stonegate CEO and Sherwin Williams’ MetalVue Partner, Chris Morris, to discuss the exciting trend of roofers expanding into siding services and exploring how roofing and siding naturally complement each other. They’ll ...
Read More
Joining forces to offer a broader range of construction solutions for both interior and exterior applications.
MFM Building Products, a manufacturer of a full envelope of waterproofing and weather barrier products for the building industry, has merged with National Applied Construction (NAC) Products, Inc., to strengthen the company’s interior flooring crack ...
Read More
By Dale Nelson, president of Roof Hugger, LLC.
One roof, two jobs — providing protection from the elements now, offering clean energy production for decades to come.
A roof is no longer just the structural lid that protects buildings from the elements. It's becoming a launchpad for the next wave of energy ...
Read More
BITEC® Imperflex SA2 Base Sheet is a smooth surfaced rubberized asphalt base sheet. It acts as an interply, intended specifically for use in Imperflex roof systems. This versatile product can withstand high temperatures (250°F / 121.1°C) and can also be used as an underlayment under asphalt shingles, metal or tile ...
Read More
BITEC® Imperflex SA2 Base Sheet is a smooth surfaced rubberized asphalt base sheet. It acts as an interply, intended specifically for use in Imperflex roof systems. This versatile product can withstand high temperatures (250°F / 121.1°C) and can also be used as an underlayment under asphalt shingles, metal or tile ...
Read More
RCS Influencer John Kenney says subcontractor management is about building long-term, high-trust partnerships.
Safety, quality and consistency in roofing projects are only as strong as the subcontractors you bring onto the job. As a roofing industry expert, I’ve seen how critical it is to move beyond just hiring on price. Establishing ...
Read More
Join us every Friday to learn the latest news in the roofing, metal and coatings industry.
The 159th episode of The Weekly Blend is live! Join The Coffee Shops’ President Heidi Ellsworth and COO Karen Edwards for the latest episode of this Coffee Shop original web series.
The two discuss some upcoming ...
Read More
By Emma Peterson.
This year marks the first year that Massachusetts's SkillsUSA competition includes commercial roofing, all thanks to Red Dog’s Roofing.
Earlier this year, Patrick Cochran of Red Dog’s Roofing out of Fitchburg, Massachusetts stopped by The Coffee Shops™ to talk about their 2025 initiative to get commercial roofing into their ...
Read More
In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi Ellsworth sits down with Central States’ Vice President of Innovation and Product Engineering, Andrew Wilson, to explore the rapidly growing metal roofing industry and why it's becoming one of the hottest sectors in construction. They’ll discuss how metal roofing, though different from traditional ...
Read More
By Ali Turner, S-5! content writer.
This Colorado office building integrates solar modules and snow guards seamlessly on its roof.
When planning the solar layout for your metal roof, it’s crucial to thoughtfully position the modules to capture the maximum amount of sunlight. For roofs in areas with heavy snowfall, accurate calculations ...
Read More
By Carlisle SynTec Systems.
Learn about fine-tuning PVC welding techniques for seamless results.
When it comes to PVC welding, precision and attention to detail are paramount. That's why we've outlined some tips to help you achieve impeccable results every time.
Account for ambient conditions
Remember that ambient temperatures can significantly impact welding temperatures and ...
Read More
To learn more about Service First Solutions, visit their RCS Directory.
How do you anticipate changes in your service department?
What's the Digital Desk?
What are service focused peer groups?
Why is service critical to your overall roofing business?
How does Service First Solutions help service departments stay focused and motivated?
How does the coaching program ...
Read More
By gFour Marketing.
Build a lead generation machine for your roofing business when you have the right marketing.
Growing a roofing company requires the skills and craftsmanship of properly installing a roof, but it also requires building a solid foundation of loyal customers, glowing referrals and steady lead flows. As a small ...
Read More
We use cookies to make our site work, to improve your experience, and we use our own and third-party cookies for advertising. Please see the Cookies section of our Terms of Use for more information and how to disable them. By accepting or closing the message and continuing to use this site, you agree to our use of cookies.