By Jenny Yu.
Start planning now to implement a successful referral system in 2026.
As we approach the end of 2025, now is the time to reflect on the past year, take the lessons learned and plan for the year ahead. In a recent Roofing Road Trips® episode, Megan ...
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By Jenny Yu.
With new C=O.R.E. values and a clear vision, BITEC®, Inc. is building a promising future.
From January 1, 2026-December 31, 2026, BITEC®, Inc. will be celebrating its 40th anniversary. This incredible milestone offers a unique opportunity for the leading manufacturer to reflect on its historic successes ...
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By Jesse Sanchez.
What Roof Hugger’s leaders say about the importance of purlin strength for aging metal buildings.
Metal roofs are everywhere and as they age, owners must decide whether to patch, replace or upgrade their roof with long-term performance in mind. In this episode of MetalCast™, Roof Hugger leaders ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Industry experts break down the economic, technological and industry shifts to watch this year.
During the second day of the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE), we got the chance to host a live Coffee Conversations with Julissa Chavez of SRS Distribution, Dean Curtis from Ingage and Jack ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Ryan Knippel discusses industry trends and what a major brand integration means for SOPREMA this year.
In a recent CoatingsTalk™, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Ryan Knippel, business development manager from SOPREMA, to talk about the state of the coatings industry and what SOPREMA has been ...
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By Jesse Sanchez.
How long-term industry experience and user feedback are shaping the next phase of roofing technology.
Technology adoption in roofing has shifted from optional to essential, driven by labor shortages, tighter margins and the need for clearer operational visibility. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, recorded during ...
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By Jesse Sanchez.
Industry leaders explain why service models build enterprise value, resilience and long-term contractor relevance nationwide.
In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Cody Kline, founder of CommercialRoofer.com, joined host Karen Edwards to examine the importance of service divisions and preview what that mindset looks like in practice ...
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By Jesse Sanchez.
Contractors and manufacturers show how off-season training can sharpen crews for 2026.
In a business where storms and schedules can change overnight, the “slow season” provides a strategic window to evaluate operations, strengthen skills and position the company for the next wave of demand. A live episode ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Learn how fractional executives can give your business the high-level expertise needed to grow.
In a new episode of Contractor Outlook™, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Kristen McAlister of Cerius Executives to learn about fractional executive placement and how it can help construction companies build ...
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In this RoofersCoffeeShop® Lunch & Learn, Megan Ellsworth sits down with Lane Reed of MuleHide for a clear guide to smarter, safer roof evaluations from the first interior walkthrough to the final on-roof assessment. Attendees will learn how to spot the early signs of failure, document critical details and use ...
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By Jenny Yu.
Industry experts explain how service and maintenance departments lay the foundation for scalable roofing businesses.
In a recent CoatingsTalk™, Megan Ellsworth spoke with Chris Huettig, vice president of technical services at KARNAK, and Tracey Donels, founder of Service First Solutions, to talk about the importance of ...
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By Jenny Yu.
TRA’s Faux Panel Mount helps contractors safely integrate snow management with Tesla Solar Roof systems.
In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth spoke with Mindy Dahlquist, business development manager of TRA Snow & Sun, and Nick Zavala, brand president of American Home Contractors, to ...
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Multifamily property values declined 4% in 2025 compared to 2024 and are roughly 28% below the 2022 high. However, values are now 8% above 2019 values.
The rental market has slowed following a pandemic-era boom due to demographic changes, softer labor market and rising vacancies and is moving towards a more ...
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This year’s winners showcase the industry’s top talent who are helping shape the future of residential construction.
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) honored top achievements in residential real estate sales, marketing, individual achievement and global excellence at The Nationals Awards Gala (sponsored by Chase) during the NAHB International Builders’ ...
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The K9 Fasteners success story started in Wisconsin when humble hardware professionals wanted to create real product benefits for real hard working carpenters, contractors and building trade professionals!
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