Guest Blog
A Brief History of Commercial Roofing and Where Roofing Stands Today
By Western Colloid. From roofs made of beeswax and clay to fluid applied reinforced roofing systems, commercial roofing has had an interesting history! Commercial roofing has come a long way over the last few centuries. Many advancements have been made to the roofing process, including the cool roofs and fluid applied ...
Everything You Need To Know About Sealants
By Master Builders Solutions. Learn about different kinds of sealants and how they uniquely can benefit different applications. As buildings become more complex, new sets of challenges emerge for architects and contractors. That is where sealants come in, serving a critical role in protecting buildings from air and water infiltration. With ...
JobNimbus’ Software Upgrade Update
by Amanda Trusky, JobNimbus. New improvements to JobNimbus's software you have to try. JobNimbus is dedicated to helping contractors grow their business by using their software. As you improve your business, so does JobNimbus, making their software better through upgrades and improvements so that you can succeed. Here ...
Create Winning Bids on Roofing Jobs With the Right Software
By Anne Redd, AccuLynx. Gain an edge on the competition by winning bids the right way! Creating a winning bid for customers on roofing jobs is a surefire way to grow your business. In order to win them though, you have to know your client and the project inside and ...
Check Out These Cool Upgrades to JobNimbus’ Software
By Amanda Trusky, JobNimbus. We’ve made new improvements to our current software and even have a beta in the works for you to try. Here at JobNimbus, we aim to help contractors accelerate growth in their business by using our software. But to help you grow as a company, we ...
The Early 1900s Building That This Company Calls Home
By MFM Building Products. The Higgins Building (MFM Corporate Headquarters) is over a hundred years old, adding to the rich legacy of MFM Building Products. 2021 marked the 60th anniversary for MFM Building Products. The company, founded in 1961, celebrated the longevity and legacy of their company, but their ...
In-Person Events are Back on Track for JM
By Johns Manville. As more tradeshows and expos ramp up, Johns Manville is excited to return to some normalcy. This year's International Roofing Expo (IRE) in New Orleans was full of fun, education and networking. The Johns Manville team enjoyed seeing so many people back at the show — ...
Best Practices for Handling Composite Shake Keyway Pieces
By Eric Salvesen, DaVinci Roofscapes. Tips for contractors who want to use our line of false break or keyway siding pieces. In my recent travels to jobsites where our DaVinci Roofscapes Hand-Split Shake Siding was being installed, I’ve built up a list of tips for success when installing this composite ...
Winter Roof Replacements: Metal Roofing vs. Asphalt Shingles
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Learn about the advantages DECRA Metal Roofing has for homes in colder climates. Winter is here! And with the colder weather comes the challenge of installing traditional asphalt shingle roofs in temperatures below 40° F. Because asphalt shingle installation and repairs require adhesive products ...
7 Ways Roofing Contractors Can Maximize Their Time and Grow Their Company
By Anne Redd, Acculynx. How you can use customer relationship management (CRM) systems to your company’s advantage. With only so much time in a day to devote to growing your company, you always want to get the most out of that time. No matter the size of your company, you ...
