Guest Blog
Preparing Commercial Roofs for Hurricane Season
By Topps Products. Historically, roughly three major hurricanes hit the United States every five years, and in recent years that average has increased. Hurricanes are a serious threat to the Gulf and Atlantic coasts. In 2017 alone, hurricanes caused roughly $282 billion in damage to the United States and the Caribbean, ...
How Solar Panels Impact Commercial Roof Systems
By Aubrey Barto, FiberTite. With the need for sustainable energy ever growing, some people turn to solar panels as a potential solution. The overall impact of these solar array systems needs to be taken into consideration; this includes more than just potential cost savings. If the proper steps are not taken, solar ...
Job Site Safety: Fatal Falls At Their Highest Level in 26 Years
By Cara Corridoni, CertainTeed. Construction accounted for 19 percent of all worker deaths in 2017, with roofers ranking fourth among all occupations. No one will deny a job in construction is hard work. The days are long, the conditions demanding, the loads heavy. There is no getting around the physical stress of ...
6 Common Causes of Commercial Roof Leaks
By FiberTite. The purpose of any roof system is to keep water out of and divert it away from the building. Seems like a simple enough task but it is far from easy. But sometimes roofs leak, and they leak for numerous reasons and for the most part, the least of all ...
Taking Photos of the Job Site
By CompanyCam. It’s easier than ever to make photo documentation a priority on your job sites without expending tons of additional time or money. You have the tools to successfully market your business, litigate damages, and assist your customers with tricky insurance claims right from your smartphone. Your crews aren’t the only people ...
Is Your Roofing Company Positioned as a Trusted Advisor?
By Jobba Trade Technologies. The more information you can provide to a potential customer about their roofs, the more likely it is that you'll win their trust (and their money). Commercial property managers can have portfolios ranging from several buildings to hundreds. And, guess what? They usually have a pretty big budget ...
MRA Unveils Free Comprehensive Metal Roofing Buyer's Guide for Homeowners
By Metal Roofing Alliance. Download the free guide to help homeowners understand the value and performance of investing in a metal roof. For homeowners, there's no question that putting on a new roof is a significant investment. Making a good choice is key to performance, reliability and long-term value for the dollar, ...
What is a Roofing Base Sheet?
By IKO. Base sheets may sound simple, but there is a lot of variation among them, from the materials used to manufacture them, to their installation method. Editor's note: Use this informative article to educate new employees or those not normally in the field on what base sheets are and their importance ...
The Importance of Learning from Contractors
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. It’s not often that you hear about contractors training manufacturers but Sashco embraces it. The more common scenario is the other way around with contractors attending trainings on how to install specific manufacturer products. When we came across a Sashco Facebook post with photos of their ...
June Message from National Women in Roofing’s Executive Director
The NWIR June newsletter featured a special message from Ellen Thorp sharing what’s new with the association. You can watch Ellen’s video update below or scroll down to read the transcript. Hi there. This is Ellen Thorp. I'm the Executive Director of National Women in Roofing. And thank you to Jennifer Stone ...
