By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter.  

Get a free Makita Coil Nail Gun for every 2-pallet purchase of TopSheild® 1 ¼ inch Coil Nails. 

TopSheild coil nails grip tight to secure your roofing work, providing superior holding power and corrosion resistance. Maximize the benefits by receiving a FREE Makita Coil Nail Gun with a purchase of 96 cartons of TopShield 1 ¼ inch coil nails. No limit! 

Benefits of the TopShield 1 ¼ inch coil nails: 

• Professional roofers' choice, serving the industry for more than 50 years. 

• Highest quality and economical price. 

• Grips tight to secure roofing shingles, shakes, and tile, while reducing callbacks. 

• Reinforced shank helps prevent damage or injury from nail heads snapping off. 

• Reduces frustration and wasted time from nail gun jams. 

• Prevents damage or detachment caused by rust and corrosion. 

Add to the quality of the nails with the Makita Coil Nail Gun, featuring: 

• Faster nail driving speed for maximum performance. 

• Lightweight design at only 5.2 lbs. 

• Easy, one-step open, adjustable canister system for faster, more precise nail loading 

• “Tool-less” depth adjustment dial for more precise control in flush nailing shingles 

Start nailing your jobs with the tools and materials that will guarantee quality. Get your free Makita Coil Nail Gun per every 2-pallet purchase of TopShield 1 ¼ inch coil nails! 

Promotion ends March 31, 2022! Find a branch to purchase today! 

Learn more about SRS and Topshield® in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit topshieldproducts.com. 

About TopShield 

TopShield is an exclusive brand of premium residential roofing products and accessories. Created entirely with the professional contractor's needs in mind, TopShield products are always of the highest quality to ensure maximum performance and consistency. We continue to develop TopShield products with an unwavering focus on increasing our customer's productivity and profitability, while providing the highest level of product performance possible.

By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. 

TopShield® Shingle & Flashing Roof Accessory Paints deliver better durability and protection. 

SRS offers an exclusive brand of premium residential and commercial roofing products and accessories that focus on helping the contractor deliver a high-performing roof. TopShield® products are designed to meet the most stringent quality demands, improve homeowner satisfaction and deliver high-quality performance to any roof installation. 

TopShield®’s Shingle & Flashing Roof Accessory Paints are a perfect final touch to add a professional finish to your jobs. The aerosol dries in eight minutes or less and provides superior protection, durability and adhesion. The enamel has a built-in corrosion protector that can hide flaws, blemishes and unsightly roof protrusions, delivering a beautiful finished project. Plus, the paint provides smooth durable protection from rust and stains. 

The paint comes in a variety of colors, including: 

• Weathered wood 

• Brown 

• Slate 

• Charcoal 

• White 

• Terra cotta 

• Dark gray 

• Deep brown 

• Cedar 

Use it on asphalt shingles, aluminum, metal, PVC, other plastics and more for a finishing touch that will make your project look flawless. 

TopShield® has what you need to get every job done, including those above and beyond touches and finishes. Make this Shingle & Flashing Roof Accessory Paint the cherry on top of a job well done. 

Learn more about SRS and Topshield® in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit topshieldproducts.com. 

About SRS Distribution 

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in McKinney, TX, SRS has grown to become one of the largest and fastest-growing building products distributors in the United States. Since our inception, we have established a differentiated growth strategy and entrepreneurial culture that is focused on serving our customers, partnering with our suppliers, and attracting the industry’s best talent. We currently operate as a family of distinct local brands encompassing more than 350 locations across 44 states. SRS Distribution is a portfolio company of Leonard Green & Partners, L.P. and Berkshire Partners LLC, with over 1,000 employee investors.

SRS Distribution will be located at booth #2437 and the SRS Distribution Para Latinos Lounge at booth #1937.

SRS Distribution Inc., a leader in the building products distribution industry, is proud to announce its participation at the upcoming International Roofing Expo in New Orleans with two exhibitor booths, one exclusively dedicated to offering educational resources and networking opportunities for Spanish-speaking roofing contractors.

“We are excited to bring a customized Latino engagement experience to IRE that will empower and educate the Latino roofing community! We believe that offering these workshops and networking events will bring key tools and resources to Latino contractors that will support their future growth. At SRS we believe that the growth of the Latino contractor is a key factor to the future of the industry,” stated Julissa Chavez, Program Manager, Latino Sales and Marketing.

The SRS Distribution Para Latinos booth will offer visitors the exclusive opportunity to connect with industry experts and partners, product demonstrations and a first-class lineup of workshops and presentations geared towards supporting roofing contractors grow their businesses.

SRS Distribution will also host an Expert Contractor Panel discussion with owners of the largest and most successful roofing companies in the US to offer Latino contractors, customers, and attendees the latest insight on the industry, best practices on business and sales process to drive immediate improvement in their-day-to-day operations and bottom line.

Also, for the first time ever, SRS Distribution will hold the Premios Éxito (Contractor Success Awards), an initiative to reward and recognize Latino contractors in various categories: Contractor of the Year, Emerging Contractor, and Community Hero. The winners will be announced during the Cocktail Networking Hour at the Alluvial Plaza, during day one of IRE.

SRS is collaborating with IKO, GAF, CertainTeed, TAMKO to provide training content on relevant topics such as Sales 101, Preparing For Storm Season, 2022 Strategic Planning. Additionally, SRS will introduce TopShield Quality Products. This learning & development experience will include a VIP Cocktail Event sponsored by Owens Corning featuring Latin-inspired cuisine and entertainment from Mariachi Jalisco.

SRS Distribution will be located at booth #2437 and the SRS Distribution Para Latinos Lounge at booth #1937.

About International Roofing Expo

The International Roofing Expo is the premier roofing industry event, where leaders and experts from across the world gather to share the latest business trends, knowledge, and skill-building training opportunities.

About SRS Distribution

Founded in 2008 and headquartered in McKinney, TX, SRS has grown to become one of the largest and fastest growing building products distributors in the United States. Since our inception, we have established a differentiated growth strategy and entrepreneurial culture that is focused on serving our customers, partnering with our suppliers, and attracting the industry’s best talent. We currently operate under a family of distinct local brands encompassing more than 590 locations across 44 states. SRS Distribution is a portfolio company of Leonard Green & Partners, L.P. and Berkshire Partners LLC. For more information www.srsdistribution.com.

By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter.

Rick Rominger of TopShield® explains how performance products can increase your productivity and profitability.

In season 3, episode 68 of our Roofing Road Trips podcast, Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner, visits with Rick Rominger, TopShield director of private label with SRS Distribution, about how performance products can boost your business. 

Rick is passionate about making sure contractors get to work with products that are the best quality on the market. With SRS standing behind the brand, you can be sure that these are top of the line products designed to meet high standards and ultimately make contractor's jobs easier. 

“I am a lifelong resident of building products,” says Rick. “I started with SRS two and a half, three years ago to help define TopShield, help define the brand of Top Shield, help create the messaging and the marketing strategy around TopShield and really the growing portfolio of the exceptional products that we do offer.” 

Rick tells Heidi a bit about the history and growth of TopShield products. “It really began a few years ago and SRS put the brand on a few accessory items to the market under TopShield. But since then, we've really defined what TopShield would be. And we focused, by focusing really on an unwavering commitment to only the highest quality products,” says Rick. 

SRS has an unwavering determination to increase customers’ productivity and profitability by providing the highest level of performance products. Only the best available products get the TopShield moniker. 

“We really maintain a strict allegiance to only putting the TopShield name on products that customers need to do the job and the products that provide assurance that are simply one of the best available,” says Rick. “If it's TopShield, it's superior. It isn't just a label, but it's a significant brand and a brand that embraces excellence and really not every product is worthy to carry that TopShield or that TopShield Pro branding.” 

Heidi and Rick talk about the importance of selecting high-quality products and why SRS customers have come to expect quality and reliability along with the performance they demand and the ongoing customer service that makes it all work. 

“It goes back to really being in an exclusive product and the quality standards that we put behind it,” says Rick. “If that contractor is using TopShield, not only are they rest assured that it's an extremely quality product, but it is an exclusive product. So that will help them in a lot of cases, separate themselves in a competitive situation.” 

Listen to the entire podcast to learn more about TopShield and how these performance products factor into customer service.

By Cass Jacoby, RCS Reporter. 

The many advantages to using a starter shingle that’s designed to save you time and money. 

TopShield® is designed with the contractor in mind, with products that are built to make it easy for you to excel at your job. This is true of their starter shingles, which are made to provide superior performance while giving you a fast and cost-effective install. Read on to learn about the many advantages of using TopShield® Starter+ Shingles as your starter shingle of choice. 

Waterproof 

Starter shingles are an integral part of an asphalt shingle roof system, acting as a barrier for you’re the roof to protect eaves and rake edges. TopShield® Starter+ Shingles sealant ensures an effective seal between the starter and the first course of shingles. As the essential first layer of a weather-tight roof, these shingles help the roof shed water rather than letting it slip under the shingles. 

Improved wind resistance 

Starter shingles also greatly improve wind resistance by sealing the finished shingles to the roof. Starter shingles help prevent shingles from blowing off in harsh weather conditions and generally lend themselves to the performance of the roof. TopShield® Starter+ Shingles sealant ensures an effective seal between the starter and the first course of shingles; they are designed with a strong adhesion to lock shingles in place to prevent blow off along the eaves of the roof. 

Cleaner look 

Cut-up shingles can give an uneven appearance to the roofline, where starter shingles give a clean, sharp, uniform edge that gives your roof a more attractive and finished look. Apply TopShield® Starter+ Shingles to the eaves prior to shingle application and it will allow for the proper alignment of the courses of shingles. 

Reduce waste 

TopShield® Starter+ Shingles reduce waste by eliminating the need to cutoff tabs or headlap. Plus, it only takes one bundle to provide 105 feet of actual coverage. 

Quicker installation 

Using starters make the installation faster and easier so your new roof will be ready for the next storm. Now, with TopShield® Starter+ Shingles sealant ensuring an effective seal between the starter and the first course of shingles there is no need to cut down 3-tab shingles to use as a starter strip, saving you time and money. 

Learn more about SRS and Topshield® in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit topshieldproducts.com.

By Colin Sheehan, RCS Reporter. 

Provide your customers with more than they asked for and watch your referrals (and business) skyrocket. 

Creating customer loyalty comes down to two general principles: (1) solve their problems and (2) do so quickly. All of your customer service interactions should boil down to these simple, fundamental concepts. But what if you could solve a customer’s problems ahead of time? What if you provided more than what they asked for?  

A prevailing issue that many homeowners will face at least once in their lives is water or ice damage on the roof. If left without immediate treatment, these issues can spiral into costly repairs. By taking care of your customers’ needs ahead of time, you help them avoid expensive problems and are more likely to gain their loyalty. 

SRS Distribution’s line of exclusive premium residential roofing products, TopShield®, helps roofing contractors create loyal customers through providing the highest quality materials that ensure maximum performance and consistency. TopShield® offers two product solutions for protecting roofs from potential damages caused by ice or water. 

Those products are: 

Ice & Water Defender  

This roof underlayment self-adhesive membrane consists of a reinforced glass mat and is slip resistant with a unique sand covered surface. This product is easy to install, has excellent dimensional stability and self-sealing around nails and screws. With a high resistance to temperature variations, the Ice & Water Defender is your go-to product for adding simple line of defense against water damage and penetration. Meets all tests and certifications including Miami-Dade County, Florida Building Code (FBC), Texas Dept of Insurance (TDI), ISO 9001, ISO 14001. 

TopShield G300 Ice & Water 

The G300 is a self-adhesive modified bituminous roofing underlayment with glass fiber reinforcement. This product is designed to be used under slate and asphalt shingles.  

Benefits of the G300 include: 

• Mineral granules on the upper surface create a skid resistant surface for enhanced footing safety on the roof 

• Peelable release film for easy installation 

• 30-day exposure limit 

• Adheres directly to plywood, wood composition board, gypsum sheathing and concrete 

• Self-seals around nails, preventing moisture from penetrating into the roof 

• Meets ASTM D 1970, ICC-ES-2116 requirements and is approved by the Miami-Dade County NOA No. 16-1116.09 and the Florida Building Code FL 10450-R10 

Solve your customer’s water problems ahead of time with the Ice & Water products offered by TopShield®. 

Learn more about SRS Distribution Inc in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit www.srsdistribution.com.   

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor.

When a company chooses to offer private label products under their own brand, you can be sure they are going to only put their name behind the best products.

If you haven’t noticed, SRS has been expanding their line of TopShield® products over the past year. We had the chance to visit with Rick Rominger, National Private Label Manager for SRS Distribution, to learn more about the growth in the product line. Rick’s job is to not only expand the company’s TopShield® line of residential and commercial products but to make sure they are the best quality in the market. With SRS standing behind the brand, Rick is committed to only offering top of the line products and solutions under TopShield® to their contractors.  

Rick joined the SRS team about a year ago. He understands the gamut of building products from starting his career in the industry over 25 years ago and advancing into roles managing brand development, brand awareness, and developing private label products for distributors and suppliers. Since joining the team, Rick has significantly expanded the Top Shield product line for SRS.

“We’ve expanded our TopShield product portfolio in many key areas to now include shingle starter, expanded our offerings of synthetic underlayments, added ventilation products, added ice and water protection with our G300 and Defender products, siding accessories and most recently metal edging and drip edge for residential roofing applications,” explains Rick.  “Our products are the highest quality of, or better than, any equivalent products in the market today. We only put our name on the finest products simply because our TopShield® products are dedicated specifically to meet our customer’s needs, will exceed their stringent quality requirements, and at the end of the day help our customer’s businesses succeed. According to Rick, feedback from contractors has been excellent and the TopShield® line has been growing in popularity.

Rick shared that it’s extremely important the products offered under the TopShield® brand reflect the values of SRS as a company. “SRS, in my opinion, is the finest distribution organization in the country,” he said. “Their values for putting their customers and employees first are hands down unequaled. The SRS leadership is unmatched. I am extremely proud and humbled to be part of this amazing organization. Our contractors and customers can rest assured knowing that TopShield® is a first-class brand that our SRS Distribution family stands behind,” says Rick.

Contractors can expect the TopShield® product line to continue to grow. “We are continuing to advance the product portfolio,” Rick says. “We will be continuing to add TopShield® products aggressively over the next 12 – 24 months, all centered on our customer’s needs.”

Learn more about the TopShield® line of products in the SRS Distribution RCS Directory.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor.

Your distributor partners provide a connection to the pulse of the industry.

Times are a little different with businesses operating under social distancing guidelines and health precautions at the top of our minds. Not to mention that storm season is upon us and we are just a month out from the official start of hurricane season.

It is more important than ever to maintain a close relationship with your distributors. They can give you insight into what is happening across the industry and answer key questions like:

• Are manufacturers experiencing shortages?

• Are they able to meet the product demands that will come with storms?

• Does your distributor have access to needed supplies?

When you have a relationship with them, they can help you understand what is happening in the industry to help you have an adequate supply of materials and to anticipate any changes that might be coming. You are the core of your distributor’s success. When your business does well, so does theirs.

Products made with you in mind

That is why some distributors are creating products for their contractors that are designed to help them be successful and profitable. SRS Distribution, for example, has created the TopShield® residential roofing products line and the TopSpec® commercial roofing system that are designed with the highest quality and a focus on helping contractors maximize productivity and performance.

“We understand your needs and we will help you achieve your best! Our customers are always top-of-mind; front-and-center; in everything we do. We are completely committed to your success,” the company states on their website.

TopShield® offers a full line of roofing and exterior building products, including shingle starter, fasteners, repair products, synthetic underlayment, ice & water protection, roof coatings, caulks, matching roof paint spray, ventilation and siding accessories.  TopSpec® empowers contractors with the products, tools and resources they need to master single-ply roofing.

Workmanship is important and contractors want to install top performing products for their customers. SRS understands this and that is why they offer material limited warranties ranging from five to 30 years on TopShield® and TopSpec® products.

Essential tools for running your business

Distributors can also be a great resource to identify the best tools to help you run your business. Often, they partner with technology providers which means you can have access to different platforms at discounted rates. For instance, SRS Distribution partners with EagleView to offer their Construct product to contractors.

As we continue to move into a more digital, contact-free world, technology will play a key role in efficiently running your roofing business. That is why SRS developed Roof Hub, the easy-to-use app that helps you manage your material orders, track delivery in real time, view invoices, take advantage of rebates and promotions and much more – all with no contact required.

Don’t forget about financing for your homeowner customers. SRS has several services that contractors can take advantage of that offer financing including the popular GreenSky, which offers a fast and paperless financing solution. Again, no contact required which puts your customers at ease.

Start that relationship with your distributor today for your business success!

Learn more about SRS in their RCS directory.