Education & Learning
How roofing experts tackle preservation with historical roofing projects
By Adam Cabrera. Contrary to what you may think, composite roofing materials are a great option for restoring historical buildings. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with Mark McMillan, sales manager at Horn Brothers Roofing in Denver, Colorado, and Randy Miller, second generation ...
Find success in your business with the 2024 Home Improvement and Remodeling Benchmark Report
By Anna Lockhart. Success is just around the corner, and with the help from the industry experts at Leap, find out how to use their latest insights to boost your business in the new year! In the recent RLW™, “Secrets to brewing success in the roofing industry,” host Heidi ...
Is restoration the magic bullet?
By Dani Sheehan. Proper assessment of an existing system can help determine when a roof restoration will be successful and when it is time to invest in a new roof. As a roofing system comes to the end of its life, there is no longer the immediate need for a ...
Build presentations your customers will be engaged and excited about!
By Dani Sheehan. Don’t let your energetic personality be drowned out by a dull sales presentation. Learn how Ingage can help increase your profits and build stronger relationships with your customers. Cody Carnes is an account executive at Ingage and has worked on helping roofing companies improve their customer experience ...
Danger ahead! Understanding risk at every stage
By Dani Sheehan. What does risk management look like at your company? Jon Belnap of IB Roof Systems shares key milestones for a successful roofing project. In the most recent RoofersCoffeeShop® RLW® Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Jon Belnap of IB Roof Systems to discuss risk management in the ...
How architectural sheet metal is changing the way buildings are designed
By Adam Cabrera. Sheet metal's use in construction has evolved beyond its utility as a durable, moisture resistant material and introduces new design possibilities in roofing. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Steve Gosk and Ken McLaughlin from MetalForming ...
Roofing materials that survive severe weather
By Anna Lockhart. Find roofing materials that outlast the severe weather conditions of your local climate with the DaVinci Roofscapes synthetic slate and shake lines. Each part of North America faces a unique set of environmental challenges. Whether it be the wildfires of Canada and the Western United ...
Maintain your business with maintenance contracts
By Evelyn Witterholt. In our latest Lunch & Learn, you’ll learn why offering maintenance contracts is key to boosting your business and improving your customer relationships. As all roofers know, maintenance is key to extending the lifespan of a roof. But do your customers know this too? Many people believe ...
What is Oil Canning? Ways to Prevent Aesthetic Defects in Metal Roofing Panels
By AEP Span. If you are used to working with metal roofing and siding, then you know oil canning is a prevalent issue. Oil canning is a phenomenon that refers to the slight buckling or deformation found in sheet metal, usually seen on flat surfaces. It manifests as wavy ...
Slate Nails: Not Over Driven, Not Under Driven, Just Right
By National Slate Association. Installing slate shingles is a craft and learning proper nailing practices can ensure a roof’s longevity. See how you can improve your slate roof offerings with improved nailing techniques. To maintain the durability of a slate roof over time, slate shingles must be properly installed with ...
