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Giving contractors the right tools at the right time
By Emma Peterson. Learn why the summer months are the perfect time to start talking about snow retention. As we move into the primary construction season, many contractors are ramping up their operations and getting ready to start major re-roofing projects for both home and building owners. While The ...
GAF introduces MembraneShield Temporary Dirt-Blocking Film for EverGuard® TPO
GAF has launched MembraneShield™ Temporary Dirt-Blocking Film, a new feature for EverGuard® TPO membranes designed to keep them clean during installation. Roofing professionals know that maintaining a clean installation is one of the most challenging aspects of TPO roofing projects. GAF, North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, addresses this industry ...
Don’t forget HVAC during spring cleaning
By Malco. Check out this guide to keeping a heating and cooling system in tip-top shape this spring. As winter turns into spring, heating systems often begin to take a backseat to air conditioning and fans. This in-between season, before the true summer heat hits and ACs are running more ...
Sustainability sells, spray foam delivers
By Dani Sheehan. Break into spray foam roofing with comprehensive training, tech support and product guidance from General Coatings. If you’ve seen the dazzling, dome-shaped marvel lighting up the Las Vegas skyline, then you’ve seen what’s possible when innovative construction materials meet exquisite design. While its exterior is a canvas for LED ...
Reality check: Does increasing home resiliency really make (dollars and) sense?
Two homeowners in the heart of hurricane zone say their home is living proof. In the home improvement and construction industry, the buzz is all about home “hardening” and making homes more resilient in order to better withstand climate extremes. That’s especially true in places like Florida and the Gulf coast, ...
8 principales razones para elegir un sistema de techado TPO
Por MuleHide. Descubre por qué el sistema TPO es la opción más inteligente para tu techo ¿Estás pensando en instalar un sistema de techado TPO? MuleHide comparte varias razones por las que este sistema podría ser la mejor opción para tu techo. Desde su historial de más de 30 ...
Pipe collars: Small in size, big in benefits
By Jesse Sanchez. Overlooked and overexposed, faulty pipe collars drive costly leaks, but prevention is simpler than you think. When a residential or commercial roof begins to leak, many homeowners assume shingles are to blame. But seasoned roofing professionals like those at Wil-Mar Products Inc. know better. In many cases, ...
Removing your roof? – You may regret it!
By Roof Hugger. Upgrading your metal roof could backfire, unless you know this first. It sounds simple enough: swap out that tired old screw-down roof for a sleek, modern standing seam upgrade. But one wrong move, such as removing what’s literally holding your building together, could cost you far more than you ...
Roofing innovation on display
By Jesse Sanchez. A new booth, a breakthrough machine and a reminder that precision and efficiency still drive the roofing industry forward. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025, SOPREMA didn’t just show up — they redefined what a modern trade show experience can look like. Ryan Knippel, South Central regional sales ...
Premium roofing materials: The right choice for your project
By READYSLATE. Natural slate look, without the natural slate hassle, lighter, faster, cheaper and easier to install. The roofing industry is seeing a shift as homeowners, builders and architects demand materials that offer both strength and style. Enter the high-stakes arena of premium roofing, where beauty, durability and performance collide. Among the ...
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