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Roofer profile: Scott Odom, Oconee Designer Roofing
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Meet Scott Odom, owner, Oconee Designer Roofing and the recent winner of the DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor 2024 Project of the Year Award. With a leap of faith Scott Odom started Oconoee Designer Roofing in central Georgia to handle restoration and remodeling projects from start to finish. His love for ...
Reroofing project that set new standards in efficiency
By Jesse Sanchez. Reinforcing resilience and energy efficiency with a seamless retrofit. Archetto Construction, Inc., in collaboration with Roof Hugger, made waves in the construction industry with its completed reroofing project in Millville, New Jersey back in 2011. Faced with the challenge of upgrading a 40,500-square-foot roof, the company implemented an ...
Building resilience in paradise
By Roof Hugger. When the winds howl, these roofs hold their ground. Nestled in the shimmering blues of the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands are the epitome of island charm — palm-fringed beaches, endless skies and crystalline waters. But beyond the idyllic postcard image lies an architectural battle against the elements. Amid the ...
Timeless elegance and innovative roofing materials make this family home shine
By Jesse Sanchez. Discover how a cutting-edge slate roofing solution combines beauty, durability and ease of installation in a standout home renovation. A family home in Pennsylvania has undergone a striking transformation with the installation of READYSLATE®, an innovative pre-assembled natural slate roofing system. The project, led by the historic ...
From kiddie pools to classrooms
By Emma Peterson. Learn about an incredible project by Coryell Roofing protecting Woodward, Oklahoma’s young learners from storms! When the Woodward Early Childhood Center in Oklahoma was designed, there were no plans for a kiddie pool. Unfortunately, the weather and a leaking metal roofing system had other ideas, and the ...
Why choose USG roof cover boards?
By Emma Peterson. Check out this interview with roofing experts Derrick Hutchinson and Andy Vegter as they discuss what makes USG roof cover boards stand out among the competition. Cover boards have been proven to be a powerful way to improve a commercial roof’s performance. They provide impact protection, fire ...
The Alpha Framing System
By Jesse Sanchez. The Alpha Framing System offers a faster, cleaner and stronger construction solution, saving up to two months on project timelines while improving structural integrity and reducing maintenance. The Alpha Framing System, developed by Elevate Structures (formerly Storage Structures) in collaboration with Central States Manufacturing, is revolutionizing the ...
Celebrating 20 years of innovation: ADESO® Technology powers enduring roof at Chet Holifield Federal Building
For those seeking insights into the transformative power of ADESO® Self-Adhered Technology, don't miss this captivating story in the latest issue of Architectural West magazine. Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing solutions, is proud to announce a compelling feature story in the Nov/Dec issue of Architectural West ...
Revitalizing an icon
By Sika Corporation. An ambitious, record-breaking solution to a towering architectural challenge. Picture this: a convention center atrium, iconic skylights towering 90 feet high, built as a beacon of renewal for Atlantic City, New Jersey. But decades later, nature's wear has turned this architectural marvel into a sieve, with water ...
Coastal beauty gets new roof
By DuPont™ Tedlar®. A durable roof for a seaside dream home. Homes in Florida are exposed to extreme conditions from hurricane-force winds to extreme heat and corrosive saltwater. With Tampa Bay just 100 feet away, the owners of this three-story home knew they needed a roof that could withstand the elements, but ...
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