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6 Steps to Minimize Call-Backs After Installing A Shingle Roof
By IKO. Embrace the dreaded call-back and your business could benefit. It’s Monday morning. You’re facing a pile of work and are just about to start digging into a new asphalt shingle installation project. Then, the phone rings. A client is asking you to return to the job site to look at ...
The Correct Roof Shingle Exposure for 3-Tab and Laminate Shingles
By IKO. Shingles with the right exposure will create the intended look and, assuming all else is installed properly, will provide optimal protection to the roof. Editor's note: This article is a nice refresher for your crew and a good learning tool for new employees. A shingle’s exposure is the portion of ...
Guide to Drip Edges for Shingle Roofs
By IKO. What’s the purpose of roof drip edges? Editor's note: If you have new employees, this is a great resource to help educate them about the importance of drip edges and what purpose they serve in a roofing system. Drip edges are metal sheets, usually shaped like an “L,” installed at the ...
Choosing a Name for Your Roofing Business & Great Roofing Business Names
By IKO. How to choose a name for your roofing business can be a challenge as well as a great opportunity. We’ll help you make the right decision by discussing the following: What’s unique about your roofing company? How to come up with names for your roofing business. How to ensure your name is unique. Roofing ...
Bidding and Estimating so You Can Remain Profitable
By IKO. How to bid, estimate and price a roofing job. Investing a little time into learning how to bid roofing jobs and how to estimate roofing jobs can pay dividends for your business. Roofing Contractor has found that 90 percent of roofers underbid their jobs. The whole industry could benefit from ...
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