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<title>How mentorship builds stronger roofers</title>
<link>https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/how-mentorship-builds-stronger-roofers</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 17:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  width='600' height='300'  loading='lazy' decoding='async' /><br><p>By Emma Peterson.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>A conversation with Nick Jacqmain and Trevor Wagester explores the role that supportive bosses play in career development and long-term success.&nbsp;</h2>

<p><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/podcast/nick-jacqmain-and-trevor-wagester">In a new episode of Stories from the Roof</a>, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Nick Jacqmain of Springfield Roofing and Trevor Wagester, one of <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/duro-last">Duro-Last</a>&#39;s sales representatives, to talk about their multi-decade long careers in the roofing industry. The commonality between both their stories? There were some specific bosses that helped them on their journeys.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>For Nick, that boss was Terry Omler. Terry was the owner of Springfield Roofing before Nick took over ownership in 2018 and, in Nick&rsquo;s words, &ldquo;He really put me in his hip pocket for a number of years and we rode together everywhere.&rdquo; Today, Nick still carries Terry&#39;s teaching with him. He explained, &ldquo;Terry never put it in so many words, but he would always make sure to do the right thing by the customer and trust that it was all going to work out in the end. And what I paraphrase that into for our team today is, &lsquo;Do the right thing and the money will follow.&rsquo;&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>As for Trevor, the influential boss he highlighted in the conversation was Gary Hilton. Gary was Trevor&rsquo;s boss when he worked at Royal Roofing prior to making the move to Duro-Last. Thinking back on what Gary did for him, Trevor recalled, &ldquo;He would let you struggle and suffer, but never let you fall. And that was so helpful. It forced me to figure it out on my own first, with the reassurance that if I couldn&rsquo;t, he was there to teach me what I needed to get there.&rdquo; The result of this teaching method? Confidence. As Trevor put it, &ldquo;He really instilled a confidence in me from believing in me back then that has gotten me to where I am today.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>These are just two examples of how mentorship and leadership are key to the development of incredible professionals like Nick and Trevor.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/podcast/nick-jacqmain-and-trevor-wagester"><strong>Listen to the whole episode to learn more about Nick, Trevor and the mentors that helped them build their careers.</strong></a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Travis Rex of EXCEPTIONAL® Metals named 2026 METALCON 40 Under 40 honoree</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 08 Oct 2026 22:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  width='600' height='300'  loading='lazy' decoding='async' /><br><h2 dir="ltr">Rex joined EXCEPTIONAL Metals in 2022 and has demonstrated a strong ability to identify opportunities, understand evolving market needs and turn ideas into practical solutions.</h2>

<p dir="ltr"><img src="https://files.constantcontact.com/bae7e24b001/ff6aab9b-70c2-4644-bf96-b6022603d0c5.png?rdr=true" style="float:right; height:251px; margin-left:20px; width:300px" />EXCEPTIONAL Metals, part of the Duro-Last&reg; family of brands under Amrize Building Envelope, is proud to announce that Travis Rex, director of sales operations, has been named a 2026 METALCON 40 Under 40 honoree.</p>

<p dir="ltr">METALCON&#39;s inaugural 40 Under 40 program recognizes emerging leaders who are making an impact on the metal construction industry through achievement, leadership, innovation and industry involvement. The honorees represent professionals who are helping shape the future of the industry.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Rex joined EXCEPTIONAL Metals in 2022 and has demonstrated a strong ability to identify opportunities, understand evolving market needs and turn ideas into practical solutions. His experience spans product management, market research, go-to-market strategy and sales operations.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Throughout his career, Rex has brought a fresh perspective to the challenges and opportunities facing the metal construction industry. He has a talent for connecting customer needs, market trends and business opportunities while identifying ways to improve processes and strengthen collaboration.</p>

<p dir="ltr">In his current role, Rex leads sales operations for EXCEPTIONAL Metals and supports strategic growth across key areas of the business. He has also helped identify opportunities for greater collaboration and efficiency across the broader Amrize organization to strengthen how the business serves its customers.</p>

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<p dir="ltr">&quot;Travis brings curiosity, strategic thinking and a strong focus on execution to everything he does,&quot; said Kevin Blaesser, EXCEPTIONAL Metals general manager. &quot;He consistently looks for opportunities to improve, challenge conventional thinking and bring people together to find solutions. We are proud to see his leadership recognized by METALCON and the metal construction industry.&quot;</p>
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<p dir="ltr">The 2026 METALCON 40 Under 40 honorees were recognized during METALCON, which took place Oct. 7-9 in Orlando, Florida.</p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong>About EXCEPTIONAL Metals</strong></p>

<p dir="ltr">EXCEPTIONAL Metals is a leading manufacturer of edge metal, drainage and accessory solutions for the commercial roofing industry. With extensive custom capabilities, EXCEPTIONAL Metals manufactures high-performance, precision-crafted products designed to meet the unique specifications and demands of each project. EXCEPTIONAL Metals also offers a complete line of metal roofing and wall panel products, providing customers with a comprehensive selection of solutions for both performance and aesthetics. Known for its quality craftsmanship, customization and exceptional customer support, EXCEPTIONAL Metals delivers durable, dependable metal solutions for commercial construction projects. EXCEPTIONAL Metals is a brand of Amrize Building Envelope LLC. For more information on EXCEPTIONAL Metals, call 866.337.4599 or visit <a href="http://www.exceptionalmetals.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>exceptionalmetals.com</strong></a>.</p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong>About Duro-Last</strong></p>

<p dir="ltr">Duro-Last is a leading manufacturer of custom-fabricated thermoplastic single-ply roofing systems based in Saginaw, Michigan, with eight manufacturing locations across the U.S. Known as the &ldquo;World&rsquo;s Best Roof&reg; &rdquo;, Duro-Last&rsquo;s factory-controlled custom-fabrication can eliminate up to 85% of field seams, resulting in lower on-site labor costs and easier installation. Duro-Last&rsquo;s roofing systems are sustainable and durable. More than 2 billion square feet of Duro-Last membrane has been installed throughout North America. Duro-Last is a brand of Amrize Building Envelope LLC. For more information on Duro-Last, call 800.248.0280 or visit <a href="http://www.duro-last.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>duro-last.com</strong></a>.</p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong>About Amrize</strong></p>

<p dir="ltr">Amrize (NYSE: AMRZ) is building North America, as the partner of choice for professional builders with advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop. With over 1,000 sites and a highly efficient distribution network, we deliver for our customers in every U.S. state and Canadian province. Our 19,000 teammates uniquely serve every construction market from infrastructure, commercial and residential to new build, repair and refurbishment. Amrize achieved $11.8 billion in revenue in 2025 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange. We are ready to build your ambition. Learn more at <a href="http://www.amrize.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>amrize.com</strong></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Roofing themselves out of business</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 17:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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<h2 dir="ltr">Don Lighty and Randy Young share how quality has guided both of their careers.</h2>

<p dir="ltr">Recently, we sat down with Don Lighty of Lighty Roofing and Randy Young, one of <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/duro-last" rel="" target="_blank">Duro-Last</a>&#39;s sales rep, for <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/podcast/don-lighty-and-randy-young" rel="" target="_blank">an episode of Stories from the Roof</a> all about how a commitment to craftsmanship and quality has been key in both of their lives.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Don opened the episode by sharing how this idea has been a throughline of his entire career:</p>

<p dir="ltr">I was born into the roofing business. My dad was a roofer and for my first job, my twin brother and I were handed a block of wood, a pile of nails and a hammer by our dad. The job? Nail those hammers into that block, learn how to swing the hammer right... From there, I grew up doing everything from painting and stapling up insulation to re-bricking or re-roofing.</p>

<p dir="ltr">And Don&rsquo;s dad wasn&rsquo;t the only mentor he had who emphasized the importance of getting the basics correct and ensuring that quality is seen in the rest of your work. He recalled, &ldquo;Eventually I found myself working for a guy in Oklahoma who taught me fine woodworking skills where we made our own molds. Our builder wanted everything to be absolutely perfect. He would feel the joints, make sure they were smooth &ndash; everything had to be perfect.&rdquo;</p>

<p dir="ltr">This dedication to doing it right, carried through the rest of Don&rsquo;s career all the way to founding Lighty Roofing in the 1980s. He explained, &ldquo;These early experiences guided my thinking and anything that I ever did after that I looked at with the goal of doing it right... For example people would come needing something replaced, like a window and they&rsquo;d always start with how much is this going to cost? And I always tell them, &lsquo;That shouldn&#39;t be the first question. You shouldn&rsquo;t decide based on what the cheapest is, you should figure out what the best quality you can get is.&rdquo;</p>

<p dir="ltr">This perspective of quality as the utmost importance is something that Randy couldn&rsquo;t agree with Don more on. As Randy put it, &ldquo;My stepdad was a roofer and my mom the CFO. And what I learned from them is that if you are going into this industry to make money, and that&#39;s your sole objective, then you are already starting out in the wrong realm.&rdquo; Instead, like Don described, the goal should always be quality. Randy elaborated, &ldquo;I had a lot of mentors on the roof that taught me the importance of quality and consistency and I truly believe that if you go into any kind of business with passion and quality, you will set yourself apart just because of those reasons alone.&rdquo;</p>

<p dir="ltr">And, for both Don and Randy, working with and for Duro-Last respectively has been a great experience because the company also prioritizes quality before anything else. As Randy described, &ldquo;We have a little motto of we are in the business to roof ourselves out of business. And we do that with quality.&rdquo;</p>

<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/podcast/don-lighty-and-randy-young" rel="" target="_blank"><strong>Listen to the whole episode to hear more from Don and Randy about the importance of quality in all parts of roofing and life.</strong></a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>The roof that won Quality Exteriors a Duro-Last award</title>
<link>https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/the-roof-that-won-quality-exteriors-a-duro-last-award</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  width='600' height='300'  loading='lazy' decoding='async' /><br><p>By Emma Peterson.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Learn about the 117,000 square foot roof that took home a 2025 Edge-to-Edge &amp; Deck-to-Sky&trade; Project Award.&nbsp;</h2>

<p>On the South side of downtown Nashville is a district called the <a href="https://www.visitmusiccity.com/nashville-neighborhoods/sobro">SoBro district</a>. This area is known for combining historic architecture with new development to create a thriving and lively neighborhood full of hotels, bars and musical venues. It was this distinct character that the Mill Creek Residential team wanted to bring into their Modera SoBro project. This development was a 404-unit luxury apartment complex complete with rooftop amenity spaces to keep residents connected to the district.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>With such a big goal, the Mill Creek Residential knew that they needed to work with the right partners to create the perfect balance of beauty and performance in the complex. As Steven Naiman, senior superintendent with Mill Creek Residential, put it, &ldquo;We [needed things] that would perform at a high level but also look great from day one.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the roof, the right partners were Quality Exteriors and <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/duro-last">Duro-Last</a>. Quality Exteriors got involved in the project right from the get-go, which turned out to be crucial to success. Brandon Byrd, vice president of commercial roofing at Quality Exteriors, recalled, &ldquo;We caught this project during design. That gave us time to fine-tune the specification and make sure the owner got a system built for longevity, with every component under a single Duro-Last warranty.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The system that they installed featured a tapered Duro-Guard ISO insulation as well as a &frac14;-inch DEXcell cover board. Combined, these two products ensured the roof had proper slope (for drainage), strong durability (to support rooftop amenities), and a high fire resistance (for safety). On top of this, the Quality Exteriors team fully adhered Duro-Tuff 50 and 60 mil light gray membrane, chosen for its performance and reduced glare for residents using rooftop terraces.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There were some unique challenges with this project, both on the roof and on the ground. For example, the crew on the roof had to individually flash more than 650 balcony penetrations with custom-fabricated curbs and stacks. And on the ground, the iconic SoBro District led to staging challenges. Brandon explained, &ldquo;You can&rsquo;t leave trucks parked on Division Street. We sequenced deliveries just-in-time and made sure every section was watertight as we went. Coordination was everything.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>All-in-all, the project took 12 months to complete and the final roof delivered that perfect balance of beauty and durability that the Mill Creek Residential team was looking for. As Steven put it, &ldquo;Brandon&rsquo;s team was incredibly organized. They managed deliveries, coordination and safety flawlessly, and their communication made a huge difference.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xkCqxefDII0"><strong>See the project for yourself on Duro-Last&#39;s YouTube channel!</strong></a></p>

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<title>SWIF Rack makes solar installation simple</title>
<link>https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/swif-rack-makes-solar-installation-simple</link>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  width='600' height='300'  loading='lazy' decoding='async' /><br><p>By Emma Peterson.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>This elevated racking system provides contractors with a new way to support solar panels while preserving access and roof integrity.&nbsp;</h2>

<p><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/podcast/april-chen-tom-desimone-and-mitch-gilbert-racking-up-solar-success">A new episode of Roofing Road Trips&reg;</a> featured April Chen, architect and CEO of SWIF Rack&trade;; Tom Desimone, a <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/duro-last">Duro-Last</a> approved applicator; and Mitch Gilbert, VP of technology and Duro-Last. The discussion centered round the topic of the collaboration between <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/duro-last">Duro-Last</a> and SWIF Rack that is helping contractors install solar more efficiently.&nbsp;</p>

<p>April opened the conversation by sharing a bit of background on SWIF Rack as a company. She shared, &ldquo;SWIF Rack produces the first UL273-certified, class A fire-rated system that is purpose-built to preserve roof integrity by eliminating overburdening and enhancing energy production.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>SWIF Rack was designed by a multigenerational roofer (April&rsquo;s father Steve) and elevates solar panels off the roof through a racking system. April described:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The SWIF Rack isn&#39;t the only product that lifts panels off the roof. Most installations have the modules kind of laying, hovering above the roof six or eight inches, maybe a little bit more, depending on the product type. But SWIF Rack actually lifts the modules a minimum of three feet above the roof deck without any obstacles beneath it, which is significant.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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<p>Why is it so significant? Tom explained:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Elevation and maintenance matter. They&rsquo;re two of the strongest priorities when it comes to building roofs and solar systems that are maintainable and long-lasting. Take the electrical components as an example. On traditional ballasts, these components are often resting on the roof itself, which can lead to dangerous combustion and fires. So, being able to raise those panels not only gives you better access to the roof but also creates a safer environment.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>With all of these benefits, it&rsquo;s no wonder that the SWIF Rack system caught the eye of the Duro-Last team. Mitch shared, &ldquo;We always want to put our customers at the center of everything we do and we were thinking about all of the challenges we&#39;ve had trying to chase leaks or service a roof when there&#39;s solar in the way when we saw the pictures of what SWIF Rack does. And it really spoke to us.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Today, Duro-Last has partnered with SWIF Rack to make solar installations easier all over the nation.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/podcast/april-chen-tom-desimone-and-mitch-gilbert-racking-up-solar-success">Listen to the whole episode</a> or <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dk39-guSI8k&amp;source_ve_path=NzY3NTg&amp;embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rooferscoffeeshop.com%2F">Watch the recording</a> to learn more!&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Greentech Center showcases award-winning custom fabrication</title>
<link>https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/greentech-center-showcases-award-winning-custom-fabrication</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 07:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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<h2>A roofing solution that not only offers unmatched security but also honors cultural identity.&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Tornado Alley is a nickname for the center of tornado activity in the United States, extending from West Texas through Oklahoma, Kansas and most of Nebraska. Anadarko, Oklahoma, which sits 50 miles southwest of the state&rsquo;s capital, Oklahoma City, is just along the edge of said Tornado Alley, meaning that Lighty Roofing and Construction had to be thinking about durability and wind uplift when working on Greentech Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The importance of building a tornado-durable building was further emphasized by the state of the roof the Lighty team was replacing. The roof had been badly damaged in a previous tornado and storm and had developed major leaks, rusted seams and failed fasteners among other issues. Jerry Kennedy, the CEO of Delaware Nation Industries (DNI) who own the facility, explained:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Our tenant&rsquo;s inventory was at risk, and restoring the roof quickly was essential to getting their business back on track. We needed a roofing system we could trust to perform in Oklahoma&rsquo;s extreme weather conditions, and Duro-Last delivered exactly that.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>How exactly did <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/duro-last">Duro-Last</a> deliver that? The Lighty team used Duro-Last&rsquo;s custom-fabricated 50 mil white membrane as the core of their metal retrofit solution for the Greentech Center. By doing this, they were able to deliver maximum security against wind uplift and unmatched durability that met modern performance requirements.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Further, the custom fabrication of the system allowed the Lighty team to incorporate a stunning homage to the Delaware Nation in the form of a 100-foot-tall, 68-foot-wide turtle. Don Lighty, owner of Lighty Roofing, explained, &ldquo;There are three clans within the Delaware Nation &mdash; Wolf, Turkey and Turtle. This facility represents the Turtle Clan, so it felt fitting to weave that identity directly into the design.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Now complete, the mechanically fastened Duro-Last roof system not only performed flawlessly through weather events and storms but has also been recognized as the 2025 Duro-Last Custom-Fabrication Project Award winner. Jerry reflected, &ldquo;Reliability and durability were our top priorities. The combination of Duro-Last and Lighty Construction gave us both. We couldn&rsquo;t be more pleased with the outcome.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yCpeUa4GyI&amp;feature=youtu.be"><strong>See the stunning project for yourself!</strong></a></p>

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<title>Four Seasons Energy Efficient Roofing wins 2025 Sustainability Award</title>
<link>https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/four-seasons-energy-efficient-roofing-wins-2025-sustainability-award</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  width='600' height='300'  loading='lazy' decoding='async' /><br><p>By Emma Peterson.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>A Duro-Last roofing system delivers performance and sustainability for this key community organization in Minnesota.&nbsp;&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Just minutes outside of Saint Paul, Minnesota and alongside the banks of Vadnais Lake sits a vibrant community called Vadnais Heights. <a href="https://www.cityvadnaisheights.com/532/About-Us">The city was founded in 1974 out of the White Bear Township.</a> At that time, it was a small, agricultural community. Today, it is a thriving suburban community that spans 8.2 square miles, is home to around 13,000 people and countless businesses and organizations &ndash; including Merrick Inc.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Founded in 1964, <a href="https://merrickinc.org/about/">Merrick Inc.</a> is an agency that focuses on helping &ldquo;empower adults with disabilities through vocational and social opportunities, and to guide them toward realizing their goals and dreams.&rdquo; They do this through a variety of services, including life enrichment activities, social events, leadership activities and a work service program in Vadnais Heights. The Merrick team are also staunch supporters of environmental stewardship. They model sustainability in action with a large solar array, geothermal HVAC and an extensive plastic recycling program. Overall, Merrick believes in doing the best for their community, whether that&rsquo;s in their support programs or caring for the environment around Vadnais Heights.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>So, when Merrick&#39;s 20-year-old, 59,600 square-foot roof started failing, it was not only critical to get it back into working order quickly, but key to creating something that was an extension of the organization&#39;s mission and values. As Mike Greenbaum, executive director of Merrick, explained, &ldquo;Merrick is a place where people come to work, contribute and feel valued. It was important to make sure the facility reflects that commitment and continues to serve our mission for decades to come.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The roof system that ended up fitting the bill was a <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/duro-last">Duro-Last</a> 50 mil white membrane with custom curbs and stacks. It was installed by the team at Four Seasons Energy Efficient Roofing, who were actually the same contractor that installed the previous roof back in 2008! Nick Moen, CEO of Four Seasons, shared his story about coming back to work with Merrick again:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote>
<p>We installed the first roof back in 2008, a 40 mil Duro-Last system that performed exceptionally well. When Merrick reached out to replace it, we knew it was an opportunity to upgrade the system for even greater longevity and efficiency.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>The first step to the project was to coordinate with Duro-Last&#39;s Recycle Your Roof program to deal with the 11,760 pounds of existing roof membrane that had to be removed. Brett Franz, a Duro-Last sales rep, spoke about how this program was perfect for the project, sharing, &ldquo;Merrick&rsquo;s entire operation is built around recycling and responsible use of resources, from how they manage materials inside the building to how they care for the building itself. This was the perfect project for the program.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Once the old roof was removed, the Four Seasons team installed insulation and began mechanically fastening a new 50 mil white membrane on the roof! Not only will this durable membrane provide protection for the facilities below it, but it also benefits the overall energy efficiency of the system. As Nick explained, &ldquo;That white surface helps reflect heat and optimize the solar array&rsquo;s output.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Once the installation was complete (which was no small feat as each of the 650 solar pedestal penetrations across the roof had to be individually flashed using custom curbs and stacks), ROOF-TRAK III walkway pads were placed to make it easier and safer to inspect and maintain the solar system.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Despite the complexity of the penetrations and a tight summer timeline, the project was completed in just six weeks, thanks to careful sequencing and coordination between Four Seasons and Merrick&rsquo;s facilities team. It was a challenging installation, but a rewarding one. Not only can the Four Seasons team walk away proud of protecting a key community organization and helping them focus on their mission, but they also took home Duro-Last&#39;s 2025 Sustainability Award!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wczyJCtpCW0"><strong>Check out the award-winning project!</strong></a></p>

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<title>The Roofing Alliance announces 2026-27 leadership</title>
<link>https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/the-roofing-alliance-announces-2026-27-leadership</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 22:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  width='600' height='300'  loading='lazy' decoding='async' /><br><h2>This distinguished leadership group represents some of the industry&rsquo;s most respected and forward-thinking professionals, whose collective leadership continues to drive meaningful progress across the roofing industry.</h2>

<p>The Roofing Alliance proudly announces their Board of Trustees for 2026-2027. Sherri Miles of J.D. Miles &amp; Sons Inc., Chesapeake, Virginia, will serve as president and John Campbell of Eagle Roofing Products, Rialto, California will serve as vice president.</p>

<p>The volunteer-based leadership of the Roofing Alliance is composed of 210 dedicated, diverse and thoughtful roofing contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and distributors, service providers and industry professionals united in their commitment to shape, strengthen and advance the roofing industry. This distinguished leadership group represents some of the industry&rsquo;s most respected and forward-thinking professionals, whose collective leadership continues to drive meaningful progress across the roofing industry.</p>

<p>The Roofing Alliance thanks the following officers and trustees for their commitment to the roofing industry; terms are effective June 1, 2026 &ndash; May 31, 2027.</p>

<ul>
	<li>Sherri Miles, <em>J.D. Miles &amp; Sons Inc. </em>&ndash; p<strong>resident</strong></li>
	<li>John Campbell, <em>Eagle Roofing Products</em> &ndash; v<strong>ice president</strong></li>
	<li>Jason Dark, <em>Duro-Last Inc. </em>&ndash; secretary-treasurer</li>
	<li>Greg Hudson, <em>Duro-Last Inc. </em>&ndash; <strong>immediate past president</strong></li>
	<li>Piers Dormeyer, <em>EagleView</em> &ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>Heidi Ellsworth, <em>The Coffee Shops</em> &ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>Paige Harvill, <em>Nations Roof </em>&ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>Alex Hernandez, <em>Clark Roofing Co. </em>&ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>Beth Kegley, <em>QXO</em> &ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>Scott Keith, <em>Jobba Trade Technologies &nbsp;</em>&ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>John Kiesel, <em>Division 7 Roofing </em>&ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>Michael Kruger, <em>L.E. Schwartz &amp; Son Inc.</em> &ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>Craig Rainey, <em>Supreme Roofing </em>&ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>Natalia Rizzatti, <em>All Weather Insulated Panels </em>&ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>Jason Stanley, <em>IB Roof Systems</em> &ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
	<li>John Yuko, <em>GSM Roofing</em> &ndash; <strong>trustee</strong></li>
</ul>

<p><strong>About the Roofing Alliance</strong></p>

<p>The Roofing Alliance unites a powerful network of more than 210 forward-thinking industry leaders committed to advancing and shaping the future of the roofing industry. Through strategic investments, collaboration and industry partnerships, the Roofing Alliance funds high-impact initiatives focused on education, cutting-edge research, workforce development and philanthropic outreach that strengthens communities across the country. From supporting the next generation of roofing professionals through scholarships, university partnerships and career development programs to driving innovation through industry research its Center for Roofing Innovation and Leadership, the Roofing Alliance serves as a catalyst for long-term growth, leadership and excellence across the roofing industry. For more information, please contact Alison L. LaValley, Executive Director, at <a href="mailto:alavalley@nrca.net">alavalley@nrca.net</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>FRSA Expo returns with top-tier education and industry backing</title>
<link>https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/frsa-expo-returns-with-top-tier-education-and-industry-backing</link>
<description>frsa-expo-returns-with-top-tier-education-and-industry-backing</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  width='600' height='300'  loading='lazy' decoding='async' /><br><p>By Jenny Yu.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Contractors will gain practical insights from leading experts while connecting with top manufacturers and suppliers.&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/frsa">Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (FRSA)</a> is hosting its 104th Convention &amp; Expo from June 10-12, 2026, at the Gaylord Palms Resort &amp; Convention Center in in Kissimmee, Florida. With a strong lineup of sponsors and an educational program packed with timely topics, this year&rsquo;s event is set to provide contractors with practical insights and valuable networking opportunities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A wide range of industry leaders are lending their support for the event, underscoring its importance across the roofing and metal construction sectors. Platinum sponsors include <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/eagle-roofing-products">Eagle Roofing Products</a>, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/abc-supply-co-inc">ABC Supply</a> and <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/tamko">TAMKO&reg;</a>; while gold sponsors <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/certainteed">CertainTeed LLC</a>, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/polyglass-2">Polyglass</a> and <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/soprema-2">SOPREMA</a> further highlight the depth of industry participation. Additional support from emerald sponsor <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/adams-and-reese-llp">Adams &amp; Reese LLP</a>; sapphire sponsors <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/bitec-inc">BITEC</a>, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/drexelmetals">Drexel Metals</a>, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/metalforming-inc">MetalForming LLC</a> and <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/sika-corporation">Sika Corporation</a>; silver sponsor <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/srs-distribution-inc">SRS Building Products</a>; bronze sponsors <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/duro-last">Duro-Last&reg;</a>, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/ib-roof-systems">IB Roof Systems&trade;</a>, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/pac-clad-petersen">PAC-CLAD Petersen</a> and <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/roofhugger">Roof Hugger</a>; and affiliate sponsor, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/rcasf">Roofing Contractors Association of South Florida (RCASF)</a>, reinforce the event&rsquo;s focus on innovation, performance and contractor success.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Educational sessions&nbsp;</h3>

<p>Education remains the cornerstone of the convention, with sessions designed to address today&rsquo;s most pressing challenges in the industry while providing attendees with opportunities to earn CE credits. Legal and compliance topics are a hot topic with multiple sessions led by <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/trent-cotney-rcs-influencer">Trent Cotney</a>, RoofersCoffeeShop&reg; Influencer and partner at Adams &amp; Reese LLP, including:&nbsp;</p>

<ul>
	<li><strong>&ldquo;Building an OSHA Inspection SOP&rdquo;</strong> - Wednesday, June 10, 8:00 a.m.&nbsp;</li>
	<li><strong>&ldquo;Roofing Legal, Labor and Policy Trends&rdquo;</strong> - Wednesday, June 10, 12:30 p.m. and Friday, June 12, 7:00 a.m.&nbsp;</li>
	<li><strong>&ldquo;Artificial Intelligence in Roofing&rdquo;</strong> - Thursday, June 11, 7:00 a.m.&nbsp;</li>
	<li><strong>&ldquo;ICE Raids and I-9 Audit Defense&rdquo;</strong> - Thursday, June 11, 8:15 a.m. and Friday, June 12, 8:15 a.m.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

<p>These sessions will provide contractors with actionable guidance on navigating regulations, mitigating risk and adapting to emerging technologies.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Business operations are also a key focus. <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/john-kenney-speakers-bureau">John Kenney</a>, Influencer of The Coffee Shops&trade; and CEO of <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/cotney-consulting-group">Cotney Consulting Group</a>, will lead <strong>&ldquo;Estimating for Small Business&rdquo;</strong> on Wednesday, June 10, at 9:15 a.m. and Thursday, June 11, at 7:00 a.m., offering practical strategies to improve accuracy and profitability for contractors of all sizes. Meanwhile, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/chad-westbrook">Chad Westbrook</a>, founder of <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/service-alignment">Service Alignment</a>, will present <strong>&ldquo;Documenting a Roofing Project&rdquo;</strong> on Thursday, June 11, at 9:30 a.m. and Friday, June 12, at 7:00 a.m., helping attendees strengthen processes that support accountability, communication and long-term project success.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Additional sessions cover critical issues including Florida Building Code updates, metal roofing best practices and safety topics such as heat illness prevention. The <strong>&ldquo;<a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/nrca-career-and-technical-education-cte">SkillsUSA</a>: Build a Workforce Pipeline&rdquo;</strong> session on Thursday, June 11, at 9:30 a.m., will also highlight strategies for developing the next generation of roofers, a growing priority for contractors facing ongoing workforce shortages. Together, these seminars provide well-rounded education opportunities tailored to both roofing and sheet metal professionals.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://events.american-tradeshow.com/frsa2026"><strong>Register to reserve your spot and take full advantage of everything the 104th FRSA Convention &amp; Expo has to offer!</strong></a></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Duro-Last&apos;s 2025 Metal Roofing Awardee: Billmans Cool Roofing Co.</title>
<link>https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/post/duro-lasts-2025-metal-roofing-awardee-billmans-cool-roofing-co</link>
<description>duro-lasts-2025-metal-roofing-awardee-billmans-cool-roofing-co</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 09:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  width='600' height='300'  loading='lazy' decoding='async' /><br><p>By Emma Peterson.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>This award-winning project secured a long-term, high-performance roofing system for the U.S. Coast Guard&rsquo;s largest West Coast training center.&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Just an hour North of San Francisco, California sits <a href="https://www.visitpetaluma.com/">Petaluma</a>, a picturesque town nestled between the rolling hills of wine country and the majesty of the Pacific Ocean. And in addition to being home to more than <a href="https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/petalumacitycalifornia/PST045225">50,000 people</a>, Petaluma is the home of the Coast Guard&rsquo;s largest West Coast Training Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>At Training Center Petaluma, Coast Guard cadets are trained to grow into the &ldquo;<a href="https://www.forcecom.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/FORCECOM-UNITS/TraCen-Petaluma/">latest chefs, medics, storekeepers, yeoman, information systems technicians, electronics technicians and operations specialists</a>.&rdquo; Training Center Petaluma is also home of the Coast Guard Leadership Development Center&rsquo;s Chief Petty Officer Academy. With this amount of training and development occurring on site, it&rsquo;s crucial that the facility stays in top operational form, which was the priority of the Coast Guard when they started renovations of Bauer Building 544 in 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In fact, the performance of the building was so important, the Coast Guard reached out to <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/duro-last">Duro-Last</a> to run &ldquo;seam-strength and elongation testing under ASTM D751 to verify performance requirements.&rdquo; In response, Duro-Last sales representative Joe Bristow built a custom testing machine to evaluate on-site performance. He shared, &ldquo;I went back to my barn and built a machine to perform the test, and the Duro-Tuff membrane outperformed both the competing product and even its own published data. That machine is now on display at the Duro-Last facility in Grants Pass so other contractors can see what&rsquo;s possible.&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>With the performance of the roofing material proven, the project moved forward with Billmans Cool Roofing as the installer. Armando Saldana, co-owner of Billmans, recalled, &ldquo;We love challenges and this one pushed us on every level...It had everything working against it &mdash; limited access, multiple contractors, weather delays and three different metal radiuses.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Even with all those challenges, it only took 18 months for the Billmans team to complete the roof replacement. The process began with a tear-off to the original concrete deck. From there, crews installed primer, a vapor barrier, Duro-Guard insulation and a DensDeck Prime Roof Board. After all the was secured, the Duro-Tuff 60 mil membrane was adhered. And all of that work was just half of the project!&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the other half, the Billmans team had to install curved standing seam metal panels across multiple sloped roof sections. As Armando referenced, these panels also required three distinct radiuses &ndash; 4 feet, 6 feet and 9 feet. While it was certainly a challenge, the Billmans team rose to meet it, replacing the existing metal and insulation with Duro-Guard ISO, <a href="https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/directory/exceptional-metals">EXCEPTIONAL Metals</a> HT Underlayment and custom metal paneling.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After that was done, all that was left was to step back and admire the work. And the work was well worth admiring. Armando shared, &ldquo;This is a completely different building now. Everyone who works here loves how it looks and performs.&rdquo; And Billmans wasn&rsquo;t the only one proud of the results; the Duro-Last team was so impressed with the work they awarded the project their 2025 award for metal roofing!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnM8JbQmoaI"><strong>Do you want to see this project? Check out the video of the award-winning roof on Duro-Last&#39;s YouTube channel.</strong></a></p>

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