Expert Conversations
How integrated data and field tools are changing the game
By Jesse Sanchez. By moving to ServiceTitan, WeatherPro Exteriors boosted accountability, empowered field teams and turned call data into a strategic asset. In this episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, WeatherPro Exteriors’ VP of Marketing and Innovation, Andrew Mussio, shared what really changes when a roofing contractor shifts from ...
Inside the 2026 SprayFoam Convention and Expo
By Emma Peterson. Learn how SPFA is bringing the global spray foam industry together for education, networking and more this March! In a new episode of CoatingsCast™, Megan Ellsworth had the chance to interview Lisa Smith, the director of member engagement for the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), about ...
The state of roofing recruitment and retention
By Emma Peterson. Dive into the roles competitive benefits and company culture play in building your workforce. We might only be a month or so into 2026, but it has become clear that the labor challenges that have impacted the industry for decades are not disappearing any time soon. To ...
A better way to lay new metal on old steel
By Jesse Sanchez. A company built on a dedication to quality and craftsmanship finds new ways to make old metal buildings feel safe again. As shared on this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Dale Nelson, founder and president of Roof Hugger, joined vice president D.J. Highnote to discuss how a ...
Inspiring tomorrow’s roofers, honoring today’s
By Emma Peterson. How Donovan Morgan brings together roofing history and future talent at the Roof Museum. In recent years, the roofing industry and other related trades have been eager for new blood to enter the profession. We’ve been reading headlines about labor shortages for a decade now. In response ...
Continuing a legacy of inclusive leadership
By Jenny Yu. Learn how leaders of the Roofing Alliance work together to embrace different perspectives while achieving common goals. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth spoke with Greg Hudson, the newly elected president of the Roofing Alliance, and Alison LaValley, the executive director of the ...
Equipment rentals that save contractors time and energy
By Jenny Yu. Equipter’s drivable debris containers are available for rent and purchase across the United States. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards spoke with Sam Beiler of Equipter and Phil Frid of Micro Rentals about how rental providers are spreading the word about ...
Cool metal roofs: Where efficiency meets durability
By Emma Peterson. Discover why metal roofing is leading the market when it comes to cool roofing solutions. Finding success in a competitive industry like roofing is all about differentiating yourself and knowing what your customers want. And right now, some of the primary concerns for home and business ...
Immigration, roofing and the power of industry associations
By Emma Peterson. Learn how roofing associations are able to strengthen the industry by uniting our voices. Looking at the news today, it is impossible to ignore the continuous fluctuation of immigration policies in the United States. This nebulous environment has had a devastating impact on the roofing and construction ...
Expanding solutions for the right roof
By Jesse Sanchez. IB Roof Systems adds TPO to better align product selection with building type and market demand. As commercial roofing demands continue to diversify, manufacturers are reassessing how well their product portfolios reflect the realities contractors face in the field. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi ...
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