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Why multi-ply roofing is in the spotlight
By Jesse Sanchez. Industry veteran says long-term performance is driving modified bitumen's renewed appeal. Real-world performance and long-term durability are bringing multi-ply and hybrid roofing systems back into the spotlight, according to BITEC’s Vice President of Sales, Shane Millwood. Speaking on this Roofing Road Trips® podcast, Shane offered an inside ...
Get on the roof with Heidi J. Ellsworth and Jan Bagnall
By Emma Peterson. You don’t want to miss this special CoatingsTalk where our crew will be coming to you LIVE from the roof with Pli-Dek! Mark your calendar for August 13, 2025, 9:00 a.m. PT (12:00 p.m. ET) because we are bringing you onto the roof with a special CoatingsTalk! ...
The value of strong supplier relationships
By Jenny Yu. Three qualities to seek in an equipment partner. In a recent RoofersCoffeeShop® Lunch & Learn, Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with Stephen Gosk from MetalForming, LLC, to discuss the top considerations when choosing an equipment partner. As the MetalForming’s president and CEO, Stephen brings over 40 years ...
Two and a half years in and still standing strong
By Emma Peterson. Industry expert shares how installing Unified Steel products helped keep his home secure. When it comes to finding a durable and high-performance roofing product, getting actual homeowner feedback compared to only seeing a sales sheer makes all the difference. In fact, customer testimonials can tell you ...
Compact power, big impact
By Jesse Sanchez. A lightweight crane with medieval roots is changing how U.S. roofers do business. From the historic rooftops of Williamsburg, Virginia, to the snow-covered plazas of Keystone, Colorado, a compact piece of European engineering is quietly reshaping the way roofing gets done in America. At the Carolina Roofing ...
Building better roofs starts from within
By Jesse Sanchez. Why self-development is the next frontier in roofing leadership. At ServiceCon 2025, amid panels on service growth and operational strategy, a powerful theme emerged: the most important changes in the roofing industry start with the people leading it. This idea took center stage during the live recording ...
Contractor feedback drives product innovation
By Jesse Sanchez. This roofing solution reflects a broader shift toward listening, adapting and evolving with industry demands. BITEC® is making waves with its update to the Imperflex™ line by listening closely to contractors and adapting to meet their needs. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips® hosted by Karen ...
Smart skylights that breathe
By Jesse Sanchez. Find out how automated skylight systems are changing indoor air quality and occupant wellness for the better. For commercial contractors eyeing the next frontier of building innovation, skylights may not seem like an obvious place to look. But according to Joan Schaefer of VELUX Commercial, smart skylight ...
Why every roofing contractor needs a tech stack
By Jesse Sanchez. A contractor's tech stack may be more advanced than they realize, here's what it means and why it matters. In the world of roofing and construction, “tech stack” might sound like just another buzzword. But according to Dave Chapman, a 22-year veteran of Estimating Edge, it’s a ...
Comienza en la industria del techado sin experiencia
Por Jessica Bravo. Descubre cómo “¿Por Qué el Techado?” de Tremco WTI está creando oportunidades para muchos. En este episodio de La Voz de los Ruferos, Jessica Bravo conversa con Lorna Rojas de Tremco WTI sobre el poder de las carreras en la industria del techado y cómo el movimiento ...
