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New acrylic roof coatings offerings!
By Dani Sheehan. Contractors now have even more flexibility in selecting the best coating system for each unique project. In case you missed it, Progressive Materials (PM) launched their new line of acrylic roof products at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2025. PM has been a trusted leader in silicone roof coatings, ...
Set it and forget it with Tremco’s Willseal expansion joints
By Emma Peterson. We caught up with Tremco to hear all about their patented and innovative products at World of Concrete 2025. World of Concrete is the industry’s only annual international tradeshow dedicated to the concrete and masonry sectors. Their goal is to connect industry professionals with the information and opportunities that ...
Redefining jobsite cleanup with roofer-built solutions
By Emma Peterson. No matter the job, Equipter’s machines make cleanup fast and easy. Many people in the roofing industry are probably familiar with the Equipter 4000. If you haven’t heard of it, it is the towable and self-propelled debris container that incorporates a powerful scissor lift. With the capability of reaching ...
The small roofing upgrade that protects big investments
By Jesse Sanchez. This simple, often-missed roof feature plays a powerful role in preventing leaks and can boost savings. When it comes to roofing systems, most people focus on shingles, flashing or gutters. Few give a second thought to the small, often-invisible components guarding vulnerable spots — such as pipe collars from ...
Maintaining a roof for decades
By Emma Peterson. AlphaGuard BIO is a great option for an aging roof because, with proper maintenance, it can add 20 to 30 years onto the system’s lifespan. Just a couple of months ago, Josh Johnson and Seth Schmenk stopped by The Coffee Shops™ to talk about the AlphaGuard™ (AG) BIO roof ...
Secure, stable and out of sight: A smarter way to mount rooftop tech
By Jesse Sanchez. These innovative systems offer a secure, non-invasive way to mount rooftop tech — preserving roof integrity while meeting code and performance demands. In commercial construction, rooftop installations often present a tricky tradeoff: how to mount critical tech without compromising the roof. Anchor Products may have solved that dilemma with ...
Reinventing roofing sales
By Emma Peterson. Roof Scout debuts on the IRE stage with eCommerce innovation. One of the best parts of trade show season is getting to see all of our industry friends, both old and new. While at the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE), our editor Lauren White got the chance to catch ...
2025 is the year to get into synthetic roofing
By Dani Sheehan. For contractors looking to stay competitive without sacrificing quality, synthetic roofing is the smart, future-focused move. Metal roofing has gained popularity as a premium product offering durability, fire resistance and a high-end aesthetic for homeowners. But with the ever-changing economic landscape this year, many metal contractors may be feeling ...
Smart, stylish and built to last
By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Why metal roofs are the spring upgrade you didn’t know you needed. Spring isn’t just for cleaning anymore — it’s become the unofficial season of home transformation. As remodeling ramps up across the country, homeowners are skipping short-term fixes and investing in changes with real staying ...
A durable fix for a year-round roofing challenge
By Jesse Sanchez. With spring storms on the way, commercial roofers may want to act now before repairs get urgent. As spring arrives and commercial roofs across the country brace for volatile weather, building pros are looking for repair options that can withstand the unpredictable. CertainTeed®, a leading North American manufacturer of ...
