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Why metal-over-metal roof retrofits are gaining attention
By Jesse Sanchez. Metal-over-metal retrofit systems help address aging roofs while meeting modern structural and code requirements. Across the United States, a large portion of installed metal roofs are growing closer to the end of their service lives. Data compiled from the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) shows that ...
AI smart templates
By Roof Hub. Go from searching to anticipating with this tool. Construction has always run on shorthand. Ask ten contractors what a “turtle vent” is, and you’ll get different answers. The same goes for “dimensional,” “to match” or “white caulk.” Roofing isn’t built around perfect terminology…It’s built around speed, experience and ...
Why roof slope matters in commercial roofing design
By The Coffee Shops™. Proper slope design helps improve drainage, energy efficiency and long-term roof performance. In the article “Understanding the Maximum Slope of Commercial Roofing Systems With Polyiso Insulation Products,” Hunter Panels highlights how roof slope design impacts drainage, system performance and long-term durability in commercial roofing applications. For ...
Elevate introduces LEED v5 Credit Guide to help design teams navigate updated certification requirements
New resource outlines how roofing systems influence carbon reduction, energy performance, resilience and other key LEED v5 priorities. Elevate™, a premier brand of commercial roofing systems and part of the Amrize family of brands, has released a LEED v5 Credit Guide, among the first roofing-specific resources to help architects, designers and ...
Refined ruggedness, cool elegance
By Jenny Yu. Western States Metal Roofing showcases popular architectural finishes with Corten and Charcoal Gray. As a leading manufacturer of metal roofing materials, Western States Metal Roofing (WSMR) centers its product design and engineering to meet and anticipate consumer trends. Two standout finishes that the company highlighted in a ...
Sprayable repair, cleaner application
By Jesse Sanchez. UNIFLEX™ One Flash Sprayable Roof Repair gives contractors a flexible flashing-grade sealant option designed to help speed roof repair work with less mess. Roof repairs often come down to performance, efficiency and ease of application. With UNIFLEX™ One Flash Sprayable Roof Repair from Sherwin-Williams Roofing Solutions, contractors ...
Lee Ann Slattery takes the helm at MCA
By Emma Peterson. Learn how she and the MCA team are advocating for the industry amid a complex business landscape. Recently, Lee Ann Slattery of ATAS was welcomed as the first female chair holder in the Metal Construction Association (MCA)’s history. Lee Ann brings over two decades of industry experience ...
Polymer-modified asphalt redefines shingle performance
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how rubberized asphalt technology improves durability, flexibility and sustainability in roofing systems. Roof performance begins long before the first shingle is installed. It begins at the material level, where the ability to withstand impact, temperature swings and long-term exposure determines how a system performs over time. ...
Meet OSHA standards with the right roofing equipment
By Jenny Yu. Proactive debris management strategies help contractors meet compliance requirements while boosting productivity. Roofing contractors are facing increased pressure to meet evolving safety regulations as enforcement from Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) continues to intensify. According to Equipter, compliance today goes far beyond hard hats and ...
The case for roof restoration
By Emma Peterson. APOC’s latest study quantifies the performance and profitability of roof restoration projects. In May of 2026, APOC, a leading liquid-applied roof restoration manufacturer and a member of ICP Building Solutions Group, released a new benchmark study all about the performance and profitability of roof restoration projects. ...
