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A simple fix for leaky pipe penetrations
By Jesse Sanchez. How this contractor-designed rubber pipe collar continues to solve a common roofing problem across new construction and repair projects. Live from the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, Karen Edwards welcomed Wil-Mar Products representatives Stuart Pendleton and Michael Bothman to The Coffee Shops™ Sound Stage sponsored ...
AI agents reshape workflow efficiency in commercial roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. A closer look at how automation tools are helping contractors scale operations without replacing the human element. As labor constraints tighten and project demands grow more complex, commercial roofing contractors are under increasing pressure to operate with greater precision and efficiency. In response, technology providers are introducing ...
New tools aim to simplify roofing jobs and cleanup
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how new roofing tools improve efficiency, reduce jobsite risks and streamline cleanup for contractors. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE), contractors gathered to explore solutions that address one of the industry’s most persistent challenges; balancing efficiency with jobsite safety and cleanliness. During a ...
Memberships made for you
By Emma Peterson. Exploring how IFD supports professionals worldwide with their different membership opportunities. The International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD) was designed to unite professionals from across the roofing industry to work together to “safeguard and support the common economic, business, technical, social, cultural and other professional interests ...
Technology is changing our world – and our industry
By Emma Peterson. How roofing supply partners like CDS are helping contractors adapt to a connected world with digital tools. We are currently in what some experts are calling “the digital age.” This era is characterized by the rapid development of technology-based tools that fundamentally change how we access information, ...
Preparing your roofing business for a stronger exit
By Jesse Sanchez. How early planning and strategic preparation can significantly increase business value when it’s time to sell. For roofing contractors, the strength of an exit often depends on the level of preparation done before a sale is even on the table. Many owners spend decades focused on production, ...
In wildfire zones, these roof systems outlast the competition
By The Coffee Shops™. Learn how metal roofing systems meet the strictest codes to protect properties in fire-prone areas. Wildfire risk is reshaping roofing requirements across large portions of the country, especially in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) areas where homes border natural vegetation. In a document titled “Metal Roofing in ...
How concrete roof tile improves energy efficiency
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how reflectivity and thermal mass work together to reduce energy use and stabilize indoor temperatures. As energy costs continue to climb and performance standards evolve, roofing systems are increasingly evaluated by how effectively they manage heat. For contractors and building owners, that shift is placing greater ...
Streamlining rooftop repair work
By Jesse Sanchez. Battery-powered heat guns are helping contractors complete repairs more efficiently by eliminating the need for rooftop power access. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, a common jobsite constraint came into focus: access to power. For contractors performing service and repair work, particularly on roofs ...
Planning for growth amid change at IRE 2026
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how contractors are using planning and communication to navigate labor pressures and position for growth in 2026. Labor challenges are not new to roofing, but the stakes surrounding them continue to rise. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE), contractors and industry partners acknowledged that workforce constraints ...
