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The property data holy grail arrives: Scope API 2.0 delivers full-structure measurements and property intelligence
Instant access to complete roof, siding, gutter, paint, concrete, insulation and blueprint measurements; project retail pricing; material lists; plus municipality contact information and tax rates; building codes; permits; zoning; weather history; and property-financial insights in one open API. Scope Technologies, the data-driven leader in aerial property measurements and construction intelligence, today ...
BITEC at 40: Celebrating a legacy of innovation, culture and contractor commitment
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Honoring 40 years of innovation, culture and contractor commitment. There are moments in this industry that feel personal. Milestones that are not just about years in business, but about relationships, resilience and the kind of leadership that shapes roofing for generations. Celebrating 40 years of BITEC® ...
Spotlight on Solar
By Emma Peterson. Learn how to expand your offerings to include solar with the support of ABC Supply Co., Inc. As energy-efficiency grows increasingly important to home and business owners, solar is becoming a more popular roofing accessory. Anthony Romero, the business development manager for the Central U.S. region at ...
Natural fiber, high impact
By Heidi J. Ellsworth. Sustainable ventilation meets code driven performance in 2026. A high-performance ridge vent made from natural fibers is redefining expectations for roof ventilation systems. In a market long dominated by synthetic plastics, Roof Saver Ridge Vent from Blocksom & Co. is proving that sustainability and durability can go hand ...
Stronger Spanish tile installs, stronger margins
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how Brava Roof Tile connects remote installation oversight with Q1 2026 Spanish tile incentives to protect quality, driving contractor growth. Installation quality is not defined at final inspection. It is defined in the moments when underlayments are fastened, flashings are set and critical transitions are sealed. ...
MuleHide expands edge metal offering
New Nailer-T and extruded fascia products deliver superior protection, design versatility, easy installation and good looks. The new Nailer-T wood nailer alternative and extruded fascia products from low-slope roofing manufacturer MuleHide are the protective, labor-saving finishing touches for virtually any low-slope roofing system. Nailer-T replaces nailers at the roof perimeter, increasing the ...
Color trends 2026: What contractors need to know
By Marco Industries. Industry color forecasts offer valuable insight into customer preferences and can help contractors position their offerings more effectively. Each year, design leaders unveil their picks for the colors expected to shape trends across industries, from fashion to construction. While the selection process may seem mysterious, the impact ...
Protection from the base up
By Dani Sheehan. There’s never been a better opportunity to see how the right foundation can elevate every project you take on. With a full lineup of roof underlayments and roof tile adhesives designed specifically for contractors, APOC is making it easier to build durable, high-performing systems while rewarding the ...
Nail your next asphalt job with the right pattern
By Lori Jerome, PABCO Roofing Products. Learn what a nailing pattern is and why it matters for asphalt shingle performance. On the surface, a nailing pattern for shingles is exactly what it sounds like – a pattern to follow for attaching a shingle to the roof using nails. Diving deeper ...
Delivering greater value to roofing and waterproofing contractors
By Dani Sheehan. Adhesive technologies like Polyset® are helping contractors meet evolving roofing demands without sacrificing performance, now with the backing of APOC®. Polyset® roofing adhesives earned their place on job sites by being faster, cleaner and more reliable products to secure tile and insulation without adding unnecessary penetrations or ...
