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Being smart about Smartphones
By Tom Whitaker, RT3 Board Member. Software companies can provide contractors with incredible value but there’s one important element that is often overlooked that can derail any software implementation. When field personnel are not using adequate or properly managed mobile devices, or if the device that they carry is not up to ...
RoofersCoffeeShop.com Welcomes the Metal Roofing Alliance
The Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) is the leading voice for companies and professionals involved in the residential metal roofing industry. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business is pleased to welcome MRA, the leading voice for the metal roofing industry. The MRA is dedicated to ...
Tesla Patent for Colored Solar Tiles
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor The patent is for ‘Uniformly and Directionally Colored Photovoltaic Modules.” In the patent, they explain that traditionally the color of the panels is the natural color of the solar cells embedded inside, which is usually blue, dark blue or black. Most homeowners want to select the color ...
Want to use drones on the jobsite? Here’s what you need to know.
By Karen L. Edwards. More contractors are implementing the use of drones every day to monitor job progress, send job images and updates to the owner or manager and capture before and after photos from above. No longer considered a hobby or just a toy, drones are fast becoming an integral part ...
5 Reasons to Become a Beta Tester
Beta Testing - As a Beta Tester learn technology from the experts and help your business. By Heidi J. Ellsworth At RoofersCoffeeShop, we have the amazing opportunity to connect the roofing industry. Where the Industry Meets, is not just a tagline but what really happens every day on the Coffee Shop. We ...
RoofersCoffeeShop.com Welcomes TUBOS
TUBOS - prefabricated vent pipe extensions. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business is pleased to welcome TUBOS, Inc., the inventors of a patented plumbing vent pipe extension system. The TUBOS products increase the height of existing vent pipes to meet local building codes. TUBOS ...
Meet Chris Bell, the latest StealthBond® Pelican Cup Winner
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. After learning about StealthBond®, an adhesive-based metal roofing installation system, Chris is excited to install his first StealthBond® roof. After a little bit of phone tag (Chris is a busy guy), I was finally able to connect with Chris to learn more about him and his ...
RoofersCoffeeShop.com Welcomes STACK
STACK is a takeoff and estimating platform designed by contractors for contractors. RoofersCoffeeShop.com, the place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business is pleased to welcome STACK. With STACK, contractors can significantly reduce takeoff time, increase estimating accuracy, and bid & win more profitable work. STACK eliminates the need ...
RCS Roofing Influencer, Charles Antis is making some inspirational fashion statements
For Charles Antis, wardrobe serves a dual purpose. Charles Antis - Aside from a polished look, he’s after that second glance, a conversation starter he’ll use to recruit you for his latest passion project to make the world a better place. “I believe everything you do has a reaction, so ...
Top 5 Blogs on RCS for October 2018 – Culture, Building Science and Labor Study
By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. Check out what’s trending on RoofersCoffeeShop.com this past month. The labor shortage continues to be trending here at the Coffee Shop with CertainTeed’s low-slope roofing labor study landing solidly in our top 5 last month. GAF’s post on the top 5 issues facing building and roofing ...
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