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Why homeowners are choosing synthetic cedar shake
By Emma Richardson. BRAVA’s synthetic cedar shake tiles deliver natural beauty, fire resistance and long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance. With natural colors and textures trending among homeowners, cedar shake is generating buzz as a roofing material that blends seamlessly into nature. However, with record wildfires in many states, ...
Why pure butyl matters beneath the roof
By Jesse Sanchez. Palisade® Butyl-HT PLUS combines high-temperature performance, fastener sealability and material compatibility to protect vulnerable areas of the roof. Shingles, tiles and metal panels may define a roof’s appearance, but Intertape Polymer Group (IPG) emphasizes that the underlayment beneath plays a critical role in protecting the home. Installed ...
A better inspection starts in the field
By Jesse Sanchez. Dataforma is reworking its inspection process to reduce field friction and strengthen the documentation that supports reports, recommendations and client communication. Roof inspections are the starting point for much of the work that follows, from documenting existing conditions to preparing client reports and identifying potential repairs. When ...
Fuel your business and get a chance to win an unforgettable getaway!
By Emma Peterson. QXO’s latest promotion rewards contractors with fuel incentives and the opportunity to win a personalized vacation package for simply doing business as usual. Want to get a chance to earn when you fuel up your vehicle? QXO’s Fuel the Journey promotion is helping you “put money back ...
The secret to managing commercial roofing projects
By Emma Peterson. Having the right commercial supplier is a gamechanger when it comes to avoiding costly delays and extended timelines. In the world of roofing and construction timing can make or break a project. Because if you have a subcrew scheduled, a crane booked, a building closed down and ...
Roofs that do it all
By Jesse Sanchez. With extreme weather becoming the norm, insurers and homeowners alike are turning to smarter solutions and stronger roofs. In an era of increasingly severe storms and unpredictable climate events, traditional roofing just doesn’t cut it anymore. That’s where the FORTIFIED Roof™ System steps in, not as a ...
Expanding ventilation solutions in roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. How one roofing ventilation manufacturer is strengthening industry partnerships while developing sustainable products to meet evolving market demands. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, leaders from Roof Saver shared how relationships, product performance and strategic innovation are helping the company navigate a roofing market ...
Choosing the right low-slope roof covering
By Jesse Sanchez. Built-up roofing, modified bitumen, single-ply membranes and fluid-applied systems each offer distinct advantages for low-slope roofing projects. Understanding how each component works together is key to selecting the right low-slope roofing system. MuleHide compares the assembly to an open-faced sandwich, with the roof deck serving as the ...
Get the look without the hassle
By Anna Lockhart. Standing seam metal roofing is all the rage but comes with a heavy cost. Central States says: what if you could get the look, for less? Metal roofing has continued to surge in popularity as homeowners have become aware of the benefits of choosing metal ...
Building trust and community on the RCAW show floor
By Emma Peterson. Tim Cossette shares insights into the value of RCAW, the power of networking and the importance of industry collaboration. A couple months ago, The Coffee Shops™ crew was at the Roofing Contractors Association of Washington (RCAW)’s 2026 trade show. This year’s show was bigger than ever, with ...
