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The Most Sophisticated Tool for Roofing Estimation

May 26, 2023 at 6:00 a.m.

By Cayden Wemple. Sherwin-Williams has partnered with EagleView to create Roofing Passport; the most advanced roofing estimator on the market. The days of legal pads and “analog” estimating are over, and tools like the Roofing Passport are increasing in popularity practically daily. In the first-ever episode of MetalCast, Heidi ...

Celebrating 20 Years of Metal Depots in Waller, Texas!

May 22, 2023 at 6:00 a.m.

By Anna Lockhart. Metal Depots hosted a community barbeque in celebration of the 20th anniversary of their location in Waller, Texas! In 2003, Metal Depots opened their doors to the small community of Waller, Texas. A town with a population of just under 3,000, the town is a tightknit ...

ToolBelt is a Fast and Easy Way for Tradespeople to Book Reliable Jobs

May 21, 2023 at 6:00 a.m.

By Anna Lockhart. Looking for reliable workers in the roofing industry but reluctant to go back to the typical sites? ToolBelt offers users a direct line of communication to get jobs filled quickly. ToolBelt is a digital platform and mobile app that allows contractors to connect with other ...

Exterior Design Choices to Complement Metal Roofing

May 17, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.

By Anna Lockhart. Metal roofing can change the look of a building and elevate its design to a more modern style. Learn about the most popular design choices. Metal roofing has quickly grown as a popular choice for residential builds and reroofing projects across the country. With a growth ...

Flascho Shows Off Exciting New Line at IRE

May 14, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

By Cayden Wemple. Stay safe on the roof with these new safety enforcing products from Flashco. The roofing industry is always looking to promote and enforce safety in any way that we can. These new safety products from Flascho are innovative and set to increase safety in work ...

Why You Should Join the Metal Roofing Alliance

May 13, 2023 at 3:00 a.m.

By Cayden Wemple. Hear Renee Ramey of the Metal Roofing Alliance discuss why becoming a member is crucial to contractors. Joining the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) can be an amazing resource for metal contractors to get their name out there in the industry, learn what’s new in metal ...

What Makes A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply Unique?

May 10, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.

By Anna Lockhart. At this year’s IRE, the Coffee Shop’s Lauren White caught up with Michael Polizzi to discuss what sets A.C.T. apart from others in the industry! Every year, companies and individuals in the roofing industry from across the globe come together to celebrate the latest and ...

Roof Ventilation is Key in Preventing Water Damage!

May 8, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.

By Anna Lockhart. Proper roof ventilation is incredibly important in preventing dampness and the damage it can cause over time. As it becomes more common for homeowners and building owners to seek better insulation for their buildings as a way to lower energy consumption, the need for proper ventilation ...

RCS at Roofing Day!

May 5, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

By James Ellsworth. A recap of great conversations and initiatives at Roofing Day in D.C. 2023. We had a great time in Washington, D.C. April 18-19 talking with our representatives and their staff about the roofing industry and the importance of addressing the labor shortage, continuing to invest in building ...