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The Solar Market Is Hot: A Primer For Solar System Roof Installation
(Image courtesy of McElroy Metal) As the first state in the nation to require all new homes to have solar power beginning in 2020, there’s no doubt that California’s recent decision is causing interest in residential solar systems to soar. California’s leadership is a giant step forward to bring solar power into ...
Are You Listening to your Customers? You may need to be Diversifying your Business.
By Heidi J. Ellsworth, RCS Partner. Contractors should really consider the changing markets and think about offering more or different products and services in 2019. I had the pleasure of attending the 2018 METALCON Conference in Charlotte, NC. A great show and a great chance for me to really visit with ...
Metal Roofing Alliance predicts uptick in demand for metal roofing, driven by California’s new residential solar requirements
By Metal Roofing Alliance. The state’s solar power mandate causes U.S. builders, homeowners to think twice about their roofs. (Image courtesy of McElroy Metal) As the first state in the nation to require all new homes to have solar power, California’s recent decision may result in a dramatic shift in the ...
MRA names top color trends for 2019
Nostalgia, tradition and a connection to the past reflect the subdued mood of homeowners this year. Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2019 is “Living Coral,” a bright, exceedingly perky pinkish shade, but it’s a contrasting story for homeowners this year, according to the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA). With more color options ...
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 ...
Ice Dams Cometh: MRA Advises Homeowners on How to Avoid Costly Winter Damage
As Below-Zero Temperatures Strike, Leading Industry Alliance Says Rooftop Readiness Is Essential Baby, it’s cold outside and while up on the rooftop the reindeer may paw, if the home has ice dams, it could lead to unpleasant surprises this winter. Winter rooftop ice dams can cause major damage, wreak havoc on roof ...
MRA Issues Repair and Rebuilding Warning in Hurricane Aftermath
Quality metal roofs offer top protection in severe weather, if homeowners do their homework The recovery effort from the damage caused by Hurricane Michael and Florence is sure to be a long, difficult road for many homeowners seeking to repair or rebuild. Unfortunately, the challenge can be made that much harder by ...
Metal Roofing Alliance Project Profile: Shining a Spotlight on Solar Style
Stone coated steel a bright idea for rooftop solar system project in Huntington Beach. Thanks to their longevity, strength and exceptional durability, there’s no doubt that metal roofs are an excellent choice when it comes to residential rooftop solar systems. Yet many homeowners still think of standing seam styles as their ...
MRA Searches for Top Survivor Home of 2018
Contest spotlights how climate extremes tested homeowners’ mettle (and metal roofs) this year. Hurricanes, wildfires, massive hail storms, snow, ice, wind and more: for plenty of U.S. and Canadian homeowners, 2018 brought it all. Now, the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) is seeking stories from homeowners with metal roofs who survived Mother Nature’s ...
Living in the Danger Zone: MRA Cites Rising Interest in Wildfire Protection Building and Remodeling Practices
By Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA). After a disastrous fire season, the MRA is reporting greater interest from homeowners in how to prepare and make their homes “ignition resistant,” especially in western regions. Even homeowners who never thought they would be impacted by wildfire danger are recognizing that climate change is making blazes ...
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