Roof Hugger

Retrofits for aging metal roofs

October 28, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. Exploring retrofit solutions for extending the life of metal roofs and ensuring structural compliance. In Comparison of Retrofit Systems Over Existing Metal Roofs, Brian Gardiner from BMG Enterprises, LLC offers a thorough independent 3rd party analysis of retrofitting options for aging metal roofs, focusing on the ...

What's best for your metal roof?

September 13, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By Roof Hugger. Understanding the true cost of your roofing decision. When it comes to extending the life of your metal roof, the choice between applying a coating and opting for a retrofit metal roof can make all the difference. While coatings might seem like a quick fix, the reality ...

The eco-friendly roofing solution

August 20, 2024 at 12:00 a.m.

By Roof Hugger. How metal over metal retrofits benefit your clients and the planet. In today's world, environmental stewardship is more crucial than ever. With mounting emphasis on reducing carbon emissions, enhancing recycling eﬀorts and minimizing energy consumption, it's vital to reﬂect on how the choices we make can contribute ...

Taking an idea to an industry standard in three decades

August 4, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

By Dale Nelson, Roof Hugger. Partners pioneered a metal roofing retrofit system to rejuvenate aged structures, sparking a journey of innovation and rigorous testing that set industry standards and continues to evolve today. A revolution began in the metal roofing industry with the inception of Roof Hugger — a company ...

All parts must work together for a strong roofing system

May 26, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.

By Roof Hugger. Every detail in a roofing system contributes to its overall strength and longevity. We heard from a client that a competitor in the industry was saying their sub-purlins were stronger than ours here at Roof Hugger. This was mainly due to their "U" shape design, which incorporated ...

MCA Announces New Board Members

February 16, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.

The Metal Construction Association (MCA) is proud to welcome three new members to its Board of Directors. The new members are D.J. Highnote, product advisor/vice president at Roof Hugger, RC Antal, director of insulated metal panels at ATAS International and Jules Dekovics, national sales manager at Exceptional Metals. They join current directors ...

Don’t miss these building clinics at IRE

February 1, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

By Lauren White. Building clinics are your chance to see live demos from industry experts about metal roofing, exteriors, single-ply roofing and more! We are just days away from the International Roofing Expo (IRE) 2024! As you’re planning your time on the tradeshow floor, make sure you schedule time to ...

MCA teaming up with Roof Hugger, McElroy Metal for IRE presentation

January 30, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

A lifetime of metal construction expertise takes center stage at IRE. Experts from Roof Hugger and McElroy Metal will be presenting “Retrofit with Metal Systems” on the opening day and the last day of the International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas. DJ Highnote of Roof Hugger and Charlie Smith of McElroy Metal ...

Roof Hugger METALCON 2023 Interview article

Roof Hugger unveils reinforced hugger, paving the way for enhanced uplift values

January 3, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

Representatives from Roof Hugger shared their latest innovation, the reinforced sub-purlin. In an interview at METALCON, representatives from Roof Hugger shared insights into the success of their exhibit and the groundbreaking product they showcased there. Reflecting on the show, D.J. Highnote, product advisor and vice president of Roof Hugger, expressed ...