Not your typical baker’s dozen: 13 gifts for roofing contractors this holiday season

By Dani Sheehan. 

Our partners offer amazing products and services! Find inspiration for everyone on your list or use it as an excuse to try out a new product yourself. 

We all have that one family member, friend or coworker who’s impossible to shop for! Consider adding one or more of these ideas as stocking stuffers or spoil yourself with a new addition to the toolbelt. No matter what you choose, you can’t go wrong with these incredible products and services from our RoofersCoffeeShop® community. 

RoofersCoffeeShop 

R-Club membership: Join a community built just for you! Get 50% off your annual membership when you become an R-Club member by entering code BLACKFRIDAY. (That’s a $250 value!) Your membership dues will get you added to the RoofersCoffeeShop and AskARoofer interactive directories, provide engagement and article opportunities targeted specifically to homeowners or other contractors, exclusive trainings from industry experts, benefits and perks from RCS advertisers and partners and so much more!  

Classified ads: Need some help advertising a product or service? You already know that RoofersCoffeeShop is the place where the industry meets for roofing professionals to share ideas, tell stories, conduct research, sell items, find items and get help. Let us help you by posting a classified ad and you can get 50% off this holiday season! The code will be automatically applied to your cart when you start your posting here or enter the code BLACKFRIDAYAD at checkout. 

Watts Removal Products  

CLEANSWEEP® Wipes: Whether it’s on the job site or just around the house, CLEANSWEEP Wipes by Watts Removal Products make it easy to wipe away unsightly markings without damaging the surface! Each wipe is individually sealed for low-cost, no-waste single use applications, making it a perfect addition to your travel bag, toolbox or the glove compartment of your truck. Purchase CLEANSWEEP Wipes today! 

Metal Maintenance kit: Everything you need for removal and maintenance in one kit! With a range of removal products included, this is a must-have for roofing contractors. For use on metal, painted surfaces, plastic and acrylics, these products remove graffiti, rust stains, paint overspray, adhesives and more. Reduce your callbacks by fixing oopsies on the spot and leave your customers glowing over their new roof. Buy the sample kit to try out their full range of products! 

Geocel 

Phantom™ Metal Roof Sealant: Save time and money with this translucent sealant! Offering six translucent, customizable colors, you can blend with any surface without worrying about taking away from the panel color. For use on most common building substrates, it’s the one-sealant-fits-all for every roofing project. Learn more about Phantom’s features and order a cartridge to make every project shine. 

Malco Products 

Modular metal benders: These metal benders by Malco Products make it easy to form 0-100° bends on straight or curved panels of any length on the spot! No more waiting on wholesale rollformers. With five single-station models to choose from, you can customize the tool to match your unique project needs. They’re built with premium CNC aluminum and stainless-steel components for more durability and stability, allowing a more precise and high-quality bend. Pair it with other Malco products for even more customization and start bending better! 

SteelGrip SAMM, Inc. 

Safety assist magnetic mats (SAMM): Protect yourself and your crew from costly injuries or unexpected medical expenses by investing in SteelGrip SAMM® magnetic mats for safer footing! Not only are they lightweight and easy to use, but they provide secure footing on a sloped roof, keeping tools and equipment within reach. Increase your productivity, save time and reduce liability costs – your crew will thank you! This is a must-have for your toolbox. 

Cougar Paws Inc. 

The Steel Walker II: New to the RoofersCoffeeShop community, Cougar Paws Inc. offers boots so unique, they’re patented! Their newest leather boot is lined with a moisture-wicking material and triple-ply cushioning to keep your feet cool and comfortable all day long! With powerful magnets and enhanced tread design, you’ll have maximum grip while you’re working on sloped surfaces. Ultra strong and ultra durable, this tool provides traction and foot protection to help you safely navigate the jobsite. Purchase the best boot for steel surfaces or browse their website to find the right shoe for your next job. 

The RIDGEPRO® 

The RIDGEPRO safety device: Safety is of the utmost concern when you’re working on a steep-slope roof! Stay safer on roofs when you use this premium device, specifically designed with roofers in mind. An adjustable roofing anchor system, the RIDGEPRO helps reduce the risk of falls and minimize accidents on jobsites. Trust the RIDGEPRO to safely ascend and descend every steep-slope roof! 

Wil-Mar Products Inc. 

THE PIPE COLLAR: A product tried and true in the roofing community, you’ll eliminate the need for tape or mastic and stop calling on customers with leaks around pipes. Pipe collars from Wil-Mar Products are made from a special EPDM rubber to provide waterproof counterflashing over the vent pipe and are warranted to last as long as any of the roofing systems being offered today. Buy a whole case and eliminate the problem that exists when sealing a vent pipe to a roofing flashing. 

TUBOS® 

TUBOS prefabricated plumbing vent pipe extensions: Have you tried the fastest, cheapest and strongest method for extending your roof pipes? If not, get your TUBOS prefabricated plumbing vent pipe extension and see the difference it makes – they guarantee it! It’s easy to use and can be installed at any location where the plumbing vent pipe height is above the existing level of the roofing system and does not comply with applicable building code minimum requirements. And each TUBOS can be used for two installations! Get your projects finished quickly with no fabrication time and minimal installation labor when you have TUBOS vent pipe extensions on hand. 

Centerpoint Connect 

Project Management and Production Guide: 65 pages of project management and production tips, and you can access it all for free! Download this ultimate guide and give a copy to the roofing contractor in your family or keep it all for yourself and start growing your business. The manual highlights everything you need to maximize your processes and productivity. Then, contact Centerpoint Connect for a free demo and add their roofing CRM to your technology stack! Successfully manage every project from start to finish with this incredible eBook. 

Sheridan Metal Resources LLC. 

Sheridan Metal Resource tools: Metal roofing is a craft and it’s important to have the right tools to get the job done! With Sheridan Metal Resources, you aren’t just buying tools, you’re investing in training and knowledge to improve your skill set and perform jobs more efficiently and effectively. Find the right snips for your unique project or invest in the most accurate and reliable sheet metal seaming tools in the roofing industry. Check out their online store and know that when you buy metal roofing and cladding tools, you’re also buying processes. 

International Roofing Expo® 

Expo passes: The International Roofing Expo (IRE) is just around the corner! Held at the Las Vegas Convention Center on February 6-8, 2024, this is a great tradeshow for any commercial or residential contractor to discover new products, learn about the latest trends and network with other professionals in the industry. Whether it’s your first time attending or your 20th, you’ll learn something new and be satisfied with your decision to attend. Buy an expo pass or get the entire experience and go for the conference pass! Get registered early to take advantage of early bird pricing.