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Building a business around maintenance
By Dani Sheehan. KARNAK is helping move roof maintenance from a reactive service to a strategic growth driver for contractors. Across the industry, maintenance is creating new entry points into commercial roofing, strengthening relationships with building owners and helping contractors build more resilient, diversified businesses. This shift is being driven ...
Celebrating 75 years by looking forward
By Jenny Yu. With new plants, colors and sustainability programs, IKO Industries is laying out the groundwork for its next 75 years. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE), Karen Edwards of The Coffee Shops™ met with an all-star lineup of IKO Industries leaders to discuss the manufacturer’s newest ...
Why concrete roof tile stands out in modern roofing
By Jesse Sanchez. Concrete roof tiles deliver exceptional durability, energy efficiency and design flexibility for residential and commercial projects. Selecting a roofing material is one of the most consequential decisions in any residential or commercial project, shaping not only appearance but also long-term performance, maintenance requirements and operational costs. Among ...
Turn custom orders into custom gear
By Emma Peterson. You can turn material and product orders into custom tees, high-visibility shirts, hoodies and more for your crew. QXO is helping gear up your crew with this promotion! Between May 4, 2026, and July 2, 2026, you can earn gear with every U.S. purchase of CertainTeed, GAF, ...
Being the change in the coatings industry
By Jenny Yu. RCMA’s new membership program gives contractors the opportunity to expand their expertise, grow their business and contribute to the advancement of coatings in the marketplace. After dedicating over 10 years in the construction industry working for big firms, Jon Hudson and Brody Christenson realized it was ...
Hole saws deliver speed, precision and durability
By Jenny Yu. Malco’s new lineup of hole saws is engineered to improve cutting efficiency and durability across a wide range of jobsite materials. Trade professionals across HVAC and general construction sectors rely on durable, precise cutting tools to keep jobs moving. Malco Tools is answering that demand with its ...
The renaissance of roof coatings
By Emma Peterson. How roof coatings like IB Roof System’s acrylic and silicone products help contractors navigate labor, sustainability and economic trends. In today’s roofing market, there are three primary trends driving the demand for roofing solutions – labor, sustainability and economic instability. And in the face of these trends, ...
Best practices for attaching accessories to R-panel roofs
By Ali Turner, S-5! R-panels are a reliable, budget-friendly metal roofing choice — but how you attach accessories matters. R-panel is a durable and economical metal roofing profile commonly installed on commercial facilities, metal buildings, agricultural structures and barndominiums. However, as many roofing contractors have found when troubleshooting leaks or panel ...
Jobsite presentation turns protection into a lead engine
By Jesse Sanchez. A cleaner, more controlled jobsite can drive referrals, reduce risk and strengthen long-term profitability. In competitive roofing markets, access to higher-end neighborhoods is rarely secured through price alone. More often, it is earned through visibility when a single project reshapes how a contractor is perceived. That shift ...
One partner for the whole building envelope
By Jenny Yu. Carlisle Architectural Metals simplifies complex roofing projects with integrated systems and hands-on support across every stage of construction. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas, Lauren White of The Coffee Shops™ stopped by the Carlisle Architectural Metals (CAM) booth to learn about how the ...
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