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Why purlins and subpurlins matter in metal retrofit design
By Jesse Sanchez. Understanding framing, load paths and real-world testing helps ensure your project is a code-compliant and durable metal-over-metal retrofit. When an existing metal roof reaches the end of its service life, retrofitting is often the easiest, least invasive and most cost-effective replacement strategy. Companies such as Roof Hugger ...
What is tapered roof insulation?
By IKO Industries. Understanding how tapered insulation supports drainage and durability is key for designing long-lasting low-slope roofs. Every high-performing roofing system starts with a well-designed foundation, which includes durable insulation. In commercial construction, especially when working with low-slope or flat roofs, the right combination of tapered roof insulation and ...
Whole-home resilience takes center stage at IBS
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how integrated roofing, siding and solar solutions help contractors deliver durability, energy efficiency and design flexibility. At the International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Orlando, Florida, resilience emerged as a defining theme across the show floor. As contractors respond to more severe weather, rising homeowner expectations and ...
Stop starting from scratch — The proposal vault is open
By Roofing Business Partner. The Vault is a curated collection of over 300 professionally designed proposal templates built specifically for roofing contractors. Every roofer knows the feeling. You win a lead, schedule the estimate, nail the walkthrough — and then you sit down to write the proposal and stare at a blank ...
Skylights evolve with automation and daylighting demand
By Jesse Sanchez. Industry leaders discuss how daylighting, ventilation and smart skylight technology are reshaping roofing opportunities. Demand for daylighting solutions is expanding across both commercial and residential construction as building owners prioritize healthier indoor environments and improved energy performance. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, leaders ...
Why packaging matters more than you think
By Everlast Roofing. Materials that arrive in excellent condition help crews stay efficient. When contractors think about metal roofing quality, the conversation usually centers on steel gauge, coatings or panel design. But there’s another factor that plays a big role in how materials perform on the jobsite — packaging. ...
Traffic coating upgrade transforms medical center’s walkways
By Gaco. The project showcases how the right coating system can enhance safety while minimizing operational disruption in demanding urban settings. When protective coatings begin to fail, even routine foot and vehicle traffic can create serious safety and maintenance challenges for property owners. That was the case at Montefiore Hutchinson ...
New color options expand design possibilities for asphalt shingles
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how a new color collection and proven technologies give homeowners and contractors more design flexibility with Timberline HDZ® shingles. The Timberline HDZ® shingle continues to anchor the GAF residential roofing portfolio as its best-selling product, reflecting the company’s ongoing emphasis on both visual design and ...
90-day sale on Dark Bronze Snow Fence products by Rocky Mountain Snow Guards
This is a great opportunity to stock up and save! Rocky Mountain Snow Guards has launched a remarkable sale on many of its Dark Bronze Snow Fence products starting April 1, 2026, and running through June 30, 2026. Product pricing for contractors is reduced as much as 55% on some popular ...
Color changes signal shift toward modern architectural finishes
By The Coffee Shops™. AEP Span’s new Natural Matte® colors are replacing legacy options to align with current design trends. AEP Span is updating its product line to align with evolving architectural preferences while maintaining supply consistency, announcing upcoming changes to its standard color lineup. Effective May 1, 2026, ...
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