IKO Industries
The ins and outs of roof valleys
By IKO. Properly installed roof valleys are crucial for a roof’s longevity. Understand the different installation methods for your next roofing project. Editor's note: Present this guide to roof valleys to any customer who wants more information about the installation process. Achieving a smooth intersection of shingles at the ...
Chimney flashing, cool roofs, comedy and more!
By Dani Sheehan. Celebrate the top content from 2023 and see what topics are top of mind for home and building owners like you! When you have questions, we find the answers! No matter the topic, we strive to connect roofing contractors with homeowners and building owners to provide education ...
IKO Announces Brantford Manufacturing Facility
The new insulation plant is expected to open in 2025. IKO, a global industry leader in the roofing, waterproofing and insulation industry, today announced that it is planning to construct a new manufacturing facility in Brantford, Ontario. The new $45 million site will manufacture extruded polystyrene (XPS) insulation, will employ about 30 ...
Check out the 10 top articles of 2023
By Emma Peterson. Here are our top articles of the year, as determined by what you kept reading! 2023 has been quite the year for everyone, and here at AskARoofer, checking out the amazing articles from our industry partners and Coffee Shop crew is one of the best ways to ...
Top RCS articles of 2023
By Emma Peterson. From new products and changing energy codes, to ice dams and giving back, here are the top ten articles of the year, based on what resonated most with our RCS readers. 2023 was a big year for the Coffee Shops. Our sister-site MetalCoffeeShop® celebrated its one-year anniversary ...
Professional backing: Contractors stand behind this manufacturer’s products
By Dani Sheehan. See why roofing professionals love IKO products and how you can find the right solution for your next roof. Whether you’re a homeowner or a building owner, choosing the right products is as important as choosing the right contractor for your roofing project. Oftentimes, contractors work with ...
Raving reviews from the expo floor!
By Dani Sheehan. See why customers love IKO products and how you can get the inside scoop on advancements in the industry when you attend IRE 2024. With the 2024 International Roofing Expo (IRE) just a few months away, hopefully you’re planning to register and start making arrangements for your ...
Form and function: Why curb appeal matters for your home
By Dani Sheehan. In this exciting episode of the AskARoofer podcast, take a deep dive into the aesthetics of your roof and why beauty might matter more than you think. In the most recent episode of the AskARoofer podcast, Megan Ellsworth and Lauren White sit down with Jack Gottesman of ...
Elevating Curb Appeal from the Top Down - PODCAST TRANSCRIPTION
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Chad Roland with RTM Roofing and Jack Gottesman with IKO. You can read the interview below or listen to the podcast. Megan Ellsworth: Hello, everyone. My name's Megan. Lauren White: And I'm Lauren. Megan Ellsworth: And this is the Ask ...
Protect Every Roof Feature From Water Leaks
By IKO Industries. Roof flashing is the best protection against water seeping into the roof deck and damaging your home. Understand why it’s important and mitigate the risk of water damage to your roof. Roof flashing is a thin metal used to direct water away from parts of the roof, ...
