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new president

What President Trump Means for Labor and Employment in Roofing

Change is coming, but employers should know that moves from the Trump administration may not be immediate.
Richard Alaniz
January 1, 2017
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With the election of Donald Trump as the 45th president of the United States, the business community can almost certainly look forward to a new era.
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sustainable roofing

The Sustainable State of the Roofing Industry

In roofing it’s easy to focus on the day-to-day issues and miss the gradual changes that shape our industry.
Jim Hoff
January 1, 2017
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Changes related to sustainability have been substantial over the past decade. In less than ten years, we’ve witnessed the introduction of many new products and technologies.
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Integrating New Hires

Integrating New Hires at Your Roofing Company

The job market is competitive — it’s important to establish an environment where new employees can succeed.
Monroe Porter
January 1, 2017
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It's difficult to find a roofing contractor who doesn't moan and groan about the shortage of good, qualified workers.
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Not Your 'Average Joe'

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
January 1, 2017
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Not too long ago, I received a call from Joe, a long-time reader in Philadelphia who needed immediate attention.
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Things I Learned at Best of Success 2016

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
December 5, 2016
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This month's issue of Roofing Contractor contains our report on the 2016 Best of Success conference.
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exit planning

Exiting Your Business can be a Taxing Experience

Beware of these five critical decisions that could sabotage your business exit and retirement.
Joe Bazzano
December 2, 2016
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After long hours and substantial risk-taking, the business owner has created an asset that, if transferred efficiently, could provide financial security for themselves and their families.
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solar roofing

Solar Roofs: Are We There Yet?

To truly change the industry, Elon Musk’s ‘solar shingle’ must move the needle on more than just aesthetics.
Michael Carnahan
December 2, 2016
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SolarCity and Tesla's latest announcement for a solar roof sure did grab a lot of headlines and get us all talking about the prospects of an integrated solar shingle.
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fall protection equipment

A Solution to Suspension Trauma for Roofing Contractors?

The FreeTech Harness’s revolutionary repositioning technology could be a game changer.
Chip Macdonald
December 1, 2016
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The international fall-protection industry retroactively developed the suspension trauma relief strap as a marketable add-on to their line of full body harnesses.
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labor rules

New Rules May Make Many Eligible for Overtime

The estimated four million workers who would become eligible represent just the beginning.
Richard Alaniz
December 1, 2016
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Millions more American workers will be eligible for overtime thanks to a new U.S. Department of Labor rule.
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roofing savings calculator

New Improvements to Online Roofing Technology

Every roofing contractor should be familiar with these two online roofing energy calculators.
Jim Hoff
December 1, 2016
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I’m pleased to announce that our industry continues to take proactive steps to help roofing professionals promote the energy saving benefits of today’s roofing systems.
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