Columns

Andrew Yaklich, COO of RAFTR Roofing, on why partnership with insurance providers can create a consistent flow of referrals for roofers.

Guest Column

Why Building Strong Relationships with Insurance Providers is Good Business

February 17, 2025

Roofers and insurers have long been at odds, but Andrew Yaklich, COO of portfolio firm RAFTRx says a shift toward partnership could streamline claims, boost trust, and benefit homeowners.

The Roofing Contractor magazine team gathering at this year's 20th Best of Success show.

Editor's Note

RC's Top 5 Resolutions for 2025

With the new year upon us, here are five resolutions Roofing Contractor magazine pledges for readers this year.

Art Aisner

January 15, 2025

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As Roofing Contractor welcomes 2025, Editor-in-Chief Art Aisner and the RC team pledge to improve engagement, expand diverse content, attend more events, connect with contractors, and prioritize safety; share your resolutions, too!

Giving Back

Show Your Community You Care: Tips for Meaningful Holiday Outreach

Courtney Banks

January 3, 2025

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Holidays are a great time for roofing distributors, manufacturers and others in the industry to give back. Here are a few tips to make the most of any philanthropic efforts.

A session at the 2024 Best of Success conference

Workforce

Roofing Contractor Magazine, Supporting Our Industry's Success

Bringing you all the news and information you need for a successful 2025

Jill Bloom

January 3, 2025

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Publisher Jill Bloom discusses Roofing Contractor's continuing drive to propel the roofing industry forward in 2025 through expanded eNews offerings, education, and industry insights; Best of Success heads to Arlington, Texas, Dec. 3-5.

Roof Ventilation

Roofing Contractors: Attic Airflow Ratio 1/150 vs. 1/300

Is more attic airflow better? RC's ventilation expert from Air Vent weighs in

Paul Scelsi

November 6, 2024

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Can better airflow create opportunities for energy savings and building materials longevity that roofing contractors often miss?

RC Launches ¡Techos y Más!

Techos y Más, RC’s free Spanish eNewsletter, will inform and educate Latino roofing contractors about how to grow their businesses

Art Aisner

November 1, 2024

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RC launches the Techos y Más eNewsletter to inform Spanish-speaking commercial and residential roofing contractors of all the latest news, products and industry trends. Sign up now!

Roofing Safety

The Digital Revolution in Roofing Safety Checklists

Paper-based safety checklists create several challenges in the digital age, including real-time access and overall efficiency.

Jesse Wilt

October 28, 2024

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The inflexibility of paper forms made it difficult to update safety protocols promptly, lagging behind industry standards. Not anymore.

Cuaderno del Editor

Física, El Poder de la Autenticidad y Tú

La frecuencia más potente que los investigadores midieron recientemente saliendo del cuerpo humano fue la autenticidad.

Jill Bloom

October 6, 2024

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La frecuencia más potente que los investigadores midieron recientemente saliendo del cuerpo humano fue la autenticidad.

RC Helps USA TODAY Understand Metal Roofing

USA TODAY called with questions about metal roofing and here’s what we told them. Are we on the right track?

Art Aisner

October 4, 2024

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RC participated in a recent USA TODAY project on metal roofing and its growing impact on the marketplace. Check out if we're on the right track, and get an exclusive look at the responses they didn't use.