Columns

Navigating the World of Low-VOC Bonding Adhesives

As a result of restrictions, rooﬁng manufacturers developed low-VOC alternatives to traditional yellow glues.

November 6, 2017

When I started out in the roofing business almost 40 years ago, selecting the right adhesive for bonding single-ply membranes was pretty easy.

Why Roofing Contractors Don’t Make More Money

The number one reason roofing contractors fail is that they don’t know their numbers and don’t stay on top of their costs.

Monroe Porter

November 6, 2017

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After 41 years of consulting for contractors and also having multiple roofing contractors under retainer, I believe I can speak with some authority on the profitability of roofing contractors.

Future Contractors Get to Work at SkillsUSA, but Where Were the Roofers?

Rick Damato

November 2, 2017

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Each year Roofing Contractor's editorial team seeks out the roofing industry's Young Guns.

What is a Sales CRM and Why Should You Care?

If you don’t have a sales CRM in place, you’re leaving a lot of potential money on the table.

Ryan Groth

October 19, 2017

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A sales CRM (customer relationship manager) system can tell you how much work you can expect to come in the next week, month or quarter.

Are You Paid $200 an Hour … or $25 an Hour?

The challenge is leveraging your time through leadership, process, vision, training and accountability.

Kevin Kennedy

October 12, 2017

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Each of my customers has a story that everyone can learn from.

The Fight for $15, and More

The nationwide battle over the minimum wage will continue at the state and local level.

October 12, 2017

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Over the past several years we've seen nationwide efforts, often precipitated by unions, to increase the minimum wage at the local level to $15 as a means of addressing economic inequality.