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Presidential Interregnum

How the New Trump Administration May Impact Roofing

RC Legal Insights Expert Trent Cotney weighs in on what changes the new Trump Administration could make to impact roofing and construction.

Trent Cotney

November 27, 2024

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A new Trump Administration could bring sweeping changes to several business sectors, including roofing and construction. Trent Cotney weighs in.

Ken Kelly (center) with his wife, Jennifer, in Japan at a roofing company

International Roofing

What the U.S. Can Learn from Roofing in Japan

A trip to the Land of the Rising Sun reveals fascinating business practices and beliefs that could help improve roofing companies in America

Ken Kelly

November 15, 2024

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Roofing veteran Ken Kelly shares important insights from his visit to Japan to see what we can learn from their efficient production and installation practices.

The Key Disciplines for a Successful Roofing Exit

Learn the various aspects that go into creating an exit strategy to make selling your business as seamless as possible

Kevin Kennedy

November 8, 2024

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Understanding the eight aspects of planning a successful exit can make any transitions smoother for roofing contractors.

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?

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.

Trent Cotney discusses navigating the regulatory climate post-Hurricane Milton.

Legal Insights with Trent Cotney

Essential Guidelines For Post-Hurricane Cleanup After Hurricane Milton

Ensuring the safety of yourself and your field crews following severe weather

Trent Cotney

October 11, 2024

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After Hurricane Milton, businesses face cleanup and rebuilding. Following OSHA safety guidelines is crucial to protect workers from hazards like floods, downed power lines, and debris.

A gray business cuit and tie with a coach's whistle

Selecting a Business Coach

Getting the sales guru that gets the right results doesn’t have to be so hard

Chuck Thokey

September 30, 2024

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Sales Guru Chuck Thokey breaks down the process of selecting the perfect sales coach for your roofing business to reach the next level of success.

Contractor. construction worker team hands shaking after plan project contract at construction site, contractor, engineering, partnership, construction concept

Safety and Technology

AI is Changing how to Manage Roofing Crews Safely

AI is here and roofing contractors can use it to enhance safety, communication and risk management on projects of all scopes and sizes.

Kevin Berens

August 27, 2024

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Are you using AI to analyze project details, schedule tasks and customize safety alerts for specific roofing jobsites?

Shane Gotschi, co-owner of DryHome Roofing & Siding

Air Vent Feature

Knowledge is Power and Profitable

Roofing contractor’s attic ventilation expertise gains him the edge over his competition

Paul Scelsi

August 26, 2024

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By knowing the ins and outs of attic ventilation, roofing contractors can stand out from the rest and earn more contracts, says Shane Gotschi, co-owner of DryHome Roofing & Siding.

Roofing Technology

Is Google Maps Relevant for Roofers in 2024?

Using Google Maps? check out the core focus areas to improve your ranking.

Jon Beach

July 31, 2024

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Why should a roofing company, which likely has clients who don't drive to a branch location, care about using Google Maps? The answer is three letters: S, E and O; they mean more than you may know.