Sustainable Roofing Roofs and Water Conservation James R. Kirby AIA July 9, 2014 No Comments Sustainability is about more than energy efficiency. Storm water retention can be crucial.Read More
AEC/O+M Solutions Key Energy Factors in Evaluating Cool Roofing Martin Grohman June 24, 2014 No Comments Installing a cool roof can help buildings reduce their energy consumption, and choosing the right roof depends on knowing what to look for.Read More
Maintenance Is a Key Component of a Roof's Success James R. Kirby AIA June 4, 2014 No Comments Regular maintenance helps ensure the long-term performance of a roof system.Read More
Three Key Questions About Green Roofing Jim Hoff May 16, 2014 No Comments A recent question-and-answer session illuminated the debate about sustainable roofs.Read More
Learning From Disaster: Devastating Events Play Key Role in Developing Roofing Standards Jim Hoff April 7, 2014 No Comments Devastating fires and severe weather events have played a key role in the development of roofing standards.Read More
Sustainable Roofing How to Become a RoofPoint Registered Professional Jim Hoff February 7, 2014 No Comments Industry professionals can now be certified as a RoofPoint Registered Professional (RRP).Read More
RoofPoint Continues to Grow and Impress Jim Hoff January 1, 2014 No Comments Launched just three years ago, the RoofPoint sustainable rating system continues to gain market recognition.Read More
Insulation Design for Roofs: A System Perspective James R. Kirby AIA December 4, 2013 No Comments A holistic approach to building design puts focus on the thermal resistance of the roof.Read More
Sustainable Roofing What Is a Resilient Roof System? The roofing industry can play a key role in helping buildings withstand severe weather events. James R. Kirby AIA November 12, 2013 One Comment Maybe you’ve heard the term “resilient” or “resiliency” used for buildings recently. Read More
Sustainable Roofing Seeing Is Believing: A New Level of Roofing Professionalism The roofing crew was professional and courteous — typical of an industry that continues to grow and improve. Jim Hoff October 4, 2013 One Comment Thanks to a severe hailstorm this spring, almost every house in my neighborhood was re-roofed this summer.Read More