Sustainable Roofing

2024 Metal Special Section

Metal Roofing and Solar are the Perfect Match

Solar panels have a synergy with metal roofing that simply does not exist with their asphalt shingled counterparts

October 14, 2024

Gary Edgar, national architectural specification manager for PPG's building products in North America, highlights the benefits of using metal roofing versus asphalt shingles for solar panels.

2024 Metal Special Section

So Many Metal Choices, So Little Time

Metal roofs stand out for their looks, resilience and long lifespans, and there are choices for roofing contractors to make. Here’s where to start

Karan Patel

October 14, 2024

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Explore the optimal uses for steel and aluminum in roofing and their respective benefits to help guide material specifiers.

IPG's ECP division announced its roofing underlayment product, NovaSeal, has achieved Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver level certification.

Roofing Sustainability

NovaSeal Underlayment Achieves Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver Certification

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 27, 2024

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IPG's ECP division announced that its roofing underlayment product, NovaSeal, has achieved Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver level certification for its environmental and performance standards.

Garland’s StressPly Legacy FR Mineral is a revolutionary product in roofing sustainability.

Sustainability News

Garland Co. Introduces Smog-Reducing ‘Cool Gray’ Roofing Granule

The newest addition to Garland’s membrane line, StressPly Legacy FR Mineral

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 24, 2024

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Garland introduced StressPly Legacy FR Mineral, a cool roofing granule that reduces smog, improves air quality, and durability using recycled materials.

Sika's EcoSmart Roof has been a groundbreaking system that is sustainable and economical.

Eco-Friendly Innovation

Sika, Dupont Celebrate a Decade of Sustainable Roofing Solutions

EcoSmart Roof has been a groundbreaking system that is sustainable and economical

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 18, 2024

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Sika Roofing is celebrating a decade-long partnership with DuPont, offering the EcoSmart Roof system that combines durable, recyclable materials and a 50-year reusable insulation warranty for sustainability.

Work boots belonging to 2 roofing professionals are visible as sealant is applied to a commercial roof

The Facts About PVC Roofing Part I

While PVC remains a popular choice among design professionals, it may be the one system roofing contractors know the least about

Tony Viera

September 16, 2024

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The experts at Mule-Hide Products are bridging the information gap about PVC roofing for roofing contractors in this two-part series.

Owens Corning is showcasing its composites at CAMX 2024 in San Diego, Calif.

Event News

Owens Corning Showcases Composites at CAMX 2024

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 10, 2024

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Owens Corning showcases its advanced composites at CAMX 2024 in San Diego through September 12, highlighting innovations like SUSTAINA and HP2 Glass, and its commitment to sustainability.

Cornerstone Building Brands' 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance report cover (pictured).

Sustainability News

Cornerstone Building Brands Unveils 2023 ESG Report

Company highlights significant progress in sustainability and community impact

Roofing Contractor Staff

September 9, 2024

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Cornerstone Building Brands' 2023 ESG Report highlights progress in safety, sustainability, and community impact, reflecting its commitment to leadership in the building industry.

MAC Roofing roofing the Blue Heron homes

Coatings Section

All-In on Spray Foam Roofing

MAC Roofing Services turned to Huntsman Building Solutions products to protect luxury community roofs in Las Vegas

Keith Stevenson

September 2, 2024

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Luxury Vegas homebuilder goes all in on spray foam roofing.

Coatings Section

Big Box Store Chills Out with Cool Roof Coatings

Transforming Thermal Efficiency with Cool Roof Coating at a Fortune 500 Big Box Store

Carrie Horazeck

September 2, 2024

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How a Fortune 500 company reduced the need for frequent roof replacements and repairs while promoting sustainability with more energy-efficient materials.