Rick Damato is the editorial director of Roofing Contractor. He has held a number of posts in the roofing industry since 1974 and has contributed to the magazine since its inception in 1981. He can be reached at 770-331-7858 or on Twitter @RoofsByRick.
Roofing contractors from North America tour the birthplace of Welsh roofing, witnessing how slate continues covering remarkable and resilient rooftops throughout Europe
RC's Rick Damato offers first-hand coverage of the annual Habitat for Humanity build honoring Former President and First Lady Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter.
Grist Slate & Tile Roofing Inc. was recently awarded the 2023 North American Copper in Architecture award for its work on Vancouver's Heritage Hall envelope and seismic upgrade.
More and more Latino roofers from 20 years ago are taking off their tool belt and looking to own and operate their own roofing business. The transition, as many roofing contractors know, is not an easy one.