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Rick Damato

Rick Damato

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.
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Editor's Note: New Technology, New Rules

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
July 15, 2013
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Some recent changes impacting the supply chain that supports the roofing industry are worthy of note.
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Damato of the Day is, “An Interesting Exchange”

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
June 4, 2013
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Rick Damato receives a followup to Roofing Contractor's article on the UASRC.
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Editor's Note: Repairs and Redesign

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
June 4, 2013
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This issue of Roofing Contractor centers around maintenance, repair, and retrofit roofing. The magazine has some revamps of its own to share.
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Editor's Note: An Enduring Legacy

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
May 13, 2013
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Managing your company reputation can be a huge factor in long-term success.
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Safety Sells

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
March 6, 2013
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Over the course of my years in this industry I’ve witnessed many changes.


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Potential for Growth

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
February 11, 2013
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The February edition of Roofing Contractorhas historically served as one of our most important issues. 


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In the Beginning There Was the Alliance …

A Look Back at the Birth of the Roofing Industry Alliance for Progress
Rick Damato
Rick Damato
February 8, 2013
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 So many of the issues faced by roofing industry today go beyond the bounds of what roofing contractors can begin to tackle on their own.


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New Year Poses Challenges and Opportunities

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
January 8, 2013
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 Welcome to 2013, a year that promises to be ripe with possibilities and more than the average number of challenges. 


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Damato of the Day Is, “Can You Top This?”

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
January 8, 2013
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 This may be the shortest post to a blog in recorded history.  


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Damato of the Day Is … “Saying Goodbye to a True Industry Friend”

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
January 2, 2013
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 We received word from business consultant and Roofing Contractor contributor Monroe Porter of Proof Management Consultants of the passing of our mutual friend, Mike Mehrer.  


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