Roofing Contractor Blog

The Metal Roof Alliance trade group is capitalizing on the negative headlines being suffered by asphalt shingles following natural disasters in Florida and California.

Earned Media Parlay

Metal Trade Group Sees Opening in Asphalt Shingle Brouhaha

Not letting a good crisis go to waste, metal trade group leans into comments made by Fla. Insurance Commissioner poo-pooing resiliency of asphalt shingles

Bryan Gottlieb

January 29, 2025

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With metal roofing’s market share rising to 18% in 2024, the Metal Roofing Alliance trade group capitalizes on Florida’s asphalt shingle debate, highlighting the material’s vulnerability in extreme weather.

Marketing

How Roofing Contractors Help Maximize a Home’s Market Value Through Strategic Upgrades

Andrew Prchal

May 22, 2024

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Gunner Roofing's Andrew Prchal shares how roofing contractors can stand apart from the competition by working with homeowners to help them increase the value of their property.

Roofing Safety

The Impact of Time Pressure on Fall Hazards for Roofing Contractors

Steven John Cumper

March 28, 2024

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Everything roofers need to know about the impact of time pressure on fall hazards.

Roofing Safety

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Art Aisner

February 29, 2024

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Business Coaching

What to Look for in a Good Coach

Roofing sales guru Chuck Thokey reminds contractors that sales coaches are not sales mentors, and to ask these key questions when seeking a good coach.

Chuck Thokey

January 22, 2024

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Considering a business coach? Have a few clear expectations in mind and here’s what you should be asking.

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Carter Work Project

In Rosalynn Carter's Passing, Habitat for Humanity’s Carter Work Project Carries On

The effort behind the 2023 Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Work Project to support Habitat for Humanity continues in honor of its founders

Rick Damato

November 21, 2023

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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.

Earned Media

How Winning Awards Boosts Your Business’s Opportunities and Reputation

Companies that go after awards add a significant weapon to their marketing arsenals

Heather Ripley

October 31, 2023

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Legal News

6 Steps to New I-9 Remote Verification

A new I-9 employment eligibility form allows roofers to verify remotely if they’re already qualified through the E-Verify system.

James G. Aldrich

September 6, 2023

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The new version of the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form allows remote verification capabilities for qualified employers.

Legal News

6 Changes To I-9 Forms Roofers Need to Know

A new I-9 employment eligibility form allows opportunities for roofers to streamline operations, verify remotely.

James G. Aldrich

August 30, 2023

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Employers may be able to streamline their onboarding of new employees now that the U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security issued a new version of the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form.