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Beyond the Basics: Advanced Techniques for Commercial Roof Inspections in Major U.S. Cities

How Smart Roof Inspections Safeguard Your Business

October 27, 2025

When maintaining commercial properties, few things are as important as the roof. Whether you manage an office park in New York, a warehouse in Chicago or are searching for commercial roof inspection services near Philadelphia, understanding advanced inspection techniques and aligning your business with urban commercial needs can make all the difference in protecting your investment and reputation.

2025 Metal Special Section

Metal Momentum

Market forces drive metal roofing in 2025 and beyond

Melissa Dunson

October 13, 2025

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From record-breaking storms to soaring insurance premiums, homeowners are rethinking what “roof over your head” really means. Discover how a perfect storm of climate, policy, and innovation is driving a nationwide shift toward stronger, smarter, and more sustainable metal roofs.

Certainteed offers training and certification courses for roofing professionals

Supporting Contractors Through Education and Training Opportunities

Digital Spotlight

August 27, 2025

Online learning platforms offer flexible, on-demand courses that help contractors gain valuable knowledge in areas like project management, safety regulations, or advanced construction techniques.

a roof with several types of ventilation

Guest Column

What Attic Venting Questions are Roofing Pros Asking?

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Roofing Products

Polyglass Unveils Polystrip SA Self-Adhered Joint Tape

New product provides water-tight seal to roof deck joints

Roofing Contractor Staff

June 19, 2025

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Polystrip SA is a new non-reinforced, self-adhered roof deck joint tape designed to seal wood deck seams and help roofing contractors meet the latest building code requirements.

LIsa Pate gives us a preview of FRSA 2025

Roofing Events

VIDEO: FRSA 2025 Preview

Thousands of roofers and industry stakeholders are expected to attend the 103rd annual Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo.

Jill Bloom

Art Aisner

May 20, 2025

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Lisa Pate, executive director of the Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Association, previews what roofing contractors can expect at this year's Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo June 4-6.

Roofing contractors face unclear guidelines after New Orleans started requiring permits for roof replacements without public notification for months.

Regulatory News

Under Pressure from Insurers, New Orleans Adopts Roofing Permit Requirement

A potentially complicated permit process sows confusion in The Big Easy

Bryan Gottlieb

May 14, 2025

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New Orleans now requires permits for major roof work to boost insurer confidence, but unclear enforcement and rollout confusion have raised concerns among contractors.

Apex Roofing and Restoration says its business margins have grown by 10 to 20 percent since selling FORTIFIED roofing.

Extreme Weather Special Section

How Selling a FORTIFIED Roof Can Boost Profits

COO of Apex Roofing and Restoration shares his company’s experience with FORTIFIED roof sales

Erin Shields

April 28, 2025

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Apex Roofing and Restoration grew margins by up to 20% by selling FORTIFIED Roofs, proving that educating customers on resilience can drive major business success.

A photo montage of a hard hat, a laptop, tools, and workers on a roofing project

Solutions To Grow Your Roofing Business

February 28, 2025

Roofing contractors are always looking for the right tools and resources for all their roofing projects to help offset rises in cost and inflation. With flexible project management tools, business marketing solutions, and rewards programs, there are plenty of options to grow your business at any stage.