2023 September

Coatings Special Section

Coatings Continue to Climb

Confidence in the Roof Coatings Market Grows, Presenting Opportunities for Roofing Contractors amid Economic Uncertainty

Art Aisner

September 11, 2023

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Confidence in the roof coatings market grows, presenting opportunities for roofing contractors amid economic uncertainty.

Coatings Special Section

Powder Power: Powder Coatings Provide Solutions for Roofing

Powder Coatings Provide Sustainable Solution for Long-Term Durability on Architectural Aluminum Products

Steve Chen

September 11, 2023

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Powder coating offers an excellent finish, strong performance, and customization while providing a more environmentally sustainable and cost-effective solution for long-term durability.

Coatings Special Section

How Inland Coatings Averted Irrelevance

In the world of coatings and sealants, a once moribund brand known for quality but lingering in the shadows transforms through private equity

Bryan Gottlieb

September 11, 2023

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The history of coatings in roofing has been marked by innovation overcoming challenges, not unlike Inland Coatings; despite market shifts, the company's resilience and adaptability led to its revitalization through acquisitions and strategic leadership courtesy of private equity.

Coatings Special Section

Q&A: Counting on Coatings

The roof coatings market continues to expand, offering roofing contractors solutions that bring cost savings and sustainability to customers.

Art Aisner

September 11, 2023

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In this Q&A, industry experts speak on the state of roof coatings and what aspects roofing contractors should know about a product that can diversify their offerings.

Alex Gerhart, at left, and Zach Willard, are the co-principals of Lifetime Quality Roofing.

Contractor Profile: Lifetime Quality Roofing

A chance encounter working together at a fitness center turned these 'gym rats' into a roofing juggernaut

Bryan Gottlieb

September 8, 2023

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With roughly 40% of its business coming from referrals, Lifetime Quality Roofing is proving that a concentration on internal processes leads to growth and success.

Growing Up Roofing: General Roofing Co.

For Nearly a Century, Four Generations of Wakerlings have Provided Shelter in the Greater Oakland Area with Craftsmanship, Integrity and Reliability at the Core; the Legacy Continues

Art Aisner

September 5, 2023

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Mike and Shane Wakerling are the latest of four generations to operate General Roofing Co. in Oakland, Calif., yet they each found their way to the job.