Guest Column

Forging Success with Financing

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0500

Veteran contractor-turned finance pro Jonathan Sagner draws from his experience in both worlds to boost roofing sales in today’s high-priced environment.

Culture Over Compliance: Building Trust from the Inside Out

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Create long-term success not by focusing on the work, but by investing in the people who do it.

Learn the 4 Priorities Credit Pros Can’t Ignore

theadudley@charter.net (Thea Dudley) — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Trade credit in 2025 left many companies dizzy and unsure how to operate efficiently. “Credit Overlord” Thea Dudley examines how to refocus credit and collections for 2026 with tech and boosted morale.

5 Growth Strategies for Roofing Contractors in 2026

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Three high-performing Owens Corning Roofing Platinum Preferred Contractors shared their perspectives on growth.

How a Repair-First Approach Can Lower Costs and Improve Hurricane Recovery

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

As hurricane seasons grow more expensive and roof claims soar past $30 billion annually, the property insurance industry faces a sustainability challenge. With research showing many damaged roofs can be repaired rather than replaced, adopting a more objective, repair-first mindset—similar to the evolution of windshield claims—could benefit insurers, contractors, and homeowners alike. How roofing contractors can protect margins in a shifting economy.

A Roofing Contractor’s Guide to Smart Devices for 2026

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

We explore several tips on how to manage wireless devices to ensure fewer mistakes, faster billing, and a better customer experience

Shutdown Lessons for Roofers: Why Immigration Gridlock Still Threatens Your 2026 Project Schedule

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

The federal shutdown may be over, but its freeze on the PERM labor certification process is still disrupting roofing contractors’ hiring timelines. Here’s what contractors need to know and how to prepare before the next shutdown.

9 Tips on Optimizing Roofing Business Operations

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Do you feel your roofing business is good, but can do better? Tectum Roofing CEO Sean Moriarty shares some of the strategies roofing contractors can adopt to optimize their operations.

Blueprints & Battle Plans

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Veteran roofing contractor Nick Sizemore draws from his roots in the U.S. Air Force to develop and manage high performers

Why Roof Underlayment Shrinkage Matters to Roofing Contractors

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:30:21 -0500

A roof is only as strong as its weakest layer. Minimize moisture buildup and protect roofs with these tips to prevent underlayment shrinkage.

Be Careful Cutting that Ridge Vent Airflow Slot

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Does cutting a wider slot for a ridge vent boost airflow? AirVent explains why that might be a bad idea and how proper slot size helps avoid costly installation mistakes.

AI Can Revolutionize Appointment Scheduling for Roofing Contractors

kevin.wu@leapingai.com (Kevin Wu) — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 13:03:00 -0400

How voice AI can automate phone-based appointment scheduling for roofing contractors.

Southern California Roofers Rally around Kern County Roofing Students

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 07:00:00 -0400

For every five workers that retire from the roofing industry, only two are replaced. That needs to change.

3 Strategies to Retain Roofing Talent

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Roofing contractors should prioritize pay, skill development and modern management tools to keep their high-performance crews

11 Ways to Use AI In Your Roofing Business

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:49:56 -0400

AI is evolving at an unprecedented rate and will continue to change faster and faster. Here are just a few suggestions on how you can use it to help grow and maintain your business.

Navigating Single- and Two-Component Roof Tile Adhesives

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:37:39 -0400

Determining the right adhesive solution depends on understanding key differences between single-component and two-component options.

Trump Tariff Pressure and Roofing

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:18:09 -0400

Tariffs threaten pricing, supply chain stability and roofing profit margins, but with the right strategies, these challenges can become opportunities

The Digitalization of Safety in Commercial Roofing

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400

New technology helps solve traditional safety headaches that every roofing contractor has experienced.

What the Dignity Act of 2025 Could Mean for the Roofing Industry’s Workforce

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 11:00:00 -0400

The Dignity Act would not fix every labor challenge facing roofing companies today, but it would provide the framework for legal status without amnesty and speed up the green card process. EB-3 CEO John Dorer breaks down what to know about the legislation.

What Attic Venting Questions are Roofing Pros Asking?

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 00:00:00 -0400

AirVent Inc. answers the top five FAQs roofing professionals have about attic ventilation, including advice for distributors on lending a hand in proper ventilation.

Why Texting Is the Secret Weapon for Roofing Contractors

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:45:00 -0400

Your customers check their texts—so why aren’t you texting them? See why SMS is the new roofing industry essential.

The Benefits of FORTIFIED-Compliant Vents

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0400

An important aspect of building an above-code FORTIFIED Roof is the ventilation. The experts at AirVent Inc. examine ventilation's role in building robust roofs that better resist severe weather.

Fortifying Roofs for an Era of Extreme Weather

Gregg.malanga@icpgroup.com (Gregg Malanga) — Mon, 14 Jul 2025 10:51:50 -0400

Contractors can help protect homes and buildings with weatherproofing strategies and materials built to withstand extreme conditions

MRA Weighs in on Cool Roof Debate

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 07:00:00 -0400

The Metal Roofing Alliance offers its thoughts on the efficacy of cool roofs as disputes heat up over whether cities and states should mandate them.

Cool Roof Complexity

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0400

A forensic architect with over thirty years of experience designing roof assemblies weighs in on the latest 'cool roof' regulatory debate.

How POS Financing Can Help Roofing Contractors Close More Deals

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Learn how point-of-sale financing can lead to quicker business transactions and more profitable projects.

Learnings from the Rooftop to Help Empower Contractors’ Small Businesses

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

OC University is helping contractors grow their businesses by delivering accessible, tech-enabled education that goes beyond the rooftop.

Exploring Warranties in Roofing

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Few people actually read a warranty's fine print and understand what is covered and for how long. Melissa Dunson translates the rhetoric into easy-to-understand terms.

Roof Maintenance: Don’t Underestimate the Small Stuff

Mon, 05 May 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Roof Maintenance jobs represent significant revenue and often serve as the lifeblood of repeat business and customer retention.

How Selling a FORTIFIED Roof Can Boost Profits

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:00:00 -0400

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.