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Building the case for sustainable metal roofing
By The Coffee Shops®. METALCON education to explore sustainability, long-term value, building efficiency and extreme-weather performance. For contractors and other construction professionals, sustainability conversations increasingly extend beyond initial material selection to include service life, maintenance needs, energy performance and end-of-life considerations. The upcoming “Residential Metal Roofing – The Sustainable Choice” ...
Heat cramps: The warning sign too many roofers ignore
By Cotney Consulting Group. Ignoring heat cramps doesn't demonstrate strength. It increases the likelihood that the body's cooling system will continue to deteriorate. Every experienced roofer has probably seen it happen. A crew member suddenly stops what they're doing and grabs the back of their leg. Maybe it's a calf ...
The value of metal roofing in the face of severe hailstorms
By The Coffee Shops®. Metal experts explain the capabilities metal roofing materials offer when it comes to fighting against hail damage. Since the beginning of this year, the Midwest and Southern United States have experienced a tremendous number of hailstorms, and the severity of each storm has far surpassed ...
When wildfire smoke reaches the roof
By Cotney Consulting Group. Wildfire smoke has become an operational concern that many Canadian roofing contractors can no longer treat as an uncommon event. By mid-July 2026, hundreds of active wildfires were burning across Canada, with elevated fire danger affecting several northern and central regions. Smoke from those fires ...
Smart roofing choices for a stronger home
By The Coffee Shops™. When it comes to investing in a roof built to last, it’s important to do things the right way. Choosing to pursue a roofing project can be scary; roofing materials and services are an investment, and while price tags and timelines may be a bit ...
All it takes is a spark
By The Coffee Shops™. Ways to protect your home from fire damage this wildfire season. Wildfires can start in an instant, going from a small floating ember to a raging, wide-spread fire in merely an instant. For homeowners, this means preparing ahead of time to keep their home safe and ...
Managing thermal movement
By The Coffee Shops™. Understanding how metal roofing materials react to temperature changes is essential for achieving long-term system performance. As metal roofing continues to gain popularity for its durability and longevity, understanding how roofing systems respond to changing temperatures remains critical for long-term performance. In the article, "Thermal expansion ...
The growing case for metal roofing in residential projects
By The Coffee Shops™. A shift in durability expectations and cost analysis is driving more homeowners toward metal roofing systems. Contractors across the country are rethinking traditional roofing materials as performance, durability and long-term value take center stage. In the article “Why More Contractors Are Recommending Metal Over Asphalt Shingles ...
Maximizing fire resistance with metal
By Anna Lockhart. Taking a closer look at the most common ways metal roofing materials help protect homes and businesses from wildfires. Across the western United States and Canada, wildfire season poses a serious risk to people and their homes. Building intentionally with fire protection in mind is ...
SRS delivers storm-ready supplies
By Emma Peterson. SRS Distribution keeps contractors equipped with the roofing materials and building products they need to rebuild in the aftermath of storms. By virtue of size and environmental diversity, the United States sees a lot of storms and natural phenomena. From tornadoes East of the Rocky Mountains and ...
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