Metal Roofing
Celebrating 35 years of retrofit roofing innovation
By Jenny Yu. Roof Hugger reflects on 35 years of engineering and industry partnerships while reaffirming its commitment to advancing sustainable, contractor-focused solutions. For 35 years, Roof Hugger has helped shape the metal-over-metal retrofit market, building a reputation for engineering expertise, rigorous testing, and long-term performance. As the company ...
Why retailers continue to choose metal
The Coffee Shops™. An MBMA case study highlights how speed, flexibility and durability make metal buildings a strong fit for modern retail development. In its case study, “Retail & Wholesale Case Study: Retailers Benefit From the Metal Building Model,” the Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) explores how metal building systems ...
How to reduce metal roof sounds
By The Coffee Shops™. Drexel Metals outlines practical approaches to addressing one of the most common questions about metal roofing. In the article, "Potential metal roofing issues and how to minimize their impact: Popping noises," Drexel Metals examines one of the most commonly discussed characteristics of metal roofing systems: thermal ...
It’s time to hit the ground running
With many homeowners looking to reroof their homes this year, do you have what it takes to secure projects? Let’s find out. Did you know that in 2026 alone, it’s estimated that nearly a fourth of homeowners looking to make changes to their roof are considering a reroof for ...
A complete tool ecosystem for modern jobsite performance
By Jenny Yu. MalcoEdge delivers solutions that help contractors improve accuracy, speed and jobsite consistency. As contractors face demand for faster installations and more reliable performance, Malco Tools is providing what they need with MalcoEdge™: a purposeful lineup of refrigeration tools designed to support modern HVACR challenges. Rather than offering ...
Top June articles: Operational efficiency, building trust and planning ahead
By Emma Peterson. Articles of interest from June 2026. As the second fiscal quarter of the year comes to a close, it’s hard to believe we’re coming up on the halfway point of 2026. And the number of articles The Coffee Shops™ crew has published in that time (over 2,300 ...
METALCON marks 35 years as industry associations unite to advance metal construction
As the metal construction industry navigates shifting market conditions, evolving building codes, workforce challenges and increasing performance demands, METALCON 2026 will bring together the associations helping shape its future through education, technical expertise and collaboration. Celebrating its 35th anniversary October 7–9, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, ...
A medal for metal
The Coffee Shops™. This Utah home won over the judges with its stunning craftsmanship and modern shine. Each quarter, Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) hosts the Best Residential Metal Roofing competition. For Q1 of 2026, the contractors showed off their impeccable skills and craftsmanship by entering their most impressive projects, and ...
Beyond the barn: Barndominiums enter a new era of growth
By Jenny Yu. Industry leaders say demand for flexible, durable and lifestyle-focused steel buildings continues to expand into residential, commercial and luxury sectors. The barndominium market continues to gain momentum across residential, commercial and mixed-use construction, creating new opportunities for architects, builders, contractors and suppliers focused on metal building ...
Let your best metal roofing projects do the talking
By The Coffee Shops™. Everlast Roofing invites contractors to show off the projects they’re most proud of. A completed project can say a lot about a contractor’s workmanship. From clean lines and sharp trim details to bold color combinations and standout building designs, every finished roof is an opportunity to ...
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