Metal Roofing
Homeowner Marketing Mastery
In this episode of Coffee Conversations, sponsored by Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), Karen Edwards will talk with a panel of experts about marketing to homeowners in this day and age. Homeowners are harder to reach than ever, so how are today’s top contractors getting their attention? Join Renee Ramey of ...
7 ways to be inspired this Earth Day
By Metal Roofing Alliance. Enact change through interactive projects with your community to combat climate change. On April 22 each year, Americans celebrate Earth Day, a holiday which serves a reminder of the beauty of Mother Nature and to give back by participating in green initiatives in your community. With ...
Calculating the R-value of insulation
By Drexel Metals. Having a high R-value is critical in determining a material’s insulation capabilities, a necessity for optimizing energy efficiency. Industry experts break down the calculation process of a building material’s R-value. In building for a greener, more energy efficient tomorrow, it’s vital to take into consideration the accurate ...
Roof takeoffs part 2: Manual measurement methods
By Central States. Grab your tape measure and calculator because it’s time to dive into the technical parts of roof estimating. In a previous article, we covered how important the roof takeoff is to a successful project. To refresh your mind, roof takeoff is a term that refers to the ...
What you need to know about tariffs in the metal industry
By Dani Sheehan. Understand the immediate financial impact of steel and aluminum tariffs on our industry and explore strategies you can use to stay ahead. Steel and aluminum tariffs are back in the spotlight – and they’re more complex (and costly) than ever. Whether you’re a contractor sourcing metal panels, fasteners or ...
Homeowners in hurricane and tornado-prone regions are taking action, making improvements to better protect their homes
While officials in the Gulf Coast debate whether asphalt shingle roofs are appropriate for residential homes in the region given the possibilities of catastrophic hurricane damage, homeowners who have experience riding out monster storms aren’t waiting for updated codes or standards to tell them they need better performing roofs. That’s the ...
Why symmetrical standing seam panels are taking over
Innovation, efficiency and durability — this roofing breakthrough changes everything. The roofing industry is no stranger to innovation, but few advancements have made waves quite like symmetrical standing seam metal panels. Long favored for their sleek aesthetics and durability, metal roofs are now evolving to offer even greater efficiency and adaptability. ...
Modern mountain home in Utah named winner of MRA's best residential metal roofing competition
Tucked in the mountainous landscape of Park City, this breathtaking home required a roofing system that could stand up to the region’s harsh climate, while complementing the home’s sleek architectural design. It is the stunning combination of style and performance benefits perfectly matched with its setting that makes this quarter’s winner ...
Thoughts on jobsite safety from MBCEA leadership, past and present
MCS Influencer Robert Tiffin says the most effective way to improve safety, is to continually improve as both individuals and a team. Being safe has to be wanted and lived by each individual. When all individuals embrace the simplicity, and complexity, of being safe, it becomes a culture. As the president, I ...
Military-grade re-roofing, no compromise
By Roof Hugger. Battle-tested roofing systems trusted by the U.S. military and built for mission-critical performance. When you're retrofitting the roof of a high-security military installation, there's no room for error, delays or guesswork — and Roof Hugger knows it. With a track record of supplying design and materials for millions of ...
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