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Demand for durable roof replacements rises
By Drexel Metals. Standing seam metal roofs are reliable solutions for homeowners seeking proven protection in serious weather conditions. Across the United States, many homeowners are reaching a critical point as their roofs begin to show signs of age and wear. Data from the National Association of Home Builders ...
Full steam ahead
By Jenny Yu. In a time of market uncertainty, this company unites five leading brands to fuel momentum across its architectural metals portfolio. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards spoke with Carlisle Architectural Metals’ (CAM) Vice President of Growth, Brad Van Dam, about the latest trends ...
Snow retention systems for enhanced roof safety
By Drexel Metals. Combining the strength of metal roofing with effective snow retention offers lasting protection against snow, ice and structural damage. As winter approaches, heavy snowfall can transform rooftops into high-risk zones. What seems like a winter wonderland can quickly turn into a serious safety hazard. The weight ...
The gold standard in metal roofing partnerships
By Jenny Yu. Drexel Metals Plus members gain exclusive access to benefits that improve quality, efficiency and long-term success. Drexel Metals’ commitment to supporting quality-driven metal roofing professionals is taking center stage with the Drexel Metals Plus program. Designed to recognize and reward top-tier partners, the program includes a ...
Beyond the expo hall and education sessions
By Emma Peterson. Learn about all the events and opportunities available at METALCON 2025. When you think about trade shows, you probably initially think about the exhibit floor or the education sessions offered. And while these are huge draws by themselves, trade shows offer so much more than that! ...
The best of the best in metals
By Jenny Yu. Learn how the Drexel Metals Plus program is setting the standard for the metal industry. This year is Drexel Metals’ 40th anniversary, and one way they are celebrating is by promoting their Drexel Metals Plus rewards program. In this MetalTalk episode, Karen Edwards discussed this exciting ...
Top August articles: Mother Nature, the future of roofing and I-9 compliance
By Emma Peterson. This month’s standout stories cover fire-rated systems, youth outreach, legal guidance and more! Summer has been rushing by at The Coffee Shops™ and it’s already time to look at the top articles from August 2025! One of the big topics we saw talked about this month ...
White, sandstone and... cardinal red? All cool roof rated.
By Drexel Metals. Explore the characteristics, benefits and color variations of Drexel Metal’s cool roof products. For 40 years, Drexel Metals has been a leader in the distribution of painted metal for the roofing, architectural sheet metal and crop storage industries. Our team is dedicated to listening to each ...
Keeping cool under a metal roof
By Drexel Metals. How metal roofs can keep temperatures and costs low. According to a recent analysis from the National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA), home electricity bills are expected to rise to an average of $784 this summer, up more than 6% from $737 in 2024, marking a ...
Steep slopes and ice dams, beware. Defend-R Vent is here.
By Drexel Metals. Explore Drexel Metals’ newest member of the Defend-R club. Early in July, Drexel Metals announced the addition of a new product to their Defend-R line, a collection of polyisocyanurate panels designed for roof insulation. Defend-R Vent, the shiny new toy, is a ventilated composite insulation ...
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