Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
Between the membrane and the insulation
By Emma Peterson. Learn how cover boards safeguard commercial roofs from hail, fire and more! Roof cover boards are an incredibly powerful part of a commercial roof system, but they are not often used. USG Securock® Roofing director of sales Derrick Hutchinson explained, “Cover boards have been recommended for commercial ...
Ho, ho, ho: Is your roof ready for snow and more?
By Emma Peterson. Snow won’t be the only thing on your rooftop, a visit from Santa’s sleigh is expected soon and we want to make sure your roof is ready! From strings of lights in the night to the magic of the first snowfall, winter can be a time of ...
¡Viaja a Texas para los NWIR Days 2025!
Por Emma Peterson. Coge tu sombrero y tus botas porque no querrás perderte la conferencia anual de NWIR este febrero. National Women in Roofing (NWIR) está organizando la conferencia de redes y educación más importante para mujeres en la industria de techos en San Antonio, Texas, los días 16 y ...
Sustainability all around
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Progressive Materials supports sustainability, both in business and on the roof. When we talk about sustainable practices, the first thing that comes to many people’s minds are energy-efficient practices; things like installing solar panels and reflective roof coatings. These are a huge part of moving ...
A second chance to rise
By Emma Peterson. Learn how one training program is both giving people second chances and building a solution to the industry’s labor shortage. Tremco Weatherproofing Technologies Incorporated (WTI)’s RISE (Roofing Individuals Succeed through Education) initiative uses social and community outreach to help create pathways for entrance to the construction industry. ...
It’s award show season!
By Emma Peterson. Step aside Golden Globes, Grammys and Oscars, it’s time to for the NFBA Building of the Year! The National Frame Building Association (NFBA)’s Building of the Year Award winners will be announced soon! There are 24 different categories plus a Judges’ Award that NFBA members were able ...
A second chance to rise
By Emma Peterson. Learn how one training program is both giving people second chances and building a solution to the industry’s labor shortage. Tremco Weatherproofing Technologies Incorporated (WTI)’s RISE (Roofing Individuals Succeed through Education) initiative uses social and community outreach to help create pathways for entrance to the construction industry. ...
Taking the guesswork out of warranty applications
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Mule-Hide's warranty portal empowers contractors and simplifies warranties. Getting warranties is incredibly important for both building owners and contractors comfort and security, however applying for them can be a time-consuming and frustrating process. Traditionally, to get covered by a warranty, contractors need to submit ...
From Canadian roots to quality roofs: Why Canuck Roofing chooses IKO shingles
By Emma Peterson. By working with quality IKO products, this Canadian company can build trust and get referrals in their community. Canuck Roofing in British Columbia, Canada, was founded by Will Franklin in 2008 with the goal of creating safe, reliable and high-quality roofs with transparent business practices. They are ...
Many hands make easy work: The power of partnerships
By Emma Peterson. An extensive network of support means that coatings education and quality products are closer than ever. In this episode of CoatingsCast™, Timothy (Tim) Klindt from UNIFLEX stopped by to talk to Karen Edwards about the coatings world. Roof coatings are a great option to repair a roof ...
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