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Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
The future is fluid-applied
By Emma Peterson. Learn how the mindset around fluid-applied roofing is changing and why it’s happening now. In a new episode of CoatingsTalk, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Greg Hlavaty, the president of Western Colloid, to talk about the rise in interest in fluid-applied roof systems. Fluid-applied systems have been ...
Answering common snow retention questions
By Emma Peterson. Discover how S-5!’s solutions offer safety, function and style for roofs in any cold-weather region. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth sits down with David Stahler to talk about the significance of snow retention systems. These systems are crucial roofing accessories for areas that ...
WeatherShield Roofing and Sheetmetal is the October R-Club Roofer of the Month!
By Emma Peterson. Learn how this roofing team’s culture makes them masters of resilience and recovery, on and off the job site. We’re thrilled to announce that our R-Club Roofer of the Month for October 2025 is WeatherShield Roofing and Sheetmetal! They are a roofing company operating out of Aledo, ...
Who let the dogs out? TRI-BUILT!
By Emma Peterson. TRI-BUILT has opened submissions for their annual Top Dogs Calendar Contest! Do you have a fur-tastic friend in your life that you think deserves recognition? This is your opportunity to introduce them to the world! Every year, TRI-BUILT®, QXO’s private label brand, releases a calendar featuring ...
Meet your new favorite top and base coat duo!
By Emma Peterson. AlphaGuard® BIO coatings from Tremco are not only durable and high-performance, they’re also sustainable and versatile. Since Tremco was founded in 1928 by William Treuhaft, the company’s goal has been to provide top-tier, reliable building solutions that address the evolving needs of architects, contractors, facility managers, building ...
Small space, big dreams
By Emma Peterson. Don’t let space limit your ability to give your clients their dream landscape. In many urban areas, residential outdoor spaces are often limited. Residents might only have a small balcony, courtyard or porch area. But this small space doesn’t mean that they can’t have a beautiful ...
The countdown to IRE 2026 has begun!
By Emma Peterson. Get ready for three days full of roofing education, networking and innovation. January 2026 might seem far away right now, but with the holiday season quickly approaching, it’ll be here before we know it! And with January comes the International Roofing Expo (IRE). This year’s IRE will ...
5 lighting ideas to make an outdoor space shine
By Emma Peterson. Catch up on the 2025 trends defining the outdoor lighting market. Most homes feature at least one form of outdoor lighting, even if it’s as basic as a porch light. However, in recent years, the market has seen a rise in interest among homeowners looking to ...
Finding balance and success in a tech-driven era
By Emma Peterson. Karen Edwards shares her insights on AI and other new technologies that are changing the roofing industry. Recently, Karen Edwards represented The Coffee Shops™ at Pantheon 2025. Pantheon 2025 is ServiceTitan’s annual conference that brings their customer base together for a “two-day celebration of the trades grounded ...
Stay informed: September 2025 roofing legal updates
By Emma Peterson. From permits in Louisiana to lien law in Florida, Trent Cotney gives insights on legal changes across the country. Trent Cotney, a partner with Adams and Reese, is a well-known name in the roofing world. He specializes in roofing litigation and arbitration and has spent the last ...
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