Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer

Recognizing women in the industry

June 8, 2025 at 3:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. Learn about how QXO is helping uplift women in the roofing industry. In a new Coffee Conversations, Megan Ellsworth got the chance to chat with Michelle Ly from Hall Roofing and Construction, Brooke Laizure of Whirlwind Roofing and Construction and Birte Von Schwarzenfeld who works at QXO (formerly Beacon) ...

Explore the world’s first roofing museum!

June 7, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. Located in Atlanta, Georgia, the Roof Musuem brings home and business owners into the world of roofing firsthand through classes, education and more! Recently, The Coffee Shop’s team members, Megan Ellsworth and Alex Tolle, had the chance to visit Atlanta, Georgia to check out the world’s first museum dedicated ...

Tech with a personal touch

June 7, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. Learn how this roofing professional leverages technology to better serve clients like you, without losing their personal touch. In a new episode of the AskARoofer podcast, Lauren White sat down with Todd Sandler to talk about how his team utilizes different technologies in the roofing business. Todd is the ...

Exploring the science of a safer built environment

June 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. This podcast from FORTIFIED by IBHS is a must-listen for anyone interested in the steps being taken to protect people and property from future natural disasters and hazards. Every roof’s first and foremost job is to protect the building and inhabitants beneath from the elements. These can include everything ...

Better outcomes at every level of the building envelope

June 5, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. Learn how Gaco is expanding its portfolio to better support contractors. Gaco has a reputation as a leading provider of coatings, adhesives and sealants. In February 2025, the brand announced a broader identity that brings its entire portfolio under the Gaco name. In action, this means ...

Restore and save with Ever-Crylic®

June 4, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. Learn about the sustainable and efficient restoration solution for built-up roofs. For building owners looking for a cost effective and sustainable way to restore and extend the lifespan of a built-up roof, EVERROOF offers a variety of products to get the job done through their Ever-Crylic® line. Including five ...

Celebrating architectural sheet metal craftsmanship

June 3, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. Submit your sheet metal projects to MRCA’s 2025 Sheet Metal Award before June 30! Since 1949, the Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) has been helping roofing professionals across the region build their businesses and improve the standards of their work. Today, they are still continuing that mission in a ...

Avoiding common financial mistakes

June 2, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. Get actionable advice and tips to avoid financial pitfalls in the contracting world. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sat down with Kerry Cloyd to talk about the financial side of the roofing industry. Kerry is the vice president of Customer Financial Services (CFS) at ...

Explore and engage at the 2025 Carolinas Roofing Expo and Meeting

June 2, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

By Emma Peterson. Don’t miss this opportunity to gather with like-minded professionals and learn and grow together. The Carolinas Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Associations (CRSMCA) is hosting their annual expo and meeting at the end of June this year! From June 25-27, professionals from around the industry will come together at ...