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Jesse Sanchez, Writer
New integration aims to revolutionize roofing estimates
By Jesse Sanchez. This powerful digital tool aims to streamline bidding, cut costly site visits and boost data accuracy for contractors. A new collaboration between The EDGE® and EagleView is poised to change the way commercial roofing contractors approach bidding, takeoffs and data accuracy. Unveiled at the 2025 International Roofing ...
Crafting a slate legacy
By Jesse Sanchez. Compass Roofing’s second-generation leader leans into slate tradition and Scottish weather. Compass Roofing Limited has built its name on slate in one of the world’s most slate-heavy cities, and director Lewis Miller, who spoke on this episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, is carrying that legacy ...
Metal roofing made simple
By Jesse Sanchez. From copper to Galvalume, these free AI-driven tools bring clarity and confidence to metal roof planning. Homeowners eyeing a metal roof often face a familiar roadblock: too many options, too little clarity. Instant Roofer, a U.S.-based roofing tech company, is helping to cut through the noise with ...
Smarter roofing starts with smart calculators
By Jesse Sanchez Instant Roofer’s free AI-powered tools bring speed, clarity and confidence to every type of roofing project. Roof replacements can feel overwhelming, especially when the costs vary wildly depending on the material, labor and region. That’s where Instant Roofer comes in. This U.S.-based roofing tech company has developed ...
Strong teams, stronger roofs
By Jesse Sanchez. As labor shortages continue to impact roofing firms, DCX launches a new playbook for recruiting and retaining talent for long-term growth. Finding materials might be tough, but finding the right people is tougher—just ask any roofer. DCX, a leading partner for outsourced hiring solutions, has released its ...
Know the roof before you coat it
By Jesse Sanchez Free cost calculators help compare roofing materials before committing to a coating, upgrade or full replacement. Before recommending a roof coating to a customer, it pays to know exactly what you’re working with. That’s where Instant Roofer comes in. This U.S.-based roofing tech company offers a suite ...
The roof tech revolution
By Jesse Sanchez. A mobile-first strategy turns inspections into sales and data into loyalty. Once upon a time, roofing inspections ended with a clipboard of papers and a follow-up phone call. Not anymore. With the FCS Lifecycle from Jobba, roofing contractors are turning routine inspections into high-speed sales pipelines and ...
Roof smarter, not harder with these digital tools
By Jesse Sanchez. From shingles to solar, these free cost calculators provide real-time pricing and local pro connections to help you sell more. Instant Roofer, a roofing technology company based in the U.S., has a suite of smart, AI-powered cost calculators that simplify the roof replacement process, no sign-ups, no ...
Roof quotes, QR codes and the roofing tech revolution
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn more about the platform that helps contractors convert leads faster and with less hassle. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Karen Edwards discusses the backend mechanics and the big-picture strategy behind the Owens Corning® and ROOFLE partnership. Joining the conversation is Jon Gardner, head ...
A silent threat: The risk of powerful winds
By Jesse Sanchez Even heavy rooftop equipment isn’t immune to strong winds. Here’s how that’s changing the conversation around operational security. When Scott Carpenter describes a 60-ton HVAC unit being tossed across a roof by 65-mph winds, he isn’t telling a tall tale; he’s sounding the alarm on a very ...
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