Jesse Sanchez, Writer
Adhesive solutions expand possibilities for outdoor construction
By Jesse Sanchez. Contractors can use advanced adhesives and sealants to support landscape, window and door applications in outdoor building projects. At the International Builders Show (IBS), Franklin International showcased Titebond products designed to support contractors working across roofing, construction, landscaping and outdoor living projects. In the show village outdoor ...
Streamlining the sales process for peak performance
By Jesse Sanchez. Exploring the intricacies of sales process changes and how contractors can turn new behaviors into consistent, measurable performance. For contractors working to improve close rates, reduce cancellations and create more predictable revenue, the challenge is rarely identifying a better process. The real difficulty lies in ensuring that ...
Solar ventilation expands roofing value at IRE 2026
By Jesse Sanchez. Contractors explore active attic ventilation solutions that improve home performance and efficiency. At the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, contractors are moving beyond traditional roofing systems in search of solutions that deliver measurable performance gains, extend roof lifespan and create clear differentiation in a ...
Solar-powered ventilation brings clarity to a complex attic challenge
By Jesse Sanchez. Attic Breeze examines how balanced airflow supports roof durability, energy efficiency and long-term performance. Ventilation remains one of the most misunderstood components of a roofing system, yet its impact reaches far beyond the attic. During this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Adam Keithley, plant and operations ...
Beyond contacts: How CRMs improve production visibility
By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how connected CRM systems help roofing contractors track production, reduce delays and improve profitability. For many roofing contractors, customer relationship management systems (CRMs) such as Centerpoint Connect remain anchored in the sales process, used to store contacts, track leads and manage proposals. Once a job is ...
The Coffee Shops™ welcome InvoiceIQ!
An automated invoice processing platform built to help contractors catch overcharges and eliminate manual data entry. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades of roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living are pleased to welcome InvoiceIQ into ...
Offshore staffing model expands support for roofing contractors
By Jesse Sanchez. A growing approach to hiring, training and onboarding is helping contractors fill operational gaps without adding internal overhead. As roofing contractors contend with ongoing labor shortages and rising operational complexity, attention is shifting toward staffing models that extend capacity without increasing internal burden. Among them, offshore workforce ...
The Coffee Shops™ welcome the American Sports Builders Association!
By Jesse Sanchez. This trade association is committed to advancing standards in sports facility design, construction and maintenance. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning online communities where the industries meet for technologies, safety, information and education for the construction trades of roofing, metal, coatings and outdoor living, are pleased to welcome ...
AI tools and data insights take center stage
By Jesse Sanchez. Industry experts explore how integrated software, artificial intelligence and industry data can improve business performance for contractors. At the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas, technology and data-driven decision-making remained central themes as contractors looked for practical ways to improve efficiency and scale their operations. Speaking ...
Metal retrofit strengthens Baltimore cruise terminal roof
By Jesse Sanchez. Engineered metal-over-metal retrofit improved wind performance efficiency and long-term durability for a high-traffic waterfront facility. In 2011, Metal-Fab Manufacturing and Roof Hugger delivered a complex metal-over-metal retrofit for the Port of Baltimore Cruise Terminal, completing a much-needed public infrastructure upgrade. The 65,000-square-foot facility serves cruise passengers traveling ...
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