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Renee Ramey - MCS Influencer
From officials and builders to homeowners, evidence for metal as a superior roofing choice keeps mounting
The evidence for metal as a superior roofing material for residential homes continues to gain major traction. Expert sources ranging from Florida Office of Insurance Regulation to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to Insurance Institute for Business and Safety (IBHS) have come forward, citing the benefits a metal roof can ...
Cities, states find cool roofs make major difference in intense summer heat
Cool roofs cut energy use, curb greenhouse gas emissions and reduce heat-related illnesses and deaths. As the part of a home subjected to the brunt of the most intense sun rays, it only makes sense that if you want to make a major difference in keeping your home cooler in the ...
Building a positive safety culture
MCS Influencer Renee Ramey says that at the end of the day, your employees’ safety should be a reason to celebrate! Safety in metal construction projects, specifically roofing, should be the top priority for any roofing business and/or installer. It's hard to create a successful business or make money if you're ...
Women across the industry
MCS Influencer Renee Ramey says that in every facet you can imagine women have impacted the industry. The following is the transcript of a live interview with Renee Ramey. You can read the interview below or listen to the recording. Megan Ellsworth: Hello everyone. My name is Megan Ellsworth here ...
Adios asphalt? The U.S. and Canadian residential roofing industry may be on the verge of a seismic shift
The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation made headlines recently by publicly stating asphalt roof shingles often do not last as long as manufacturers claim. For years, asphalt has been the most widely used residential roofing material in the U.S. and Canada. Homeowners often turned to asphalt roofing as a cheaper, readily ...
Keeping NWIR in the focus
By Lauren White. Making new connections, meeting new people, having new experiences were all part of our focus for NWIR Days 2025. Editor’s note: The following is a transcript of a conversation between the Coffee Shop crew about NWIR Days 2025. Megan Ellsworth: I attended the yoga session for the first day of ...
Re-roofing isn't a spring home improvement project to be taken lightly: Industry expert share 12 essential tips to get the job done right
Is this the year you finally stop putting off replacing the roof on your home? Industry experts weigh in on how homeowners can make wise re-roofing decisions by asking the right questions to ensure the best value, protection and peace of mind for their home. Spring is the time when homeowners ...
The Coffee Shops™ Announce 2025 Influencers
Our Influencers program celebrates its ninth year of giving back to the industries it serves. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2025 Influencers for RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS), MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS), CoatingsCoffeeShop® (CCS) and RCS en Español. Each month, ...
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