Roof Hugger
Dale Nelson - Coatings Versus Retrofitting: Choosing the Right Solution
In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Dale Nelson from Roof Hugger to explore the key differences between roof coatings and metal roof retrofit solutions. From understanding what a retrofit system is to discussing purlin strengthening, waterproofing, code compliance and long-term performance, they'll break ...
Dale Nelson - TPO Versus Metal 2.0
In this MetalCast™ episode, Heidi J. Ellsworh welcomes Dale Nelson from Roof Hugger to revisit the conversation on metal-over-metal retrofit systems versus TPO roofing. This episode takes a deeper look at the long-term realities building owners and contractors face after installation. From maintenance requirements and weather resistance to lifecycle costs ...
Metal Roofing: A Year in Review
In this MetalCast, Heidi J Ellsworth chats with Dale Neson and DJ Highnote about the state of the metal roofing industry as a rollercoaster of a year draws to a close. Together, they examine what drove metal roofing’s higher-than-average demand growth in 2025, from resilience and performance to market conditions. ...
Rethinking Retrofits: Metal Over Metal or TPO?
In this MetalCast™ episode, Heidi J Ellsworth visits with DJ Highnote from Roof Hugger for a high-level look at the differences between metal-over-metal retrofit roofing systems and TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) roofing. They examine key data on service life, explore critical structural concerns, like skipped purlin lines and explain why using ...















