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<title>NRCA encourages roofing professionals to complete latest Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/nrca-encourages-roofing-professionals-to-complete-latest-quarterly-market-index-survey-for-reroofing-12</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>The survey is an industrywide effort to collect information about the reroofing market spearheaded by a coalition of trade associations.</h2>

<p>The National Roofing Contractors Association encourages roofing professionals to join industry trade associations representing contractors, consultants and manufacturers in the U.S. and Canada in taking part in the latest Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing to evaluate business conditions during the first quarter of 2026.</p>

<p>For more than two years, the survey has taken the pulse of the reroofing industry and continues to serve as a regular barometer of the industry&rsquo;s business conditions. By asking a handful of business questions and measuring responses across several demographics, the survey helps indicate the reroofing market&rsquo;s strength and trajectory. Your response provides valuable insight.</p>

<p>The results of the Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing are made available to all survey participants via an online dashboard that enables users to filter results by region and other metrics.</p>

<p>For the previous survey that measured business activity during the fourth quarter of 2025, 75% of responses came from roofing contractors and 25% came from roof consultants.</p>

<p>The survey is an industrywide effort to collect information about the reroofing market spearheaded by a coalition of trade associations, including the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association, Canadian Roofing Contractors Association, Chemical Fabrics &amp; Film Association Inc., EPDM Roofing Association, International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants, Metal Construction Association, Metal Roofing Alliance, National Roofing Contractors Association, National Women in Roofing, Polyisocyanurate Insulation Manufacturers Association, Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association and Single Ply Roofing Industry.</p>

<p>The Quarterly Market Index Survey for Reroofing is available at <a href="http://bit.ly/RoofingSurvey" target="_blank">bit.ly/RoofingSurvey</a>. Survey responses may be submitted through April 20.</p>

<p><strong>About National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA)</strong></p>

<p>Since 1886, the National Roofing Contractors Association has been the home for generations of entrepreneurial craftsmen and enterprises who shelter and protect America&rsquo;s families and businesses and each other. Our vision is the recognition of our members as professionals and to unite the industry to that purpose. NRCA is one of the construction industry&rsquo;s most respected trade associations and the voice of roofing professionals and leading authority in the roofing industry for information, education, technology and advocacy. It represents all segments of the roofing industry, including contractors; manufacturers; distributors; architects; consultants; engineers; building owners; and city, state and government agencies. For information about NRCA and its services and offerings, visit <a href="http://www.nrca.net" target="_blank">www.nrca.net</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Beautifully complex: Stunning metal roof on utah home named winner of MRA&apos;s competition</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/beautifully-complex-stunning-metal-roof-on-utah-home-named-winner-of-mras-competition</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2 dir="auto">MRA announces two Best Residential Metal Roofing Project winners for Q-1 2026.</h2>

<p dir="auto">A show-stopping roof located in Promontory, Utah has been chosen as a top winner of Metal Roofing Alliance&rsquo;s (MRA) Best Residential Metal Roofing Project competition for the first quarter of 2026.</p>

<p dir="auto">Manufactured by MRA member <a href="https://drexmet.com/" rel="" target="_blank"><u>Drexel Metals</u></a>&nbsp;and installed by <a href="https://viotell.com/" rel="" target="_blank"><u>VIOTELL Roofing Solutions</u></a>, the roofing system for this 10,000 square-foot home is designed to perform in Utah&rsquo;s demanding climate, which includes heavy snow loads, harsh winters and intense summer sun exposure. In addition to long-term durability, the metal roof provides low-maintenance performance, sustainability benefits and improved energy efficiency typical of premium residential metal roofing systems.</p>

<p dir="auto">This award-winning roof stands out for its highly complex roof design which has numerous transitions and intersecting planes. Metal was the preferred roofing material because it best supported the home&rsquo;s architectural complexity and overall design aesthetic. The roof includes multiple facets, transitions and high-end detailing, all of which required a high level of precision to execute a watertight assembly while preserving clean visual lines.</p>

<p dir="auto">&ldquo;We&rsquo;re proud of this one because it represents what high-end metal roofing should look like when it&rsquo;s done right. The design pushed complexity, which demands a higher level of coordination, craftsmanship and accountability,&rdquo; said Anthony Ortega, VIOTELL Roofing Solutions. &ldquo;Our team stayed disciplined through every detail and delivered something that not only complements the architecture but is built to perform in Utah&rsquo;s conditions long term.&rdquo;</p>

<p dir="auto">One of the most notable aspects of this project is how the roof establishes the home&rsquo;s identity from the initial approach. The roofline is the first defining feature, setting the tone for the entire structure. Moving closer, the complexity of the facets and transitions becomes more apparent, framed by the surrounding landscape and retaining wall. The result is a roof that not only performs at a high level but also carries the architectural vision of the home.</p>

<p dir="auto">MRA awarded Best Residential Metal Roofing Project to two top winners for the first quarter of 2026. The other winning entry features a stunning copper roof located in Possuum Kingdom, Texas, completed by Metal Master Roofing and Construction. See announcement here <a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/post/major-wow-factor-a-beyond-impressive-copper-roof-is-named-winner-of-mra-s-competition" rel="" target="_blank"><u>https://www.metalroofing.com/post/major-wow-factor-a-beyond-impressive-copper-roof-is-named-winner-of-mra-s-competition</u></a></p>

<p dir="auto">With this phase of the competition now closed, the search is on for MRA&rsquo;s Best Residential Metal Roofing project for the second quarter of 2026. Open to U.S. and Canada homeowners, contractors, installers and manufacturers, honors are awarded for project appearance, performance and originality/use of materials. Interested participants can find <a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-contest-form" rel="" target="_blank"><u>information about how to enter and competition rules online</u></a>&nbsp;at <a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-contest-form" rel="" target="_blank"><u>https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-contest-form</u></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Major wow factor: A beyond-impressive copper roof is named winner of MRA&apos;s competition</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/major-wow-factor-a-beyond-impressive-copper-roof-is-named-winner-of-mras-competition</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>MRA announces two Best Residential Metal Roofing Project winners for Q-1 2026.</h2>

<p dir="auto">The word &ldquo;impressive&rdquo; doesn&rsquo;t begin to describe one of the winning entries of Metal Roofing Alliance&rsquo;s (MRA) Best Residential Metal Roofing Project competition for the first quarter of 2026. That&rsquo;s what the judges had to say about a breathtaking copper roof installation on a home in Possuum Kingdom, Texas, located about two hours outside of Fort Worth.</p>

<p dir="auto">Originally, the home had a galvalume standing seam roof that had been damaged by hail. When the current homeowner purchased the property, he decided he wanted to replace the roofing system entirely with copper, including the gutters and downspouts on all three structures &ndash; the house, guest house and boat garage.</p>

<p dir="auto">Massive in scale, the homeowner chose <a href="https://www.metalmasterroofing.net/about/" rel="" target="_blank"><u>Metal Master Roofing</u></a>&nbsp;to spearhead the project. The company handled all the prep work and partnered with its long-time sub, Copper Masters in Fort Worth, on the installation. M&amp;C Seamless Gutters installed the copper gutters and downspouts.</p>

<p dir="auto">Facing supply issues that made it difficult to secure enough available copper, it took Metal Master Roofing working with different suppliers over a couple of months to get the material needed for the job. Once the project began, the crew did masterful work removing the galvalume roof, trim and underlayment, replacing all of the rotten decking. The new copper roof was installed with a high temperature ice and watershield underlayment for maximum durability and protection. The 1&rdquo; double lock panels were mechanically sealed and great care was taken to form and seam the panels, as one improperly seamed panel would have been very costly. The crew also painstakingly soldered the pipe flashing, roof vents, crickets and laps in the valley to prevent possible leaks in the future.</p>

<p dir="auto">&ldquo;This is the largest copper roof we&rsquo;ve installed in the 45 years we&rsquo;ve been in business,&rdquo; said Philip Miller, Metal Master Roofing. &ldquo;The owner of the property loves his new copper roof and Metal Master Roofing is proud to have been chosen for this incredible project.&rdquo;</p>

<p dir="auto">MRA awarded Best Residential Metal Roofing Project honors to two top winners for the first quarter of 2026. The other winning entry features a complex and beautiful metal roofing system on a home in Utah, completed by <a href="https://drexmet.com/" rel="" target="_blank"><u>Drexel Metals</u></a>&nbsp;and installed by <a href="https://viotell.com/" rel="" target="_blank"><u>VIOTELL Roofing Solutions</u></a>. See announcement here <a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/post/beautifully-complex-stunning-metal-roof-on-utah-home-named-winner-of-mra-s-competition" rel="" target="_blank"><u>https://www.metalroofing.com/post/beautifully-complex-stunning-metal-roof-on-utah-home-named-winner-of-mra-s-competition</u></a></p>

<p dir="auto">With this phase of the competition now closed, the search is on for MRA&rsquo;s Best Residential Metal Roofing project for the second quarter of 2026. Open to U.S. and Canada homeowners, contractors, installers and manufacturers, honors are awarded for project appearance, performance and originality/use of materials. Interested participants can find <a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-contest-form" rel="" target="_blank"><u>information about how to enter and competition rules online</u></a>&nbsp;at <a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-contest-form" rel="" target="_blank"><u>https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-contest-form</u></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>MRA announces new members for 2026, driven by robust residential metal roofing market</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/mra-announces-new-members-for-2026-driven-by-robust-residential-metal-roofing-market</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:00:00 PDT</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>As the largest nonprofit trade organization representing the residential metal roofing industry in the U.S. and Canada, MRA plays an essential role as a credible, trustworthy source for homeowners looking for reliable, long-lasting and strong performing metal roofing solutions.</h2>

<p>Driven by a strong and growing residential metal roofing market, the&nbsp;<a href="http://www.metalroofing.com/" id="anchor-2b303944-afaf-56c3-c095-d4111d9ac138" rel="" target="_blank" title="http://www.metalroofing.com/">Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA)</a>, the leading nonprofit trade organization representing the industry in the U.S. and Canada, announces new members for 2026, including:</p>

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	<li><a href="https://sheffieldmetals.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://sheffieldmetals.com/">Sheffield Metals</a>, MRA Manufacturer Member, based in Sheffield Village, Ohio. A leading standing seam metal roof and wall products supplier, providing contractors, manufacturers and wholesalers with the complete package of high quality metal roofing and wall materials. (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/sheffield-metals" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/sheffield-metals">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/sheffield-metals</a>)</li>
	<li><a href="https://newtechmachinery.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://newtechmachinery.com/">New Tech Machinery</a>, MRA Supporting Member, based in Aurora, Colorado.&nbsp;Providing the world&rsquo;s finest portable rollforming machines, New Tech Machinery offers seamless gutter, metal roof and wall panel machines. (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/new-tech-machinery" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/new-tech-machinery">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/new-tech-machinery</a>)</li>
	<li><a href="https://sheridansheetmetal.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://sheridansheetmetal.com/">Sheridan Sheet Metal</a>, MRA Manufacturer Member, based in New Hope, Minnesota.&nbsp;Sheridan Sheet Metal produces high quality architectural sheet metal products for residential and commercial gutters and roofs (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/sheridan-sheet-metal-company" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/sheridan-sheet-metal-company">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/sheridan-sheet-metal-company</a>)</li>
	<li><a href="https://metalexteriors.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://metalexteriors.com/">Metal Exteriors</a>, MRA Manufacturer Member, based in Shiloh, Ohio. Metal Exteriors manufactures roofing panels (standing seam, exposed fastener panels and metal shingles) as well as siding panels ranging from traditional ag panels to shiplap, clapboard and the company&rsquo;s signature board and batten styles (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/metal-exteriors" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/metal-exteriors">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/metal-exteriors</a>)</li>
	<li><a href="https://www.bluescopecoatedproducts.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.bluescopecoatedproducts.com/">BlueScope Coated Products</a>, MRA Supplier Member, based in Middletown, Ohio. BlueScope Coated Products is a leader in metal coil coating, including high quality coated steel and aluminum. (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/bluescope-coated-products" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/bluescope-coated-products">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/bluescope-coated-products</a>)</li>
	<li><a href="https://www.ascbp.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.ascbp.com/">ASC Building Product</a>s, MRA Manufacturer Member, based in West Sacramento, California.&nbsp; ASC Building Products is a leader in metal roofing and siding for the residential, agricultural and building industry. (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/asc-profiles-llc" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/asc-profiles-llc">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/asc-profiles-llc</a>)</li>
	<li>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.aepspan.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.aepspan.com/">AEP Span</a>, MRA Manufacturer National Member, based in West Sacramento, California.&nbsp; AEP Span offers a full line of performance-rated architectural metal roofing and siding. (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/aep-span" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/aep-span">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/aep-span</a>)</li>
	<li><a href="https://www.steelscape.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.steelscape.com/">Steelscape</a>, MRA Supplier Member, based in Kalama, Washington. Steelscape is a leading manufacturer of painted and steel coated products. (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/steelscape" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/steelscape">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/steelscape</a>)</li>
	<li><a href="https://coppercraft.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://coppercraft.com/">Copper Craft</a>, MRA Manufacturer Member, based in Fort Worth, Texas.&nbsp; Copper Craft offers a range of copper solutions for residential and commercial builds, including high quality copper roofing, gutters, fascia, coil and decorative accents. (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/copper-craft" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/copper-craft">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/copper-craft</a>)</li>
	<li><a href="https://www.fbisupplynh.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.fbisupplynh.com/">FBI Supply Outlet</a>, MRA Manufacturer Member, based in Northfield, New Hampshire. Serving homeowners as well as the construction industry, FBI Supply Outlet fabricates seamless gutters onsite and precise metal flashing of all shapes. (<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/fbi-supply-outlet" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/fbi-supply-outlet">https://www.metalroofing.com/product-page/fbi-supply-outlet</a>)</li>
	<li>In addition, MRA has added eight new contractor members since the beginning of the year. A complete list of contractor members can be found at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-members?Member+Type=Contractor&amp;page=3" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-members?Member+Type=Contractor&amp;page=3">https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-members?Member+Type=Contractor&amp;page=3</a></li>
</ul>

<p><strong>About Metal Roofing Alliance</strong></p>

<p>As the largest nonprofit trade organization representing the residential metal roofing industry in the U.S. and Canada, MRA plays an essential role as a credible, trustworthy source for homeowners looking for reliable, long-lasting and strong performing metal roofing solutions. Backed by decades of industry experience and expertise, MRA and its members provide a wide variety education, resources and tools for homeowners about the value and benefits that quality metal roofing offers, including the industry&rsquo;s most comprehensive&nbsp;<a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-resources" rel="" target="_blank" title="https://www.metalroofing.com/mra-resources">Metal Roofing Buyer&rsquo;s Guide</a>.</p>

<p>MRA offers a variety of membership levels for &ldquo;best in the business&rdquo; companies, including manufacturer (national and regional), supplier, ancillary / accessory, trade associations and media partnerships. A robust membership program for metal roofing contractors and distributors also is available.&nbsp;For more information about MRA membership, residential metal roofing resources and tools, visit MRA at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.metalroofing.com/" rel="" target="_blank" title="http://www.metalroofing.com/">www.metalroofing.com</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Using social media to amplify your messages</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/using-social-media-to-amplify-your-messages</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:30:00 PST</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>MCS Influencer Renee Ramey says social media has been one of the more effective platforms for reaching people.</h2>

<p><em>Editor&#39;s note: The following is a transcript of a conversation Renee Ramey of&nbsp;<a href="https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/directory/mra-metal-roofing-alliance">Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA)</a>. You can listen to the interview or read the transcript below.</em></p>

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<p><strong>Jenny Yu:</strong>&nbsp;Hi everyone, this is Jenny Yu with MetalCoffeeShop and today I&#39;m joined by Renee Ramey, the executive director of Metal Roofing Alliance, thank you for being with us. This March we&#39;re discussing social media and it&#39;s impact on the industry. So we were wondering if you could share your thoughts specifically on using short form videos and live content to build trust and authority.</p>

<p><strong>Renee Ramey:</strong>&nbsp;Social media is a really big part of our program. We&#39;ve found it to be one of the more effective platforms for reaching homeowners, probably for obvious reasons. But certainly not even just on social media, but specifically on social media, any kind of a short form video, anything live, anything that is eye catching, provides imagery, again, video, things of that nature. We really see an uptick in the likes or the shares or what have you through social media with content like that.</p>

<p>So highly recommend it. We share that message quite often to our members as well as you know the more short form video, the more imagery, the more again eye-catching stuff you can share the better you&#39;re going to be.</p>

<p><strong>Jenny Yu:</strong>&nbsp;Perfect. And yeah, we&#39;re also online, so it&#39;s a great message to share. Thank you so much.</p>

<p><strong>Renee Ramey:</strong>&nbsp;You&#39;re welcome.</p>

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<title>Opening the door for women in metal</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/opening-the-door-for-women-in-metal</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:30:00 PST</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>MCS Influencer Renee Ramey says that when she was getting into roofing 30 years ago, male mentors were key to pushing open doors for women in the industry.&nbsp;</h2>

<p><em>Editor&#39;s note: The following is a transcript of a conversation with Renee Ramey of the <a href="https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/directory/mra-metal-roofing-alliance" target="_blank">Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA)</a>. You can listen to the interview or read the transcript below.</em></p>

<p><iframe height="128" scrolling="no" src="https://play.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/40207570/height/128/theme/modern/size/standard/thumbnail/yes/custom-color/424656/time-start/00:00:00/hide-playlist/yes/font-color/FFFFFF" style="border: none;" title="Embed Player" width="100%"></iframe></p>

<p><strong>Jenny Yu: </strong>Hi everyone, my name is Jenny Yu and I&#39;m here with MetalCoffeeShop for an influencer response. Today we have Renee Ramey, the executive director of Metal Roofing Alliance. How are you doing today, Renee?</p>

<p><strong>Renee Ramey: </strong>Great!</p>

<p><strong>Jenny Yu: </strong>So this month we&#39;re talking about women in metal and we were wondering if you could share your thoughts specifically about the role of male allies and leadership in advancing women in metal.</p>

<p><strong>Renee Ramey:&nbsp;</strong>Yeah, that speaks very closely and near and dear to my heart. I started out in this industry almost 30 years ago, and at the time there were not a lot of women in the industry. And through a variety of reasons, I ended up being able to participate in several trade associations. And I think a game changer for me back then in my level of involvement and gaining experience was definitely tied to mentors, male mentors that were in the associations, in the industry, owned companies, worked at companies that were just there to help lead and guide and in some cases push and open doors.</p>

<p>And because of those wonderful mentors, I was able to establish some experience, make some strong connections, you know, network and ultimately where I am today as the executive director of the MRA is very strongly tied to a lot of those male mentorships and friendships that I developed early on.</p>

<p><strong>Jenny Yu: </strong>Beautiful. Thank you Renee for sharing and it&#39;s so important that we have leaders, male and female, know, lifting us all up. Thank you so much for sharing your response.</p>

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<title>MRA Execute Director Renee Ramey receives top honors for driving residential metal roofing growth, adoption</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/mra-execute-director-renee-ramey-receives-top-honors-for-driving-residential-metal-roofing-growth-adoption</link>
<description>mra-execute-director-renee-ramey-receives-top-honors-for-driving-residential-metal-roofing-growth-adoption</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 10:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>This top honor is bestowed upon an outstanding industry professional for their contributions to the success of the association and the betterment of the metal construction industry.</h2>

<p>Renee Ramey, executive director of the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), recently received one of the Metal Construction Association&rsquo;s (MCA) highest honors &mdash; the Larry A. Swaney Award &mdash; at MCA&rsquo;s 2026 Winter Meeting held in San Antonio, Texas.</p>

<p>Ramey was honored with the Larry A. Swaney Award for her leadership role in working to grow the residential metal roofing market. In the U.S. alone, market share for metal roofing has risen from 3% at MRA&rsquo;s inception to now capturing over 17% of the overall residential roofing market. This top honor is bestowed upon an outstanding industry professional for their contributions to the success of the association and the betterment of the metal construction industry.</p>

<p>In her role, Ramey guides MRA&rsquo;s focus on rigorous quality and uniformity standards and helps drive consumer and homeowner awareness and adoption in the U.S. and Canada by promoting the many benefits of high quality metal roofing. MRA works together with contractors, manufacturers, roofing coalitions and industry partners to highlight the advantages of residential metal roofing as a sustainable, long lasting and resilient option. Ramey has served as executive director of the MRA since 2017 and has long been recognized for her leadership role in the metal industry.</p>

<p>MCA also recognized long-time MRA member Rob Haddock, CEO and founder of S-5!, by awarding him the Patrick R. Bush Service Award. This award honors the outstanding volunteer contributions of an individual from an MCA member company. This award was created to commemorate Patrick R. Bush, a significant and long-serving member of the MCA board.</p>

<p>Haddock&rsquo;s legendary career as a renowned metal roofing expert, inventor and industry pioneer spans nearly four decades, earning him a long list of honors including an early induction into the Metal Construction Hall of Fame.</p>

<p>Previous MCA service award recipients can be seen here: <a href="http://www.metalconstruction.org/index.php/events/other-awards" target="_blank">www.metalconstruction.org/index.php/events/other-awards</a></p>

<p><strong>About Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA)</strong></p>

<p>Representing the residential metal roofing industry in the United States and Canada, the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) was formed to help educate consumers about the many benefits of metal roofing. For more information about MRA membership, residential metal roofing resources and tools, visit MRA at <a href="http://www.metalroofing.com" target="_blank">www.metalroofing.com</a>.</p>

<p><strong>About the Metal Construction Association</strong></p>

<p>Founded in 1983, MCA represents over 100 member companies that manufacture and distribute products for the metal construction industry. The association&rsquo;s mission is to promote the use of metal in the building envelope. Member volunteers collaborate on projects to educate contractors and architects about best practices for metal design and installation, while also ensuring compliance with evolving building codes and standards that support safety, sustainability and performance. Companies involved in MCA benefit greatly from activities focused on research, codes and standards, market development and technical programs. For more information, visit <a href="http://metalconstruction.org" target="_blank">metalconstruction.org</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Weathering the storm</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/weathering-the-storm-4</link>
<description>weathering-the-storm-4</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 09:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><p>By Anna Lockhart.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h2>Metal roofing materials are designed to be reliable and durable through Mother Nature&rsquo;s most extreme weather events. Metal experts break down ways metal roofs can be the industry&rsquo;s answer.&nbsp; &nbsp;</h2>

<p><a href="https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/webinar/built-to-withstand">In a recent Coffee Conversations&reg;</a>, host Karen Edwards sat down with metal industry experts to discuss the ways in which increasingly extreme weather events are impacting the metal roofing market. As climate change and harsh weather conditions become a frequent concern, it is critical that roofing systems and materials are up to the challenge of withstanding such disasters. Renee Ramey, executive director of the <a href="https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/directory/mra-metal-roofing-alliance">Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA)</a>, and Stefan L. Boyer, co-owner of Metal Roofing Headquarters, share insights into how the superior performance and sustainability of metal materials can be a key driver for a safer, more secure future.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Home and building owners across the United States have seen an alarming increase in wildfires, hurricanes and severe storms in recent years, and these extreme weather events are looking like the new normal. Industry experts are zeroing in on finding reliable solutions, roofing materials that can withstand and outlast such weather events. The resounding answer? Metal.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>&ldquo;With metal, you get the durability factor, and you&rsquo;ve also got an environmentally friendly aspect, too. They go hand in hand,&rdquo; said Stefan. &ldquo;In a severe weather event like a hurricane or hailstorm, how is the [roof] going to perform, and how well is it going to weather over time? Metal roofing is by far the best option when looking at both of those considerations.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In consideration of the impact of climate change and how sustainable practices can help prevent worsening the environment, roofs using shingles and other non-recyclable materials are not the responsible option. On the other hand, metal roofs are recyclable and energy efficient, making them an ideal solution for owners looking for an eco-conscious and economic solution.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Educating homeowners of such benefits has become a major initiative for the MRA, sharing valuable resources and guides to selecting the best roofing materials based on regional factors and weather events. Renee shared, &ldquo;As severe weather events have become more impactful and frequent in recent years, we&rsquo;ve focused on educating on a regional basis, highlighting what should be considered when you&rsquo;re selecting a roof based on where you live.&rdquo;&nbsp;</p>

<p>&ldquo;Regional weather concerns, paired with the challenges we&rsquo;ve seen occurring with insurance companies, it&rsquo;s really hard to argue against choosing a metal roof because of the durability it provides,&rdquo; Renee emphasized. As insurance rates skyrocket and companies become increasingly difficult to work with in providing adequate or fair policies, advocating for metal roofing options as the most reasonable solution is paramount.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/38944830">Listen to the conversation</a> or <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAffm8sZJAA">Watch the webinar</a> to learn more about what the experts have to say about metal roofing and the fight against extreme weather conditions.&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>How 2025 is shaping up to be a major year for metal</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/how-2025-is-shaping-up-to-be-a-major-year-for-metal</link>
<description>how-2025-is-shaping-up-to-be-a-major-year-for-metal</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 12:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>As metal roofing sales continue to climb and homeowners see the value in switching to metal roofing materials, now&rsquo;s the time to lean into the trend.&nbsp;</h2>

<p>For metal contractors, it&rsquo;s hard to miss just how quickly the market has changed its tune for <a href="https://www.mcelroymetal.com/metal-roofing">metal roofing</a> materials. As the <a href="https://blog.mcelroymetal.com/metal-roofing-contractors/the-shifting-landscape-of-residential-roofing-what-it-means-for-contractors">demand for metal continues to grow</a>, it&rsquo;s critical to take advantage of this shift and prepare to take on these sales opportunities head-on. As 2025 continues to mark itself as a great year for metal, here&rsquo;s an overview from the experts at <a href="https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/directory/mcelroy-metal">McElroy Metal</a> of what the year has seen so far, and what&rsquo;s to come.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h3>The market is speaking &mdash; and it&#39;s saying &quot;metal&quot;&nbsp;</h3>

<p>Let&#39;s talk about numbers for a moment. The <a href="https://www.databridgemarketresearch.com/reports/global-metal-roofing-market">global metal roofing market</a> hit $22.55 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $32.83 billion by 2032. That&#39;s a compound annual growth rate of 4.81% &mdash; consistent, strong growth that translates directly to more opportunities for contractors like you.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But here&#39;s what those numbers really mean for your business: customers are finally understanding what we&#39;ve known all along. Metal roofing isn&#39;t just another option &mdash; it&#39;s the smart choice. The <a href="https://www.metalroofing.com/">Metal Roofing Alliance</a> reports that metal roofs can slash energy consumption by up to 40% in certain regions. With energy costs climbing and sustainability becoming non-negotiable for many customers, that&#39;s a selling point that practically sells itself.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Weather is your competitive advantage&nbsp;</h3>

<p>Remember the storms from last season? Your metal roof customers probably do too, because their roofs are still intact. <a href="https://www.fraserroofing.com/">Fraser Roofing</a>&#39;s latest analysis confirms what we see in the field: the best metal roofs can withstand wind speeds up to 140 mph. In hurricane and tornado-prone regions, that&#39;s not just a feature &mdash; it&#39;s peace of mind you can deliver.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This weather resilience is becoming your biggest differentiator, especially as extreme weather events become more frequent. When homeowners watch their neighbors replace traditional roofing materials year after year, metal&#39;s durability becomes an easy value proposition to make.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Sustainability isn&#39;t just trendy &mdash; it&#39;s profitable&nbsp;</h3>

<p><a href="https://blog.mcelroymetal.com/metal-roofing-contractors/guide-to-metal-siding-panels">Here&#39;s something that might surprise customers</a> who haven&#39;t done their homework: most metal roofing products contain significant recycled content and are 100% recyclable at the end of their life. For eco-conscious consumers, that&#39;s a compelling reason to choose metal. Combined with the energy efficiency benefits from metal&#39;s reflective properties, you&#39;re not just selling a roof &mdash; you&#39;re selling a responsible choice that saves money long-term.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<h3>The challenge we all face: finding good people&nbsp;</h3>

<p>Let&#39;s address the elephant in the room. The <a href="https://www.roofingcontractor.com/topics/3306-state-of-the-industry">2025 State of the Roofing Industry Report</a> reveals what we&#39;re all experiencing: 61% of commercial contractors cite lack of qualified workers as their biggest challenge. The <a href="https://www.abc.org/">Associated Builders and Contractors</a> projects we&#39;ll need an additional 439,000 construction workers by year&#39;s end. That&#39;s a massive gap affecting every aspect of our business.&nbsp;</p>

<p>But here&#39;s the thing &mdash; challenges create opportunities for contractors willing to think differently.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Smart contractors are getting creative&nbsp;</h3>

<p>The most successful contractors in our industry aren&#39;t waiting for the labor shortage to solve itself. They&#39;re taking action:&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Grow your own talent:</strong> Instead of competing for experienced installers, develop in-house training programs. Yes, it requires patience and investment upfront, but you&#39;ll build loyalty and maintain your quality standards. Plus, workers trained your way do things your way.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Embrace technology:</strong> Drone technology is revolutionizing how we approach inspections and estimates. As <a href="https://www.iko.com/">IKO</a>&#39;s recent analysis points out, drones eliminate safety risks like tripping hazards, accidental contact with power lines and walking on damaged roofs. They also reduce weather delays and equipment setup time &mdash; meaning you can do more with the same crew size.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Build a culture people want to join:</strong> In a tight labor market, your company culture becomes a competitive advantage. Focus on safety, professional development and fair compensation. The survey data shows that nearly two-thirds of contractors believe a safe work environment is critical to employee retention.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Streamline everything:</strong> According to <a href="https://www.jbknowledge.com/">JBKnowledge</a>&#39;s Annual Construction Technology Report, approximately 60.7% of commercial contractors now use estimating software, with 83% using enterprise or accounting software. These tools help you do more with fewer people &mdash; and that&#39;s not just helpful, it&#39;s essential in today&#39;s market.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Where the growth is happening&nbsp;</h3>

<p>The residential market continues showing robust demand. According to the latest State of the Industry report, 72% of residential contractors expect further growth in 2025, with 77% anticipating expansion over the next three years. What&#39;s particularly exciting is the geographic expansion &mdash; Southern contractors are especially optimistic, with 81% expecting sales growth compared to 64% in the Northeast.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the commercial side, metal roofing system sales growth is expected to significantly exceed the growth we saw from 2023 to 2024. Commercial property owners are finally recognizing what residential customers have been discovering: metal delivers long-term value, energy efficiency and sustainability that other materials simply can&#39;t match.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Technology that&#39;s changing everything&nbsp;</h3>

<p>Beyond drones, we&#39;re seeing advancement in metal coating technology that&#39;s expanding color options and performance characteristics. Modern coatings offer improved energy efficiency, enhanced durability and greater resistance to fading and corrosion, giving you even more selling points when talking to prospects.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Digital business tools continue transforming operations. The right software can streamline everything from initial estimates to final billing, helping you operate more efficiently despite staffing constraints.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Safety can&#39;t be an afterthought&nbsp;</h3>

<p>Many residential contractors do not hold daily or even weekly safety talks. Many only have them just once a year. With less experienced workers entering our industry due to the labor shortage, robust safety protocols aren&#39;t just important &mdash; they&#39;re business-critical.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Consider increasing your safety meeting frequency. Weekly toolbox talks take minimal time but keep safety awareness high. Ensure all workers receive proper training and document it. Regularly inspect and maintain safety equipment. Most importantly, lead by example &mdash; when leadership prioritizes safety over production speed, workers follow suit.&nbsp;</p>

<h3>Your path forward&nbsp;</h3>

<p>The metal roofing industry is positioned for substantial growth, but success won&#39;t automatically flow to every contractor. The companies that will thrive are those willing to invest in technology, training, and operational efficiency. They&#39;re the ones solving the labor shortage creatively rather than simply complaining about it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The market is telling us that 2025 is our year. Customers want what we&#39;re selling. The question isn&#39;t whether the opportunities exist &mdash; it&#39;s whether you&#39;re positioned to capitalize on them.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The contractors who embrace these changes, who invest in their people and their processes, who use technology to multiply their capabilities &mdash; they&#39;re the ones who will look back on 2025 as the year everything changed for their business.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The market is ready. The question is: Are you?&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Original article source: <a href="https://blog.mcelroymetal.com/metal-roofing-contractors/why-2025-could-be-the-best-year-yet-as-a-metal-roofing-contractor?utm_campaign=Contractor&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9xTTremJXbHAXE0UKH6YdAaPJth2BRHi1n-8AI4io6xbqDu4iQmCHr9B42hEeLiZ4kpYEKFgwaRW0HPLY5_hYkn2HTQuLVyq2bbl8m5SE3UfJQim8&amp;_hsmi=366396230&amp;utm_content=366396230&amp;utm_source=hs_email">McElroy Metal</a></em></p>]]></content:encoded>
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<title>Metal Construction Association announces 2026 Board</title>
<link>https://www.metalcoffeeshop.com/post/metal-construction-association-announces-2026-board</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:00 PST</pubDate>
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            style=' '  loading='lazy' /><br><h2>Lee Ann Slattery will be first female chair.</h2>

<p>The Metal Construction Association (MCA) is pleased to announce its new officers for 2026. Elected by MCA members, the board will be led by Lee Ann Slattery of ATAS International, the organization&rsquo;s first female chair.</p>

<p>Slattery joins executive committee members:</p>

<ul style="list-style-type:disc">
	<li><strong>Vice chair:</strong> Bill Hartford, Sherwin-Williams</li>
	<li><strong>Treasurer:</strong> David Stermer, Metal Sales</li>
	<li><strong>Secretary:</strong> Chandler Barden, CIDAN Machinery</li>
	<li><strong>Past chair:</strong> Brian Partyka, Carlisle Companies Inc</li>
	<li><strong>Market development chair:</strong> Jules&nbsp;Dekovics, OMG</li>
	<li><strong>MRA president:</strong> Todd Miller,&nbsp;Isaiah Industries, Inc.</li>
</ul>

<p>Slattery joined the MCA board in 2020 and quickly became an officer, serving as chair of the market development committee. In 2023, she received MCA&rsquo;s Patrick R. Bush Service Award.&nbsp;She serves on the education committee for the National Women in Roofing and is also a founder and a director of the Let&rsquo;s Build Construction Camp for Girls. In 2020, she was inducted as a Fellow of the Construction Specifications Institute, where she served on its national board for four years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&ldquo;I am excited about the upcoming growth and innovation for MCA and I believe we will reach new milestones with such a talented team of industry leaders on the board and staff,&rdquo; said Slattery.</p>

<p>Slattery will succeed Chandler Barden, who most recently served as chair. Barden will continue serving as the association&#39;s secretary. The organization extends special thanks to him for his ongoing dedication to the industry.</p>

<p>The executive committee works alongside MCA directors, which include:</p>

<ul style="list-style-type:disc">
	<li>RC Antal, ATAS International&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Michael Beck, Accurate Perforating</li>
	<li>Mark Carlisle, US Steel</li>
	<li>Dustin Haddock, S-5!</li>
	<li>Jessica Haddock, S-5!</li>
	<li>DJ Highnote, RoofHugger</li>
	<li>Jeff Hock, Sheffield Metals</li>
	<li>Sean McCue, Precoat Metals</li>
	<li>Ken McLauchlan, Carlisle Building Products</li>
	<li>Karan Patel, Applied Fabricators</li>
	<li>John Trifonoff, East Coast Metals&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Jodi Wagoner, Steel Dynamics</li>
	<li>Mike Weis, Petersen Aluminum Corp.</li>
</ul>

<p>The board members are elected by the MCA members from the slate recommended by the nominating committee, with each serving a three-year term.</p>

<p><strong>About the Metal Construction Association</strong></p>

<p>Founded in 1983, MCA represents over 100 member companies that manufacture and distribute products for the metal construction industry. The association&rsquo;s mission is to promote the use of metal in the building envelope. Member volunteers collaborate on projects to educate contractors and architects about best practices for metal design and installation, while also ensuring compliance with evolving building codes and standards that support safety, sustainability and performance. Companies involved in MCA benefit greatly from activities focused on research, codes and standards, market development and technical programs. For more information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://metalconstruction.org/" target="_blank" title="https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fu7061146.ct.sendgrid.net%2fls%2fclick%3fupn%3du001.gqh-2BaxUzlo7XKIuSly0rC4MxLKCQePOX3h03G0haP0uM-2Fcoh-2FJg4gGG2t-2B-2BJdL-2FBPE-B_F4NwQAYx-2BZPFE19p0MkSkumjSekN8bGVw2k88vzZEXm7DEJK2HrobOiyrZcsTjvvlmR256a4H5Wx6zwafPRpuFJ0a1vyTrZjnkOmJVSkw-2BCBl90SRMQxZV6Rzw91SRNPSCBxZUow-2BuablsVJn63wHM6Glm-2FSrB-2BnV2PacNnQ54pSEyAUAlh3z4CbJ7n-2FUvVJNojY0AepOOLFFT0ndofPAPiEBxU2hCYeLj0whMuoEU0QTCNoMtJi-2BJTnZ2604fQ5-2F9obYiJ8dBsHrvw0Yg3BqMqiGb744trwj9pHGhYBkCNZmpiT1xNdSmmPG4LY12uXCevHUjWl49Vgy2dMrnHRbRunNKBK9RaGgyg95g5JeGI-3D&amp;c=E,1,Htm2pvoia-5TR4eRfTDUpe0jaj1BogO0naiYS0JBsSULtlD_mslbkCdsX69jLeYjGs5lKbpYj1dBqdoQimqbLWJ9l7qZn3u6OHSXbnuM-QmYNIWiN7nPVqViFQ,,&amp;typo=1"><u>metalconstruction.org</u></a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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