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In this MetalCast™, Karen Edwards sits down with Jim Singleterry of RoofSmart to discuss how contractors can turn common metal roofing questions into sales opportunities. From concerns about noise, rust, maintenance and moss to questions about style options, panel profiles and overall cost, Jim shares practical strategies for educating homeowners ... Read More

METALCON October 7–8, 2026 | Orlando, Florida Heading to METALCON? Add these two sessions featuring Carlisle Architectural Metals leaders to your schedule. 1) Growing Your Metal Business: Real-World Strategies from Industry Leaders Oct. 7, 2026 | 10:15–11:15 a.m. ET Brian McLaughlin, Director of Associations for Carlisle Architectural Metals, moderates a panel offering practical strategies ... Read More

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Contemporary metal design meets nature in this Arkansas lakeside getaway. Nestled among the natural forest and lakeshore of Greers Ferry, Arkansas, sits Red Fox Lake House; a gorgeously designed modern marvel that complements the organic world around it. Completed in 2023, this residential project, completed by Dickie Birdsong, contractor, features metal ... Read More

By The Coffee Shops®. Shifting fabrication off-site improves labor efficiency, creates more reliable schedules and protects project margins. Prefabricated metal building systems are giving contractors greater control over three of construction’s most persistent pressures: time, labor and cost. Also known as pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs), these systems are designed, engineered ... Read More

By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Exceptional project management isn't about staying busy. It's about staying ahead. One of the biggest differences I've noticed between average project managers and exceptional ones has very little to do with experience, personality or technical knowledge. It has everything to do with where ... Read More

The new international platform brings global roofing news, projects, products and industry connections together in one digital destination. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, proudly announces the launch of RoofersCoffeeShop.global in conjunction with the International Federation for the Roofing Trade (IFD). It ... Read More

40+ years of fabrication, built for today’s standards: FM Approved systems and two new products combining tested performance with easier, more consistent installation. Applied Fabricators, Inc. (AFAB) is expanding its edge metal offering with a portfolio of FM Approved systems and two new products: StormChaser Gutter, the first FM Approved gutter ... Read More

By The Coffee Shops®. Learn how designer metal finishes can deliver the appearance of aged metals and natural wood while simplifying care and material selection. Choosing a metal roof or siding finish is about more than finding an attractive color. The right selection can shape a building’s appearance, complement surrounding ... Read More

Learn more about Adtaxi in their Coffee Shop directory or visit adtaxi.com. Episode 1: Offline Attribution - Know More, Sell More Episode 2: CTV Is Changing the Rules Episode 3: Beyond Automation - The Real Role of AI in Modern Marketing Episode 4: Political Marketing -Building a Modern Political Advertising Strategy Episode 5: Google’s ... Read More

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The 51st Annual Texas Roofing Conference returns October 21–23, 2026, at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas, with several timely additions and topics for this year’s attendees. The 2026 education lineup addresses issues contractors are navigating right now, including cybersecurity threats, practical uses for AI, protecting ... Read More

By Rocky Mountain Snow Guards. By focusing on quality craftsmanship, dependable service and doing things the right way, Umbrella Roofing has earned the trust of repeat customers who continue to choose and recommend them year after year. Over the past 26 years, Umbrella Roofing has grown from a local roofing company into ... Read More

October 8, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. PT/ 2:30 p.m. ET You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations®, sponsored by MetalVue by Sherwin-Williams, coming to you LIVE from METALCON 2026 in Orlando, Florida! Join us on day two of the show as we meet with industry leaders and experts from ... Read More

By The Coffee Shops®. New tariffs on Canadian imports could affect construction costs and supply chains, making it important for roofing contractors to monitor pricing, supplier updates and project planning. Roofing contractors already are navigating a challenging business environment, and a new round of tariffs on certain Canadian imports could add another ... Read More

By Emma Peterson. Explore the certifications, technologies and best practices that help roofing professionals build more fire-resilient structures. As wildfires rage across the Western United States, the importance of fire-resistant roofing and building solutions has never been more crucial. To learn more about how we can build a more ... Read More

By The Coffee Shops®. AWIP's One Deck system reduces installation complexity and labor. Labor shortages, lengthy installation timelines and jobsite coordination challenges continue to put pressure on commercial roofing contractors. According to Gary Sweeney, director of low-slope roofing at All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP), those challenges helped drive the development ... Read More

In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards is joined by Brian Grohe from VELUX Commercial to discuss how commercial daylighting can help contractors expand their project opportunities and deliver greater value to building owners. From warehouses and manufacturing facilities to schools and retail spaces, they explore where daylighting ... Read More

By The Coffee Shops®. Experience live metal system demonstrations, contractor-focused education and business growth resources at METALCON 2026. Metal professionals heading to METALCON 2026 can connect with Petersen, Drexel Metals and the Carlisle Architectural Metals team October 7-9 in Orlando, Florida. At Booth 1724, attendees can explore the companies’ offerings ... Read More

By Emma Peterson. Monica Murphy shares why the relationships, education and opportunities gained through NRCA's premier legal event can have a lasting impact. On October 7 and 8, 2026, the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) will be hosting their live LEGALCon event! This is the association’s premier legal event and ... Read More