RoofersCoffeeShop® is partnering with Western Colloid to send five professionals to the 2026 Western Roofing Expo (WRE)! Known as the premier regional roofing and waterproofing event in the United States, WRE is a trade show hosted by the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA). The show, which runs September 27-29 ...
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By Heidi J. Ellsworth.
Why financing an Equipter 4000 can be one of the smartest investments a roofing contractor makes.
In today’s economy, roofing contractors are being challenged from every angle. Labor costs continue to rise, homeowners expect exceptional service and competition is stronger than ever. That is why successful contractors are ...
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By Alex Tolle.
The 2026 MRCA Leadership Summit will bring roofing contractor leaders together for education, networking and industry-focused events in Florida.
The Midwest Roofing Contractors Association (MRCA) is preparing to launch its inaugural 2026 Leadership Summit, bringing roofing contractor leadership and decision makers for two days of education, vendor engagement and ...
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By The Coffee Shops™.
Drexel Metals outlines practical approaches to addressing one of the most common questions about metal roofing.
In the article, "Potential metal roofing issues and how to minimize their impact: Popping noises," Drexel Metals examines one of the most commonly discussed characteristics of metal roofing systems: thermal ...
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Deal expected to be substantially accretive to QXO’s earnings.
QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) today announced it has closed its previously disclosed acquisition of TopBuild Corp. The transaction significantly expands QXO’s scale and capabilities across the building products value chain. QXO now holds leadership positions in key building product categories in North ...
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The RCAW Roofing Round-Up is a FREE casual networking event designed to bring together roofing contractors, suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and industry professionals from across Washington State. This event provides an opportunity to build relationships, strengthen industry connections, support membership growth and promote your business within the roofing community.
Learn more and ...
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By Mike Bader, Tremco.
Learn about waterproofing and building plaza and amenity decks on existing structures.
Summer is just around the corner and one of the best ways to enjoy it is outdoors. And for those who live in cities, finding green space can be a challenge. This ...
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In this Contractor Outlook™ episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with Paul Trombitas, partner at FMI, about what the latest construction outlook means for contractors navigating an uncertain market. Drawing from the 2026 Q2 North America Construction and Engineering Outlook Report, Paul breaks down why the industry is still positioned for ...
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With many homeowners looking to reroof their homes this year, do you have what it takes to secure projects? Let’s find out.
Did you know that in 2026 alone, it’s estimated that nearly a fourth of homeowners looking to make changes to their roof are considering a reroof for ...
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Scott Hinesley, F-IIBEC, RRC, PE, chief growth officer at REI Engineers Inc, has been an active leader in the building enclosure industry and IIBEC for more than 25 years. His service to IIBEC includes roles as president, region director, and IIBEC Carolinas Chapter president. He currently serves as chair of ...
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By Jenny Yu.
MalcoEdge delivers solutions that help contractors improve accuracy, speed and jobsite consistency.
As contractors face demand for faster installations and more reliable performance, Malco Tools is providing what they need with MalcoEdge™: a purposeful lineup of refrigeration tools designed to support modern HVACR challenges. Rather than offering ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Articles of interest from June 2026.
As the second fiscal quarter of the year comes to a close, it’s hard to believe we’re coming up on the halfway point of 2026. And the number of articles The Coffee Shops™ crew has published in that time (over 2,300 ...
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As the metal construction industry navigates shifting market conditions, evolving building codes, workforce challenges and increasing performance demands, METALCON 2026 will bring together the associations helping shape its future through education, technical expertise and collaboration.
Celebrating its 35th anniversary October 7–9, 2026, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, ...
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Enter for your chance to go to the 2026 Western Roofing Expo!
RoofersCoffeeShop® is partnering with Western Colloid to send five professionals to the 2026 Western Roofing Expo (WRE)! Known as the premier regional roofing and waterproofing event in the United States, WRE is a trade show hosted by the Western ...
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By Jenny Yu.
A Florida roofing contractor shares how leadership, accountability and culture transformed a startup into a multimillion-dollar business.
Growing a roofing company from a single pickup truck to a $15 million operation is no easy feat, but Jason Blair, founder and owner of Aastro Roofing in Boca ...
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By Emma Peterson.
We had a great time sharing stories and photos over social media with our roofing community!
National Roofing Week is an annual event hosted by the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) that aims to raise awareness of the roofing professionals who keep our communities safe and ...
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Time is running out to take advantage of special pricing on our in-stock 20 oz copper inventory. This offer ends June 30, 2026, and inventory is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
As one of the most sought-after architectural metals, copper delivers unmatched durability, natural beauty, and long-term value. Whether you're ...
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The Coffee Shops™.
This Utah home won over the judges with its stunning craftsmanship and modern shine.
Each quarter, Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) hosts the Best Residential Metal Roofing competition. For Q1 of 2026, the contractors showed off their impeccable skills and craftsmanship by entering their most impressive projects, and ...
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By The Coffee Shops.
Understanding how this year’s midterms can have a broad impact on the metal industry.
At the Metal Construction Association (MCA) Summer Meeting, legal counsel John Kelly delivered a timely, nonpartisan overview of the upcoming midterm elections, emphasizing process over politics and encouraging attendees to stay ...
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By Emma Peterson.
Trent Cotney breaks down where AI is useful; and where it can lead you into trouble.
It seems like artificial intelligence (AI), specifically generative AI, is the only thing anyone is talking about these days. To learn more about its role in roofing and construction operations, ...
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