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Finding a shingle you can trust
By Alberta Allied Roofing Association. Many different areas have seen an increase in extreme hail events. Learn about the different shingles designed to withstand these storms. A roof’s first and foremost job is to protect the rest of the home and the inhabitants. As climate change continues to become an ...
Prepared for the storm
By Jesse Sanchez. These roofing products promise security in the face of extreme weather conditions. In a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast, Polyglass representatives Marco Sieber and Elliott Wood shed light on how shifting weather patterns and the growing need for efficient roofing solutions are shaping the ...
Beat the heat with this free certification training!
By Emma Peterson. With the extreme heat challenges increasing in areas like California, it is more important than ever to learn to build climate-resilient communities. More and more areas have become climate stressed in recent years. California is one of those places and those that live in the state ...
Heating up this summer: The importance of fire-resistant materials
By Dani Sheehan. Help your building owners choose the roof that will stand up to both the elements and the risk of fire. Summer is a bustling season for increased construction project activity; however, it’s also a time when the risk of wildfires becomes more prevalent across the country. In ...
7 tips for spring roof maintenance
By APOC. Go into the warm months prepared with these easy tips for setting roof systems up for success this summer. In general, it is advised to conduct two inspections on a roof a year, one in the spring and one in the fall as the weather shifts again. ...
The best practices for creating a hailstorm-ready roof – part one
By Mule-Hide. Hailstorms are never fun, especially when it comes to the damage they can cause to flat roofs. A Texas contractor shares his best advice for preparing a roof for hail. Central and North Texas are notorious for their annual hailstorms, and contractors have adapted particular practices for ...
Chill Out: Don't Let Winter Give You Roofing Headaches
By Cayden Wemple. For winter weather protection on commercial roofs, follow these three steps for preventive maintenance! It’s always a good idea to prepare your roof for extreme winter weather. When the cold months hit, it's necessary to install a preventative weatherization process. Doing this can save you thousands of ...
Location Matters – Re-roofing Your Home With Environment in Mind
By Metal Roofing Alliance. Do you know what to look for in a roof based on your geographical region and climate? This guide has the answers for you! Editor’s note: The Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) has organized the Residential Metal Roofing Buyer’s Guide to help homeowners learn about ...
Weather the Storm With These 5 Hurricane Tips
By Anne Redd, AccuLynx. Stay calm during hurricane season with these disaster restoration software tips for roofing contractors. If your residential roofing business is being directly affected by storms, you need to ensure it’s running as effectively as possible. Disaster restoration software can help manage the chaos and provide ways to be ...
Innovative Roofing Solution Prevents Building Collapse in Severe Winter Weather
By Sika. Thanks to the Sikalastic RoofPro System, a roof was safeguarded from harsh winter conditions. In Ontario, Oregon, the Oregon Department of Health and Welfare leased a privately owned building at 186 East Lane. The building was faced with a serious issue during the winter of 2016/2017. ...
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