Cotney Consulting Group

Training your service department for success!

July 16, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Take a peek at how Cotney Consulting Group trains their team to understand how you can improve your roofing service department! As we all know, roofing is not a one and done job. There are ongoing inspections and maintenance needed to keep a roof ...

How contractors can use sustainability in their business and sales

July 16, 2024 at 3:00 a.m.

RCS Influencer John Kenney says incorporating sustainability into your roofing business is a responsible choice and a strategic one. In today's roofing industry, sustainability is not just a trend — it's a necessity. With growing environmental awareness among consumers and increasing regulations aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of buildings, contractors ...

Staying safe in the heat

June 20, 2024 at 9:00 a.m.

By Cotney Consulting Group. Working in the heat poses significant risks, but these risks can be managed effectively with proactive measures and a commitment to safety. Working in the heat on the roof can quickly take a toll. As temperatures rise, so do the risks of heat-related illnesses. Equipping your team with ...

Tips for completing and filing OSHA 300 logs

June 19, 2024 at 3:00 a.m.

By Cotney Consulting Group. Avoid common mistakes by updating forms promptly, correctly categorizing establishments and following OSHA’s criteria for recordable incidents. Maintaining accurate and up-to-date OSHA 300 logs is critical for roofing contractors. These logs ensure compliance with safety regulations and affect your eligibility to bid on projects and your likelihood of ...

Best practices for quality control with liquid-applied roofing systems

June 18, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

CCS Influencer John Kenney says implementing best practices for quality control in liquid-applied roofing systems is essential for ensuring their durability, performance and customer satisfaction. Liquid-applied roofing systems have gained popularity in the industry due to their flexibility, seamless application and durability. However, stringent quality control measures must be in place ...

Embracing AI in roofing: Are you ready for the future?

June 18, 2024 at 12:00 p.m.

RCS Influencer John Kenney says embracing this technology can set your company on a path to sustained growth and success. In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, integrating artificial intelligence (AI) has become pivotal in driving efficiency, enhancing customer experiences and fostering innovation across various industries. Traditionally rooted in manual labor and ...

John Kenney Metal construction companies embrace technology

Why metal construction companies must embrace technology and how to stay current

June 16, 2024 at 3:00 a.m.

MCS Influencer John Kenney says the importance of adopting technology in metal construction cannot be overstated. The construction industry is undergoing a transformation driven by rapid technological advancements. Contractors stand to benefit immensely from embracing these innovations. The importance of adopting technology in metal construction cannot be overstated, as it directly ...

Don’t miss this roofing estimating workshop!

May 16, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.

By Emma Peterson. Build the skills to set your projects up for success at this two-day event. Where will you be July 23-24, 2024? Save the date for Mastering Roofing Estimating, which is a two-day workshop led by expert John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group that will help you level ...

Installation guideline tips for roof coating

March 14, 2024 at 6:00 a.m.

By Cotney Consulting Group. Learn best practices for roof coatings in order to protect and extend the useful service life of existing roof assemblies. Coatings, while considered a reasonably modern process, are one of our industry's oldest forms of waterproofing, whose ancestral roots date back to the Egyptians around 3000 BC. They ...