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DECRA Roofing Materials in California Climate

Roofing Materials That Can Withstand the California Climate

September 15, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. You may be surprised to discover which roofing materials are best suited for California’s strict building code regulations. There is a good reason for the rigid environmental and building code regulations of California. Climate conditions in this state vary wildly. The structures built here need ...

A Guide to Architectural Shingles

August 22, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Learn how to tell the difference between architectural shingles and 3-tab shingles and other interesting facts with this helpful guide from DECRA! Have you ever had a customer that didn’t know the difference between architectural shingles and other types of shingles when it comes time ...

DECRA Presents 2022 Metal Roofing Project to MINT Exteriors

July 25, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. 2022 DECRA Metal Roofing Project of the Year awarded to MINT Exteriors for innovation and style. Having a roof is more than just having shelter over your head. It’s a statement. The skill and talent required of roofing contractors help them provide high-quality results that are ...

DECRA Metal Roofing Maintains a Vintage Look for Historic House Museum

July 15, 2023 at 3:00 p.m.

By DECRA Metal Roofing. Historic Landmark gets a new metal roof from DECRA that can endure severe weather conditions. Wisconsin is known for its snowstorms and cold environment. Having such a harsh climate makes it difficult to maintain classic architecture such as the Hearthstone Historic House Museum. This historic landmark ...

Discovering the Components and Benefits of Metal Roofing Systems

July 12, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. Picking a roofing system can be a tall order, but DECRA’s here to teach you all about metal roofs. Editor's note: Show this to your customers to educate them about the benefits of metal roofs. The roof of your home has a lot more ...

Remembering Clayton Albert Trapp

April 28, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.

It is with deepest sympathy we report the loss of a good friend and colleague in the roofing industry, Clayton "Clay" Trapp. Clay Trapp (42) passed away on February 20, 2023 in Golden, Colorado. Clay was a Sales Manager for Decra Roofing and a constant for many years at our annual ...

A Homeowners Guide to Metal Roofing Panels

March 2, 2023 at 6:00 a.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. Metal roofing has quickly become one of the most popular roofing material choices for homeowners due to its durability and longevity. What important factors should homeowners know about metal roofing materials? Metal roofing has the strength to endure harsh weather and can withstand ...

4 Common Questions Contractors Have About Solar and Metal

February 23, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA. We answer top questions contractors may have concerning how compatible solar panels are with metal roofs. According to HeliusHub, metal roofs (particularly standing-seam roofs) are one of the best types of roofs for attaching solar panels. With metal being a sustainable material, in addition to solar ...

What are the Best Roofs for Enduring Snow?

February 17, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

By Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing. The heavy snow that winter brings can cause major damage to your roof. Even though a snow-covered roof can make a home look like it’s part of a winter wonderland, the heavy snow that piles up can cause major issues to a roof. ...

MRA Contractors Are All Approved by Manufacturers

February 11, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.

By Evelyn Witterholt. Want to join the Metal Roofing Alliance? First, you must get sponsored by an MRA manufacturer. There’s a wealth of reasons for contractors to join the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), an organization that represents metal roofing contractors and manufacturers in the United States and Canada. Contractors who ...