Education & Learning
How many nails do you need per shingle?
By Roland Mitchell, Kore Roofing. A guide to roofing codes. Editor's note: The following is information about how contractors adhere to building codes in terms of the amount of nails needed per shingle. Building codes vary depending on your location, so the information provided in this article might be different from the ...
National Snow Guards Safety Month continues through March
During National Snow Guards Safety Month messages of safe installation practices and the need for snow guards are being shared nationwide. Throughout the month of March, the roofing industry is placing extra attention on the value and safety associated with snow guards. Expert safety support Snow guards are sturdy pieces designed to be ...
Lunching and learning with RT3
By Lauren White. Tractile is transforming the roofing industry one solar tile at a time. The Roofing Technology Think Tank (RT3) gathered together Tuesday afternoon of International Roofing Expo (IRE) week with some new friends from Tractile. Based out of Australia, the owner and inventor of Tractile, Jason Perkins, and Lloyd Alcorn ...
How expert care can extend the life of your roof
By Robert Collins, Quarve Contracting. Trust the professionals to keep your roof in top shape for years to come. Your roof is more than just a cover over your head — it’s the first line of defense against the harsh elements. But like anything exposed to the unpredictable weather, it needs a ...
A guide to roof materials that last
By HER Roofing. The right roof does more than protect your home — it boosts its beauty, efficiency and value, making it one of your most important investments. When was the last time you looked up and thought about the roof over your head? Whether you're building a dream home or replacing ...
Modern alternatives to natural slate roofing
By Kate Smith, DaVinci Roofscapes. What’s the difference between real slate and composite slate roofing? Natural slate has been used as roofing for at least a thousand years. The layered structure of this attractive stone makes it easy to split into shingles; plus, it’s a durable, fire-resistant surface that can last up ...
Building better school environments
By Dani Sheehan. Register to attend one of these events for K-12 school construction insights and gain valuable knowledge about the long-term performance of educational facilities. Are you looking to take control of your property’s performance, sustainability and long-term value? Tremco Roofing’s upcoming School Success Series is geared toward all ...
Can homes have flat roofs? - Part 2
By IKO Industries. Unlock a world of design options with one of these eight flat roofing options! In the first part of this article, we covered how flat roofs can be used for more than just commercial, industrial and institutional buildings (on structures such as malls, warehouses, apartment buildings, hospitals and schools), ...
Can homes have flat roofs? - Part 1
By IKO Industries. When we think of commercial buildings we think of flat roofs and when we think of homes, we think of pitched roofs, why is that? In your day-to-day life, you probably see countless flat roofs. From malls and warehouses to apartment buildings, hospitals and schools, flat ...
MRA cautions homeowners: Don't re-roof before arming yourself with the facts
Just in time for spring re-roofing season, MRA unveils brand new video resource designed to empower homeowners to make educated decisions. Spring and summer mean it’s re-roofing season for tens of thousands of homeowners in the U.S. and Canada. And just in time, the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA), the leading nonprofit ...
