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Lost in translation: Why language matters in roofing
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the power of multilingualism in the roofing industry when it comes to building trust and making sales. In the United States there are hundreds of languages spoken besides English. The U.S. Census Bureau reported that, in 2019, almost 68 million people spoke a language other than English ...
Perdido en la traducción: Por qué el idioma importa en la industria de techos
Por Emma Peterson, traducido por Jessica Bravo. Descubre el poder del multilingüismo en la industria de techos cuando se trata de generar confianza y aumentar las ventas. En los Estados Unidos se hablan cientos de idiomas además del inglés. La Oficina del Censo de los EE. UU. informó que, en 2019, casi ...
Building stronger collaborations in roofing
By Jessica Bravo. Learn about the role of ongoing conversation in collaboration between roofing contractors and consultants. In an episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sat down with the now retired Ron Harriman, from Benchmark to discuss the evolving relationship between roofing contractors and consultants. ...
Navigating commercial property insurance trends
By Jesse Sanchez. Understanding key shifts in property insurance policies is crucial for managing risks effectively in the face of significant weather events. In an era of increasing climate volatility, property insurance for commercial buildings is evolving rapidly, reshaping how claims, particularly those related to roofing systems, are evaluated and resolved. Benchmark, ...
Essential safety tips for your next paving project
By Troy Kaiser, Benchmark. Five key practices to improve safety and efficiency on-site. Safety is a priority in paving projects and following proper safety protocols is key to achieving a successful and accident-free outcome. Benchmark highlights five crucial safety guidelines that can greatly improve both safety and efficiency on your ...
Coffee Conversations - Acquisition Frenzy! Where is the Industry Going? - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Jason Stanley of IB Roof Systems, Reid Ribble previously of National Roofing Contractors Association, Brian Whelan of Roof Resources, Ron Harriman of Benchmark and Ed Krusek of Hunter Panels. You can read the interview below, listen to the ...
The hidden dangers snowstorms pose to your roof
By Curt Liscum, Benchmark. A storm's fury doesn't just vanish — it lingers on your roof. When the snow starts falling and the winds begin to howl, your roof bears the brunt of winter's wrath. But what happens to that roof after the blizzard fades? With billions of ...
Quality Assurance in Action: Safeguarding Insulation Integrity
By Benchmark Inc. In roofing, taking the right approach saves time while enhancing both safety and quality. During a routine site visit, our Benchmark field consultant witnessed a troubling scene: a roofing crew, after battling harsh weather conditions, attempted to install insulation over ice. Their improvised efforts to remove it ...
The strategic value of roof consultants
By Jesse Sanchez. When it comes to commercial and industrial roofing, a consultant can be your best asset for success. Facility managers often find themselves at a crossroad: whether to partner solely with manufacturers and contractors or to bring in an independent consultant. While going directly to manufacturers ...
Top September Stories: Sales tips, world roofing championship and NRCA Spanish membership website
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s what has been trending on the MetalCoffeeShop™ (MCS) newsroom this past month. With the Spanish-speaking roofing community growing daily, more associations are offering resources to this valuable sector of the industry. One of our most-read articles from last month was a press release highlighting the National ...
