Top August stories: Building community, energy efficiency and synthetic slate

By Dani Sheehan. 

Catch up on the latest stories with these top articles on AskARoofer™ from August 2024. 

The roofing industry prioritizes community, and it’s always great to read about how contractors continually show up for their communities. Freedom Roofing, Windows and Siding LLC in Woodville, Ohio, surprised a local veteran and father of seven with a free roof replacement this summer. Knowing he needed a new roof, Robert Kish put off the expensive investment so that he could support his children. Thanks to the Freedom Roofing Project giveaway, he didn’t have to spend a dime. Read the full article to learn more about this local roofing company’s commitment to supporting fellow veterans. 

Energy standards are moving toward more sustainable solutions for the built environment and California is leading the way with their Title 24 requirements. Whether or not you live in the state, this article explores cool roof technology and how we can do our part to reduce energy costs, decrease greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality in big cities. DECRA offers stone-coated metal roofing products that meet or exceed the requirements of Title 24 and can help improve the energy efficiency of your home. 

Our most read article last month featured composite slate by DaVinci Roofscapes. Natural slate has an exquisite beauty and rustic aesthetic on any home, but each tile can weigh upwards of five pounds! DaVinci Roofscapes offers an alternative synthetic slate that achieves the custom look homeowners want while maintaining a durable roof that will last for years. Read the full article to learn why builders and homeowners love this material and how natural slate can potentially pose structural problems down the road. 

Here are the most read articles for the month of August: 

5 – A roof for a hero 

4 – Veteran gets leaky roof replaced for free 

3 – Contractor insights: Sean Irwin, Irwin Build 

2 – Energy-efficient roofing for California homeowners: Meeting Title 24 requirements 

1 – Why lightweight composite slate is good for your roof