One of the best things about gallery walls is their versatility! They can be as few as three to as many as dozens of pieces and where you hang them is almost limitless. They look great on a blank wall, but they also help highlight surrounding furniture, windows, and small spaces that need some extra…
Double handle center set faucet This type of faucet has both the handles and spout connected by a plate, making it very easy to install. This faucet style requires multiple mounting holes, and the distance between the mounting holes needs to be taken into account when purchasing the new faucet so they all line up.…
Action from the Department of Labor to seize the assets of a Waukegan, Ill.-based roofing contractor resulted in the contractor paying $365,576 in fines and interest for outstanding penalties. According to a news release from the department, Joshua Herion, operator of ECS Roofing Professionals Inc., has “routinely endangered employees by ignoring federal workplace standards and penalties…
Benchmark, Inc., a nationwide roof and pavement consulting service based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, announced last week the retirement of its leader, Ron Harriman, and the appointment of Vince Ellison as the company’s new head. In a May 16 news release, Benchmark said the leadership transition continues supporting growth and success under Harriman’s guidance; his…
Now in its fourth year, voting is open for Beacon’s 2024 North American Female Roofing Professional of the Year; the winner will receive $10,000 from Beacon Building Products, and the four finalists will each receive $1,000 to support professional development, including attending the International Roofing Expo. Beacon invites the public to vote for the winner…
Gulfeagle Supply had announced the appointment of Tyson Winfrey as the new regional manager for the Wisconsin and Illinois market. With over 14 years of experience in the building distribution industry, Gulfeagle says Winfrey brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role. In his capacity as regional manager, Winfrey will focus on supporting branch growth…
The Michigan National Women in Roofing Council will host two different events this spring, with one on each side of the state. The first takes place on the state’s west side from 5:30-7:30 p.m., May 29 at the Quality Edge headquarters in Grand Rapids, Mich. The event will feature speaker Kellie Haines, the CEO of…
Florida-based Gulfeagle Supply has entered into an agreement to acquire Elite Roofing Supply, a prominent roofing distributor based out of Phoenix, Ariz. Elite has 26 branches and was founded 11 years ago. The transaction is expected to close June 2024, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. Financial details were not disclosed. With completion…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) are teaming up to protect roofers from potentially deadly falls during the annual National Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction week, May 6-10. Throughout the week, roofing contractors in both residential and commercial markets will place extra emphasis on fall safety in…
