Roof coatings have been an effective solution for roofing contractors in the field for more than 50 years, but technological advances and improved accessibility in the marketplace accelerated particularly over the past decade. And that’s not likely to slow down. Recent projections from Future Market Insights shows the overall roofing material market growing by about…
For those who enjoy a desert lifestyle, Lake Las Vegas is the picture-perfect community offering stunning new homes, breathtaking views of the desert landscape, modern amenities, and the kind of serenity that can only be delivered by a tranquil freshwater lake. Within this captivating setting, which sits about 20 miles from the city lights and…
According to the Department of Energy’s Commercial Buildings Energy Consumption Survey, there were 5.9 million commercial buildings in the United States in 2018, covering 97 billion square feet of floor space. That year, they consumed 6.8 quadrillion British thermal units of energy, translating to $141 billion spent on electricity and natural gas. With stringent energy-related…
As in years past, Roofing Contractor‘s annual Top 100 ranks the nation’s best-performing commercial and residential roofing contractors based on self-reported revenue. This year’s submission process was a bit different. We tinkered to reduce friction and make submitting more efficient. And you can see the results: an overwhelming response from roofers eager to participate. So, we decided…
Technology is playing an increasingly important role in roofing, opening the doors for a new generation of roofers to enter the industry thanks to the appeal of advancements in drones and artificial technology making it easier than ever. Customer expectations are growing alongside these advancements. A report from digital and marketing technology solutions firm Scorpion…
Like other roofing business owners, brothers Eddie and Andrew Prchal (pronounced per-‘SHELL) understand how technology can streamline their business. Advancements in aerial measurements or estimating software make putting together quotes easier than ever. But the tech-forward Prchals wondered: what if they harnessed this contractor-specific software to simplify the roof-buying process? Enter Gunner, a roofing company…
To provide a more expansive view of the state of roofing in North America as 2024 gets underway, Roofing Contractor again caught up with industry leaders, asking for their perspectives on the prior year and what lies ahead. We share the following responses to complement the findings of the roofing contractors RC surveyed last fall,…
Over the past decade in roofing recruitment, I’ve witnessed a significant change impacting employers and employees: A decade ago, a simple job advertisement could yield numerous candidates eager for managerial and leadership roles within a roofing company. However, today’s landscape has drastically shifted; companies are now competing for top talent, emphasizing the importance of strategic…
100% Silicone Roof Coating Mule-Hide Products T100% Silicone Roof Coating from Mule-Hide Products can breathe new life into an aging roof, delaying for years — even decades — the need for a far more costly and disruptive re-cover or replacement project. Compatible with most low-slope roofing substrates, the high-solids, moisture-cure coating goes on quickly and…
Solar power is continuing to grow in popularity thanks to a combination of rising energy costs, new incentives, and an increased desire to generate energy from renewable sources. This surge in solar is ripe for opportunity – if roofing contractors are properly prepared. In RC’s 2023 State of the Industry report, 56% of residential contractors expect…
