The Directory of Roof Assemblies (DORA), a free comprehensive and user-friendly web application database for roofing systems, announces a clarifying update in its structural language. Transitioning from the term “listings” to “assemblies” within all languages in the platform, this change emphasizes DORA’s commitment to presenting only third-party tested and approved roofing components, further enhancing clarity…
EclipsEdge snap-on fascia from Mule-Hide Products Co. makes installing raised roof edges and gravel stops faster and easier while providing protection from wind and reducing materials costs. The three-piece design — including fascia cover, steel cleat and concealed splice plate — makes EclipsEdge extremely versatile and eliminates entire steps often required in traditional installations. It…
Gunner, the online roofing pioneer, announced last week the launch of its ‘Under One Roof’ giveaway through its nonprofit Gunner Cares program. The giveaway is open to first responders, active-duty service members and veterans in Cleveland, Hartford, Conn., and Philadelphia. One winner from each market will receive a brand-new roof for their home, as Gunner…
S-5!, the Colorado-based metal roof attachment solutions manufacturer, announced a number of accredited educational sessions it plans to host at 2024’s METALCON tradeshow and conference, taking place in Atlanta from Oct. 30-Nov. 1. Thursday, Oct. 31 8:30 a.m. | Metal Roofing from A (Aluminum) to Z (Zinc) Rob Haddock, founder and CEO of S-5!, and…
TOPWET, a European manufacturer of roofing systems, presents a heated version of its Flat Roof Drainage Systems. The heating system uses a 5-foot self-regulating NM-B 14-2 connection cable under the waterproofing membrane around the inlet perimeter. It operates at 110V, 60Hz, and doesn’t require a transformer for connection. Electric heating systems for drains use semiconductor…
Castagra Products announced the launch of its newest innovation, Ecodur1 Cool Roof Coating. This ground-breaking product is set to transform the roofing industry by offering an eco-friendly, highly durable, and energy-efficient solution for commercial roofs. Ecodur1 is a fiber-reinforced premium cool roof coating that is designed to reflect more sunlight and absorb less heat than…
North America’s roofing contractors are operating in interesting times. While roof demand continues to be strong, some roofers still feel pinched by lingering inflation, changes in the insurance landscape and limited availability of new workers. Those factors, and others, will undoubtedly impact the marketplace for the remainder of 2024 and beyond, but hundreds of roofing…
When the Robert H. Williams Cultural Center needed a new roof to revitalize its operations, GAF and Craftsman Contractors of Lexington, Ky., stepped in to ensure the roof would provide a leak-free space. Located in Lexington, the nonprofit RHWCC aims to provide a safe space for the entire neighborhood. Continuing its legacy and honoring its…
Whether you’re planning to install a new roof or replace an existing one, you might be feeling confused or overwhelmed by the different types of roof shingles available. If you’re scratching your head about which type of shingle to choose or if you’re curious about how one option differs from another, this guide contains everything…
A Detroit man was arrested last week after tossing bags of cocaine onto the roof of a Red Lobster and adjacent Texas Roadhouse restaurants in St. Clair County, Mich., as he fled from authorities, officials reported. The suspect, Eric Talton, 29, was arrested by the county’s Drug Task Force team on July 3, as first…
