July 2019 Blog Archive

Addressing Self-Adhered Underlayment in Contracts Wed, Jul 17, 2019 Trent Cotney, Cotney Construction Law, LLP Most roofing contracts account for the replacement of bad decking. However, it is difficult to determine what percentage of decking may need to be replaced on a job. When estimating a roof, the conditions o... Read More

Responding to Storm-Related Roof Damage Mon, Jul 08, 2019 Mike Silvers, CPRC, Silvers Systems Inc. and FRSA Director of Technical Services Understanding homeowner concerns is important to roofing contractors and the industry. Prepare yourself and your team to respond to consumer questions that sometimes ar... Read More

What Should Roofers Look for in CRM Platforms? Sun, Jul 07, 2019 Katie Badeusz, Marketing Director, AccuLynx Should you implement a contractor CRM? Wait, what does "CRM" mean? CRM means customer relationship management and as the name implies, it can help you take better care of yourcustomers. That sounds like ... Read More

Understanding the Factors Behind Diversifying Your Portfolio Sun, Jul 07, 2019 Kevin Smith, President, KMS Wealth Management, Inc. One of the proven ways to reach your long-term financial goals is through an investment technique known as diversification. Diversification basically means spreading out your invested money across ... Read More

Why Florida Contractors Should Consider Metal Roofing Sun, Jul 07, 2019 Dale Walton, Residential Roofing Product Manager, Certain Teed Corporation Extreme heat, constant humidity, strong winds and seasonal hurricanes make the weather in Florida unlike any other place in the country. When considering the roofing needs of... Read More

The Importance of Commercial Roof Maintenance Sun, Jul 07, 2019 John Walker, APOC Technical Team Car and truck owners are accustomed to periodic vehicle maintenance. The auto industry has done a tremendous job reinforcing the importance of oil and filter changes, tire rotations and inspection of hoses and belts.... Read More

Caulk and Sealant Guide Sun, Jul 07, 2019 Mark Platz, ITW Polymer Sealants North America Caulks and sealants are used in construction to fill gaps and cracks. They are a barrier to prevent the passage of air, water, moisture, noise, dust and smoke. Generally representing less than one perce... Read More