March 2025 Blog Archive

Extension Ladder Safety Wed, Mar 05, 2025 Kevin Lindley, Safety Consultant, FRSA Self Insurer’s Fund Ladders are frequently used in construction by almost every trade, by almost every person, nearly every day. In roofing, we not only rely on some type of ladder to give us additional h... Read More

Managing by the Numbers: A Smarter Approach to Business Growth Wed, Mar 05, 2025 Gary A. Cohen, Vice President, Certified Contractors Network For roofing contractors, success is often attributed to craftsmanship, reputation and customer service. While these factors are undeniably important, they alone do not guarantee sustained ... Read More

“Adequate Ventilation” and What That Means for Your Roof System Wed, Mar 05, 2025 Dwight Cline, Florida Sales Manager, O’Hagin LLC Ventilation codes in roofing are often overlooked, misinterpreted or, in some cases, unenforced. This combination of issues can lead to a shortened roof life, voided warranties and even health c... Read More

Firestorm Over Shingles Still Blazing Wed, Mar 05, 2025 Mike Silvers, CPRC, Owner, Silvers Systems Inc. and FRSA Technical Director Last month, I wrote an article addressing comments that were made about asphalt shingles that caused a firestorm within the roofing industry and beyond (www.floridaroof.com/... Read More

Breaking Into the Commercial Roofing Maintenance Market Tue, Mar 04, 2025 John Kenney, CPRC, CEO, Cotney Consulting Group The commercial roofing maintenance market offers roofing contractors an opportunity to diversify their services and establish steady revenue streams. While this transition can significantly grow a busi... Read More

Roofing Business Owes Millions to the IRS Tue, Mar 04, 2025 Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams and Reese LLP If you are a business owner, you know how challenging it is to be profitable and successful. There are times when you may be tempted to cut corners. However, the story of two brothers who operated a roofing... Read More