April 2025 Blog Archive

Public Service Announcement: Danger of Inadequate Adhesive Being Sold on Second Hand Market Thu, Apr 10, 2025       Tile roof installations utilizing roof tile adhesives have specific requirements for the placement and minimum amounts of adhesive that need to be installed in order to meet the product approval and, in doing so, meet the ... Read More

Forklift Safety: Essential Guidelines for a Safer Workplace Mon, Apr 07, 2025 Kevin Lindley, Safety Consultant, FRSA Self Insurer’s Fund Forklifts are indispensable in warehouses, construction sites and manufacturing facilities but they also pose significant risks if not operated safely. Implementing proper forklift saf... Read More

Mastering the Art of Closing: How to Build Trust and Win More Sales Mon, Apr 07, 2025 Gary A. Cohen, Vice President, Certified Contractors Network In the world of home improvement sales, success isn’t about delivering a perfect sales pitch – it’s about building trust, understanding customer needs and offering soluti... Read More

Rooftop-Nesting Shorebirds and Seabirds in Florida Mon, Apr 07, 2025 Hailey Dedmon, Shorebird Biologist, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Many of Florida’s birds are imperiled due to habitat loss and disturbances to natural nesting habitat. Some species of seabirds and shorebirds regularly nest... Read More

The Building Commission, Legislature and Office of Insurance Regulation Mon, Apr 07, 2025 Mike Silvers, CPRC, Owner, Silvers Systems Inc. and FRSA Technical Director The last several weeks have been extremely busy; maybe hectic would be a better word. We’re on the frontline on many issues – some that we’ve not faced bef... Read More

Identifying Effective Solutions for Tile Roof Installations Mon, Apr 07, 2025 Adrian Robledo, Director of Sales, ICP Group Tile roofs are a common sight throughout Florida and ensuring their ability to withstand the state’s weather conditions depends on sourcing the right securement and underlayment technologies. Throu... Read More

Asphalt Shingles – Around for the Long Haul Mon, Apr 07, 2025 Reed Hitchcock, Executive Vice President, Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association Asphalt shingles have provided an effective, affordable and versatile roofing solution for decades and continued innovation will ensure it stays that way for generat... Read More

The Four Pillars of Roofing Business Excellence Mon, Apr 07, 2025 John Kenney, CPRC, CEO, Cotney Consulting Group Running a successful roofing business involves much more than installing quality roof systems. It requires mastering business fundamentals, people management, risk mitigation and leadership development... Read More

Understanding Lien Foreclosures and Arbitration in Florida Mon, Apr 07, 2025 Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams and Reese LLP In Florida, the intersection of lien foreclosures and arbitration is a complex area where legal interpretations play a crucial role. A key point to understand is that while the validity of a lien may be det... Read More

Why Roofing Contractors Should Consider Clay Roof Tiles Over Metal and Concrete Roofs Mon, Apr 07, 2025 Rodrigo Medina, Business Unit Manager-Roofing, Santafé Tile Corporation As a roofing contractor in Florida, selecting the best roofing material for your projects is crucial for ensuring durability, aesthetic appeal and long-term value for hom... Read More

Important New Progress on Miami-Dade NOAs and Tile Adhesives Mon, Apr 07, 2025 Tom Parker, President, TCParker & Associates Well designed and engineered products are critical to the construction industry and particularly the Florida roofing industry. The unique combination of environmental challenges in Florida has driven ... Read More