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
Developing the Next Generation of FRSA Leaders
Mon, Feb 03, 2025
Manny Oyola, Jr.
Thanks to the work of countless people over the past century, FRSA is a thriving trade association. The key to future success lies not only in the strength of our current leaders and membership but in the development of the next gen... Read More
Manager Compensation
Mon, Feb 03, 2025
Mitch Levine and Lee Rust, Corporate Finance Solutions
In many cases, if properly structured, reward or incentive compensation can help a company’s revenues and profits increase. They align the company’s managers’ goals with the co... Read More
