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<a href="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/copper-is-the-solution-for-challenging-residential-roof-restoration/">Copper Is the Solution for Challenging Residential Roof Restoration</a><br/><p><div id="attachment_7852" class="wp-caption alignleft"><a href="https://i1.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1.png"><img data-attachment-id="7852" data-permalink="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/copper-is-the-solution-for-challenging-residential-roof-restoration/1-6/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1.png?fit=943%2C629" data-orig-size="943,629" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{" aperture data-image-title="1" data-image-description data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1.png?fit=300%2C200" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1.png?fit=610%2C407" class="size-medium wp-image-7852" src="https://i2.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp

<a href="https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/92508-k-nrg-seal-vp">K-NRG Seal™ VP</a><br/><p><div><img src="https://www.roofingcontractor.com/ext/resources/Product-Photos-2017/K-NRG.png?height=635&t=1507040582&width=1200" class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>KARNAK, an industry-leading manufacturer of reflective coatings, sealants and cements, recently announced the launch of K-NRG Seal VP, a high-performance vapor-permeable air barrier for above-grade wall application.   </p><p>K-NRG Seal VP expands KARNAK offerings, which include roofing, damp-proofing and waterproofing products; fabrics and repair tapes; caulks, sealant and flooring products; and elastomeric products.  </p><p> </p><br/>Published at Wed, 04 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000</p>

<a href="https://rooferscoffeeshop.com/mrca-release-sharp-new-employee-orientation-video-2017-trade-show/">MRCA to Release SHARP New Employee Orientation Video at 2017 Trade Show</a><br/><p><h2>There will be a show-only special price for this new SHARP video for anyone attending the free trade show October 17 and 18.</h2><p>MRCA is releasing a new edition of the SHARP new employee orientation video. The video is a helpful tool for training new members of your crew.</p><h3>See a preview of the video.<br><iframe src="//player.vimeo.com/video/234917119?title=0&byline=0" width="425" height="350" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen">[embedded content]</iframe></h3><p>Contractors receive a free trade show pass. <a href="http://www.mrca.org/aws/MRCA/pt/sp/conference_register" data-gaplg="https://rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs.php?gaplg=3567">Register online today</a>.</p><p><img src="https://rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs.php?gaplg=3566" alt></p><div class="sharedaddy sd-sharing-enabled"><div class="r

<a href="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/north-carolina-middle-school-generates-more-energy-than-it-uses/">North Carolina Middle School Generates More Energy Than It Uses</a><br/><p><div id="attachment_7808" class="wp-caption alignleft"><a href="https://i1.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-3.png"><img data-attachment-id="7808" data-permalink="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/north-carolina-middle-school-generates-more-energy-than-it-uses/1-4/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-3.png?fit=989%2C623" data-orig-size="989,623" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{" aperture data-image-title="1" data-image-description data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-3.png?fit=300%2C189" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-3.png?fit=610%2C384" class="size-medium wp-image-7808" src="https://i0.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp-con

<a href="https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/92509-southern-charm-graham-roofing">Southern Charm: Graham Roofing</a><br/><p><div><img src="https://www.roofingcontractor.com/ext/resources/Issues/2017/October/company-pic-2017-1.jpg?height=635&t=1507049303&width=1200" class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>Bobby Hooks started a roofing company with two friends as a means to make money while still in college. Nearly five decades later he’s built a business legacy that rivals any competitor in his market, and fostered an extended family of loyal employees still getting it done on a daily basis — continuing to make Graham Roofing Inc. (GRI) one of strongest commercial and industrial roofing firms in the Deep South.</p><p>While it may not have been the original plan he had in mind when he entered Mississippi State University in 1968, roofing turned out to be the best avenue for Hooks to put his long-standing work ethic and years studying at MSU’s College of Business and In

<a href="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/new-construction-project-tests-contractors-mettle/">New Construction Project Tests Contractor’s Mettle</a><br/><p><div id="attachment_7776" class="wp-caption alignleft"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-1.png"><img data-attachment-id="7776" data-permalink="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/new-construction-project-tests-contractors-mettle/1-2/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-1.png?fit=990%2C650" data-orig-size="990,650" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{" aperture data-image-title="1" data-image-description data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-1.png?fit=300%2C197" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-1.png?fit=610%2C401" class="size-medium wp-image-7776" src="https://i1.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-1-300x197.png?re

<a href="https://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/92466-apex-tool-group-names-jeff-campbell-vp-of-sales-and-channel-marketing-north-american-hand-tools">Apex Tool Group Names Jeff Campbell VP of Sales and Channel Marketing North American Hand Tools</a><br/><p><div><img src="https://www.roofingcontractor.com/ext/resources/News-Photos-2017/Jeff-Campbell.png?height=635&t=1505226592&width=1200" class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>SPARKS, Md. — Jeff Campbell recently joined Apex Tool Group (ATG) as vice president of sales and channel marketing, North American Hand Tools. He's responsible for sales and channel marketing efforts in ATG’s Industrial, Construction, and Automotive distribution channels which include all North American Hand Tools product lines, such as GEARWRENCH^®, Crescent^®, Lufkin^®, and Wiss^®.</p><p>Campbell reports to John Constantine, SVP and president, North American Hand Tools. “We are very pleased to welcome

<a href="https://rooferscoffeeshop.com/landings-boot-ranch/">Making Landings at Boot Ranch Waterproof</a><br/><p><h2>Luxury apartments in Florida are now waterproof with Polystick® underlayments.</h2><p>The Landings at Boot Ranch, three-story luxury apartments in Palm Harbor, FL, gets Polyglass’ self-adhered multi-ply waterproofing system. Roofing contractor <a href="http://www.quality-roofing.com/">Quality Roofing, Inc</a>. installed Polystick® MTS and Polystick® TU Plus high temperature underlayments beneath concrete tiles.  Polyglass’ WB-3000 (a fast-drying, low VOC primer) was used to enhance the adhesion of the underlayments to the wooden deck.  With Florida’s climate, Polystick MTS and Polystick TU Plus are an excellent choice for this 220,000 square-foot reroof project.  The waterproofing system has a 30-year warranty.</p><p><strong><img class="alignright size-full wp-image-100623" src="http://knowroofing.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/lnqTSM.jpg" alt src

<a href="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/preserving-history-indiana-state-university/">Preserving History at Indiana State University</a><br/><p><div id="attachment_7815" class="wp-caption alignleft"><a href="https://i2.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-4.png"><img data-attachment-id="7815" data-permalink="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/preserving-history-indiana-state-university/1-5/" data-orig-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-4.png?fit=1034%2C643" data-orig-size="1034,643" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{" aperture data-image-title="1" data-image-description data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-4.png?fit=300%2C187" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-4.png?fit=610%2C379" class="size-medium wp-image-7815" src="https://i1.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1-4-300x187.png?resize=300%2C187"

<a href="https://rooferscoffeeshop.com/meet-jordan-barker-barker-roofing-inc-first-winner-national-nails-stinger-ch38-2-cap-hammer-giveaway/">Meet Jordan Barker of Barker Roofing, Inc. – the First Winner of National Nail’s STINGER CH38-2 Cap Hammer Giveaway</a><br/><p><h2>The company is celebrating their 2017 Pro Tool Innovation Award, by giving away a FREE STINGER CH38-2 Cap Hammer weekly.</h2><p>Did you ever hear the phrase that when you put something out to the universe, it will answer? In Jordan Barker’s case, his answer from the universe was winning a STINGER Nail CH38-2 Cap Hammer from National Nail.</p><p>Sounds kind of corny, maybe, but here is what Jordan had to say when we spoke with him recently on the phone. “Not even two weeks ago, my foreman was telling me he sure wished that he had the STINGER Nail Cap Hammer again,” explained Jordan. “We had that same exact model previously but unfortunately we broke it.”</p><p>Jordan said he was visiting RoofersCoffeeShop

<a href="https://rooferscoffeeshop.com/meet-jordan-barker-barker-roofing-inc-first-winner-national-nails-stinger-ch38-2-cap-hammer-giveaway/">Meet Jordan Barker of Barker Roofing, Inc. – the First Winner of National Nail’s STINGER CH38-2 Cap Hammer Giveaway</a><br/><p><h2>The company is celebrating their 2017 Pro Tool Innovation Award, by giving away a FREE STINGER CH38-2 Cap Hammer weekly.</h2><p>Did you ever hear the phrase that when you put something out to the universe, it will answer? In Jordan Barker’s case, his answer from the universe was winning a STINGER Nail CH38-2 Cap Hammer from National Nail.</p><p>Sounds kind of corny, maybe, but here is what Jordan had to say when we spoke with him recently on the phone. “Not even two weeks ago, my foreman was telling me he sure wished that he had the STINGER Nail Cap Hammer again,” explained Jordan. “We had that same exact model previously but unfortunately we broke it.”</p><p>Jordan said he was visiting RoofersCoffeeShop

<a href="https://rooferscoffeeshop.com/military-goes-metal-decra/">Military Goes Metal with DECRA</a><br/><p><div><img src="http://knowroofing.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1CbsNq.jpg" class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><h2>29 Palms Military Housing Get DECRA Metal Roofing.</h2><p>The desert is a difficult place to build and work; there are physical and environmental challenges to overcome. In the desert environment of 29 Palms, the military was tearing down old housing and building new homes for personnel. Since this is a military installation there were added challenges.</p><p>The first challenge was the environment. The desert of 29 Palms experiences high winds over 90 mph. Because of their unique interlocking design, DECRA panels have a 120 mph wind warranty, and have been tested to a velocity of 150 mph. Furthermore, the interlocking panels provide protection from the elements.</p><p>Steel is strong and lightweight. DECRA panels weigh only 125 – 150 pounds per square installed.

<a href="http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/92498-cordless-concrete-nailer">Cordless Concrete Nailer</a><br/><p><div><img src="http://www.roofingcontractor.com/ext/resources/Product-Photos-2017/Dewalt.png?height=635&t=1506518995&width=1200" class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>TOWSON, Md — DEWALT launched the new 20V MAX* Cordless Concrete Nailer (DCN890), an operationally gas-free nailer designed for use in concrete and steel applications. Running on a DEWALT 20V MAX* battery, this tool eliminates the need for fuel cells and provides a consistent, powerful alternative that operates on the user’s existing battery platform. The nailer is ideal for commercial framing and tracking, mechanical and electrical installations, and both insulation surface prep applications.</p><p>As a fully-electric tool, the 20V MAX* Cordless Concrete Nailer resolves several frustrations identified in gas concrete nailers. The inconvenience of maintaining and storing fuel cells on the

<a href="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/metal-roofing-system-answer-rocky-mountain-home-retrofit/">Metal Roofing System Is the Answer for Rocky Mountain Home Retrofit</a><br/><p><div id="attachment_7822" class="wp-caption alignleft"><a href="https://i0.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Screen-Shot-2017-09-28-at-2.39.23-PM.png"><img data-attachment-id="7822" data-permalink="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/metal-roofing-system-answer-rocky-mountain-home-retrofit/screen-shot-2017-09-28-at-2-39-23-pm/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Screen-Shot-2017-09-28-at-2.39.23-PM.png?fit=880%2C660" data-orig-size="880,660" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{" aperture data-image-title="Screen Shot 2017-09-28 at 2.39.23 PM" data-image-description data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Screen-Shot-2017-09-28-at-2.39.23-PM.png?fit=300%2C225" data-large-file="https://i2.wp.com/

<a href="http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/92500-western-specialty-contractors-branches-in-florida-texas-and-georgia-serve-as-staging-locations-for-gulf-coast-disaster-recovery-services">Western Specialty Contractors Branches Serve as Staging Locations for Gulf Coast Disaster Recovery Services</a><br/><p><div><img src="http://www.roofingcontractor.com/ext/resources/News-Photos-2017/Hurricane-Relief.png?height=635&t=1506519691&width=1200" class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>ST. LOUIS — Losing a structure or building to an unforeseen natural disaster, such as flooding or the recent hurricanes in Florida and Texas, can be devastating to the owner and its tenants.</p><p>The decision to move forward with repairs may not come quickly, but when it does, facility managers and owners should work with a specialty contractor experienced in disaster recovery to get the job done correctly and efficiently.  Western Specialty Contractors' branch offices in Atlanta, Ga.; Houst

<a href="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/new-roof-building-upgrades-provide-security-florida-day-care-center/">New Roof and Building Upgrades Provide Security for Florida Day Care Center</a><br/><p><div id="attachment_7784" class="wp-caption alignleft"><a href="https://i1.wp.com/roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Screen-Shot-2017-09-28-at-12.19.14-PM.png"><img data-attachment-id="7784" data-permalink="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/new-roof-building-upgrades-provide-security-florida-day-care-center/screen-shot-2017-09-28-at-12-19-14-pm/" data-orig-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Screen-Shot-2017-09-28-at-12.19.14-PM.png?fit=1046%2C582" data-orig-size="1046,582" data-comments-opened="1" data-image-meta="{" aperture data-image-title="Screen Shot 2017-09-28 at 12.19.14 PM" data-image-description data-medium-file="https://i2.wp.com/www.roofingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Screen-Shot-2017-09-28-at-12.19.14-PM.png?fit=300%2C167

<a href="http://www.roofingcontractor.com/articles/92503-ribble-roofing-contractor-certification-program-would-transform-roofing-industry">Ribble: Roofing Contractor Certification Program Would Transform Roofing Industry</a><br/><p><div><img src="http://www.roofingcontractor.com/ext/resources/News-Photos-2017/Reid-Ribble-1.jpg?height=635&t=1506956505&width=1200" class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>A certification program for roofing contractors scheduled to launch early next year has the potential to transform the roofing industry in United States forever, said <a href="http://www.roofingcontractor.com/search?q=ribble" target="_blank">Reid Ribble</a>, CEO of the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA).</p><p>The initiative, which begins with trainer instruction later this month, will be designed to elevate the industry to the level of other trade professions with existing national standards and protocols, like electricians and plumbers.</p><p> </p><br/>Published at Mo

<a href="http://www.roofingmagazine.com/snowstorm-in-the-gym/">Snowstorm in the Gym</a><br/><p><div><img src="http://knowroofing.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/4L5gMb.png" class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><p>I was recently introduced to Mike Pickel, co-founder of <a href="https://www.texastraditionsroofing.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Texas Traditions Roofing</a> in Georgetown, Texas. We were busy preparing case studies for our education issue, so I asked him if he’d worked on any interesting school projects lately. He replied, “Well, I did just get a call about a snowstorm in the gym.”</p><p>It took a second to wrap my head around that statement. A snowstorm. In the gym. In July. In Texas. </p><p>Now, that got my attention. I must admit, that wasn’t at all what I was thinking about when I asked about projects for our education issue. Our case studies usually put the spotlight on marquee projects like the new basketball arena at Ole Miss or the new indoor football prac

<a href="https://rooferscoffeeshop.com/take-proactive-approach-comes-fleet-management/">Take a Proactive Approach When it Comes to Fleet Management</a><br/><p><div><img src="http://knowroofing.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/vnIGsT.jpg" class="ff-og-image-inserted"></div><h2>RCS Influencer Brian Pratt says that contractors can reduce insurance costs by implementing a fleet management program.</h2><p>Many roofing professionals continue to be impacted by an increase in automobile insurance costs due to a substantial rise in the frequency and severity of auto claims. Severe losses can expose the assets of a roofing company if they are not properly managed. We have seen firsthand that a relatively low-impact (typically rear-end accidents) auto claims reach six and even seven figure ranges. The main contributor to auto claims is distracted driving.</p><p>With 27 years of experience in the roofing industry we have developed some proven strategies to help roofing professionals reduce their cos