Why Edge Metal Matters on Low-Slope Roofs and How ES-1 and GT-1 Apply
Edge metal is the first line of wind defense on low-slope roofs. Here’s what ES-1 and GT-1 require and why manufacturer-sourced metal lowers risk.
Kentucky Orders Insurers to Fix Noncompliant Fortified Roof Endorsements by Nov. 1
Kentucky’s insurance commissioner has found multiple noncompliant Fortified roof endorsement filings and given carriers until Nov. 1 to resubmit compliant
Metal Roof Installation Details That Separate Good Contractors from Great Ones
Five small metal roofing details, from closures to panel prep, that prevent callbacks and deliver cleaner, longer-lasting installations.
Study: Hail-Resistant Roofs Could Cut Insurance Premiums 50%
An Alberta study finds hail-resistant roofing can cut homeowners insurance premiums by up to 50% in high-risk areas while lowering deductibles and improving
CertainTeed Launches Landmark PWR Solar Roof
CertainTeed introduces Landmark PWR, a solar shingle system built on the Landmark asphalt platform, now available to roofing contractors.
ARMA Advisory: Do Not Apply Coatings or Rejuvenators to Installed Asphalt Shingles
The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association advises against field-applied coatings and rejuvenators on installed asphalt shingles. Here is what the advisory says and what to check first.
Drip Edge Installation for Asphalt Shingle Roofs: What the Guidelines Call For
Learn how drip edge flashing protects asphalt shingle assemblies from water damage, plus ARMA’s installation guidelines for eaves, rakes, and gables.
Aged Asphalt Shingles Show Wide Variation in Wind Performance, IBHS Study Finds
IBHS research shows asphalt shingles age differently across climates, with sealant loss driving most wind failures after a decade of real-world exposure.
New Construction Roofing — What Grand Strand Builders Should Expect
A roofing subcontractor that holds up the schedule holds up the whole build. Here is what builders should expect from a roofing partner on the Grand Strand.
Signs of Storm Damage After a Coastal Storm
After a tropical system, hailstorm, or wind event, here is what to look for on your roof before damage turns into something worse.