What Tesla’s Solar Roof Left Behind for Roofing Contractors
Tesla discontinued its Solar Roof after a decade, but its impact on roofing continues. Here is what contractors gained from the experiment.
Sunstone Credit Launches Flex Loan for Roofing and Other Commercial Energy Projects
Sunstone Credit’s new Flex financing product helps commercial contractors close roofing, HVAC, and energy projects up to $6 million with no property liens.
Roofing Estimating Class Set for Oct. 13
A roofing estimating class is scheduled for Oct. 13, aimed at helping contractors price jobs more accurately and protect their margins.
Two-Day Metal Roofing Systems Course Returns to UW-Madison
A two-day Metal Roofing Systems course returns to UW-Madison Dec. 3-4, 2026, covering design, installation, troubleshooting and CEUs.
2026 Metal Roofing Products: Standing Seam Screws, Zinc, Edge Metal and Snow Retention
A roundup of new metal roofing products for 2026, including a standing seam fastener, an architectural zinc line, ES-1 edge metal profiles, and a two-pipe snow
Metal Roofing 2026 Outlook: Growth Drivers Through 2030
Metal roofing shipments are projected to rise sharply through 2030, with residential replacements, standing seam adoption, and weather resilience leading the
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.
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
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.