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Learn how horizontal lifeline systems save lives in the roofing industry
By Cotney Consulting Group. Horizontal lifeline systems play a crucial role in protecting roofing workers. However, in order for the system to be effective, you must ensure that proper installation, regular maintenance and thorough training are understood at all levels. Working at heights is an inherent risk for professionals in the roofing ...
Top November articles: Exciting promotions, aerial imagery and risk management
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s what has been trending on the CoatingsCoffeeShop™ (CCS) newsroom this past month. For our roof coating specialists, getting a bird's eye view of a jobsite is everything! One of our most popular articles from November was a piece on the benefits of aerial imagery ...
Navigating the challenges of succession planning for roofing contractors
By Cotney Consulting Group. With the future in mind, succession planning can be a strategic process for roofing contractors. In small and family owned roofing businesses, versatility is not just a virtue; it's a necessity. Business owners don multiple hats, balancing roles as accountants, lawyers, consultants, marketers and HR specialists. While this ...
The power of accurate unit cost estimating
By Cotney Consulting Group. Accurate unit cost estimating transforms the fundamental aspects of roofing projects and revitalizes contractors' sales process. Accurate estimating is the cornerstone of success in the roofing contracting industry. Detailed estimates serve as the bedrock in this complex field, providing exhaustive insights into quantities, costs and rates essential for ...
What are some best practices for successful coating installations?
CCS Influencer John Kenney says successful roof coating installation begins with rigorous surface preparation. In the specialized roofing field, contractors face unique challenges regarding roof coating installations. The success of these coatings is not just a matter of enhancing the aesthetic appeal of roofs but also about ensuring their longevity and ...
AI's integration into roofing operations
By Cotney Consulting Group. Artificial Intelligence allows tasks that previously would have taken weeks of manual effort to be executed in mere seconds. Learn how these tools can offer roofing contractors a crucial competitive advantage. In today's digital age, the value of time has significantly escalated. This is especially true for the ...
Learn how worker compensation rates affect economy, date accuracy and more
By Cotney Consulting Group. Decreasing workers' compensation rates in Florida marks a significant development for the state's business landscape. Florida's decision to implement a substantial 15.1% decrease in workers' compensation rates, effective January 1, 2024, represents a pivotal shift in the state's approach to workers' compensation insurance. This decision, approved by the ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® Releases 2023 Roofing Industry Trends Report
The 2023 Trends Report identifies current business issues as well as training and technology needs. RoofersCoffeeShop®, the award-winning website where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business, announces the release of its latest Roofing Industry Trends Report, sponsored by Beacon Building Products. This Trends Report, which gathered information ...
Fall arrest systems in roofing: Ensuring safety through accurate distance calculations
By Cotney Consulting Group. Elevated work is the norm in the roofing industry, so meticulous safety precautions such as the precision of fall distance calculations within fall arrest systems. In the roofing industry, where elevated work is the norm, meticulous safety precautions are paramount. Central to this safety net is the precision ...
Extra, extra! Read all about it! The 2023 Trends Report is here!
By Dani Sheehan. The metal market is increasing in both commercial and residential roofing, material availability continues to battle supply chain issues and so much more! See what RoofersCoffeeShop® found in this year’s report and what to expect in 2024. Since 2016, RoofersCoffeeShop has surveyed contractors to identify key issues ...
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