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Evelyn Witterholt, Content Developer
Single Father Gifted New Roof by Local Association
By Evelyn Witterholt. The Lubbock Area Roofing Contractors Association decided to give thanks to a cherished member of the community with a new roof. Since 2019, Mario Martinez has been in desperate need of roof repairs. His roof had been in such a bad state of disarray and when it ...
Which System is Better for Mounting Solar: Rail or Rail-less?
By Evelyn Witterholt. For contractors mounting solar, it’s important to understand the pros and cons of rail and rail-less solar mounting systems. Solar panels and metal go hand in hand! The durability and sustainability of metal roofing pairs well with the energy efficiency of solar panels. With many home and ...
Resort Featured on “The Bachelor” Gets a Luxurious Roof Upgrade
By Evelyn Witterholt. This high-end Pennsylvania resort recently had its roof replaced with DaVinci synthetic slate. The Chateau at Nemacolin resort in Farmington, Pennsylvania is known for its lavish looking exterior. But when the hit TV show “The Bachelor” decided to film there, the management team knew it was time ...
A Roof Underlayment That Withstands Over 250°F
By Evelyn Witterholt. This SBS modified-bitumen membrane underlayment resists high temperatures and has an anti-slip surface. The Defender TU from TopShield® is your answer to a need for a tile roof underlayment that resists high temperatures. The SBS modified-bitumen membrane was designed specifically for steep-slope slate tile roofs and is ...
Case Study: State Record-breaking Solar + Storage System
By Evelyn Witterholt. Vacuum thermal processing service facility features the largest rooftop solar + storage system in California. Solar Atmospheres of California (SACA), a vacuum thermal processing service facility has more than 60 furnaces for vacuum heat treating and brazing. Because of their high demand for energy, their plant in Fontana, ...
Protect Your Roof From the Wrath of Mother Nature
By Evelyn Witterholt. How can you make your roof resistant to the elements? Have a FORTIFIED Roof installed on your home! After Hurricane Ida wreaked havoc across the East Coast and with Atlantic Hurricane season upon us, homeowners are looking for ways to strengthen their roofs. The roof is one ...
RoofersCoffeeShop® Discusses the Latest Advancements in Metal Roofing Technology
By Evelyn Witterholt. The informative presentation focuses on emerging technologies in the metal industry. Recently, RoofersCoffeeShop® (RCS) President Heidi J. Ellsworth gave a presentation on the latest advancements in metal roofing technology on an episode of METALCON Live!. There, she was joined by Mark MacDonald, sales and marketing manager of ...
Top July Articles: Technology, Trade Shows and Metal Roofing
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s what’s been trending on RoofersCoffeeShop®(RCS) this past month. This last month has shown us that metal roofing is still a popular topic! Our second most popular article last month was announcing the launch of MetalCoffeeShop.com, our sister-site dedicated to everything metal. We also saw a rise ...
Make a Difference for Future Young Roofers
By Evelyn Witterholt. Here’s how you can contribute to the Davis Memorial Foundation Scholarship. In 1996, the Western States Roofing Contractors Association (WSRCA) wanted to help fund the future of the roofing industry with a scholarship foundation. A year later the Davis Memorial Foundation Scholarship was born. The scholarship program ...
The Great Recession Debate
By Evelyn Witterholt. Chief Economist, Mischa Fisher, discusses the recent economic changes and what roofers can do to prepare for the future. In the latest episode of Roofing Economic Outlook, Mischa Fisher, chief economist at Angi, and RCS President Heidi J. Ellsworth discuss the various changes to this country’s economy. ...
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