Jesse Sanchez, Writer

From intern to manager: How hands-on experience shaped a thriving career in construction

June 20, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. Building a successful and fulfilling career from the ground up through hands-on experience, continuous learning and seizing opportunities for professional growth. Navigating a career in construction is no small feat, but for Jason Depina, the journey from intern to student construction manager associate at Weatherproofing Technologies Inc. ...

Unveiling cutting-edge roofing innovations

June 18, 2025 at 3:00 a.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. New high-performance membranes spark major interest at IRE 2025. At the 2025 International Roofing Expo (IRE), Swiss-based construction materials leader Sika Roofing & Waterproofing made a significant splash with the launch of two groundbreaking membrane technologies. Designed to simplify applications and elevate performance standards across U.S. roofing ...

Grow your metal business with the right tech stack

June 17, 2025 at 1:00 p.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. Learn how to choose and implement the right tech stack to streamline operations, boost productivity and grow your metal roofing business. RoofersCoffeeShop® has made it easier than ever for members of the roofing and construction industries to learn how they want, when they want, where they want ...

Grow your metal business with the right tech stack

June 17, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

How a website refresh reflects a broader digital imperative

June 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. In an age where digital relevance is fleeting, companies are rethinking their online presence to stay ahead. AEP Span, a leading manufacturer of architectural metal roofing and siding, has unveiled a comprehensive redesign of its website, aiming to enhance user experience and provide a more intuitive platform ...

Plug-and-play skylights reshape commercial construction

June 16, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. With prefabricated modular systems, skylight installation has become a quick, clean and architect-free upgrade. When it comes to commercial daylighting, VELUX Commercial North America has disrupted the game with its modular skylight systems — prefabricated, precision-engineered units designed to snap into place without the delays or complications ...

Bringing greener innovations to the roof

June 16, 2025 at 3:00 a.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. A new eco-friendly roofing adhesive turns heads at bustling trade show. In the fast-moving world of commercial roofing, one standout company is drawing serious attention not just for innovation, but for making sustainability and labor efficiency their top priorities. At the Coffee Shop Soundstage during this year's ...

Tapered insulation systems touted as key to labor-saving roofing practices

June 14, 2025 at 12:00 p.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. Contractors look to training, innovation and prefabrication to overcome persistent labor shortages. As the roofing industry continues to grapple with an entrenched labor shortage, manufacturers and contractors alike are seeking smarter, more efficient ways to tackle jobs. One solution is gaining traction: tapered insulation systems designed for ...

Stunning metal roofing projects fuse function and elegance

June 13, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

By Jesse Sanchez. Innovative metal roofing helps bring architectural visions to life without sacrificing durability or design. AEP Span’s architectural metal panels are turning heads and transforming rooftops across the West Coast, proving that metal can be as beautiful as it is resilient. From winery clubhouses perched in Oregon’s wooded ...