Is Your Brand Fresh?
Updating Your Brand to Keep up With Consumer Behavior by Heidi J. Ellsworth, Owner, HJE Consulting (Editor’s Note: Heidi J.
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Safety as a Core Value
Fostering a Culture of Safety in the Roofing Industry by Stephen Zasadil, WSRCA Safety Consultant, President, SNK Services LLC (Editor’s
Read moreTile Talk: Getting Up To Date
Upgrades of Roofing Assemblies is Smart by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s Note:
Read moreConstruction Law: Avoiding Misclassification
The Impact of Worker Misclassification in the Construction Industry by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent
Read moreContractor Marketing: Purpose-Driven Marketing
Taking Precautions to Put Money Where it Matters by Heidi J. Ellsworth, owner, HJE Consulting (Editor’s Note: Heidi J. Ellsworth,
Read moreSafety Corner: No More Cutting Costs
Embracing Safety as an Investment by Stephen Zasadil, WSRCA safety consultant, president, SNK Services LLC (Editor’s Note: Stephen Zasadil spent
Read moreEditor’s Notes: Death on the Job
Fatalities from Falls Continue to Rise It seems like the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics releases its report of Job
Read moreTile Talk: Are You Fixing or Repairing?
The Importance of Maintenance on Rooftops During Winter by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance
Read moreConstruction Law: Internal Gutter? Know the Risks
Staying Aware of the Potential Pitfalls of Internal Gutters by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent
Read moreContractor Marketing: Artificial Intelligence Finds Roofing
Effective Ways to Use AI to Help the Roofing Industry by Heidi J. Ellsworth, owner, HJE Consulting (Editor’s Note: Heidi
Read moreSafety Corner: Consistency Is Key
Prioritizing Roofing Safety in the Year Ahead by Stephen Zasadil, WSRCA safety consultant, president, SNK Services LLC (Editor’s Note: Stephen
Read moreEquipment Notes: Transitioning to Battery Power
California Emissions Standards Changes for 2024 by James Yundt, president & GM, Roofmaster Products Company (Editor’s Note: James Yundt is
Read moreEditor’s Notes: Game Changer
COVID and the Long-Lasting Consequences on Housing It’s obvious. I know it’s been said before, but it bears repeating. The
Read moreTile Talk: Increasing Efficiency
Increasing Your Bottom Line Through Preparation by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s Note:
Read moreLow-Slope Roofing Market
Western Commercial Roofing Market Steadily Rising by Marc Dodson, editor Despite market hurdles such as rising inflation, higher interest rates,
Read moreContractor Marketing: Asking Questions
Expand Success with Immediate Testimonials by Heidi J. Ellsworth, owner, HJE Consulting (Editor’s Note: Heidi J. Ellsworth, a graduate of
Read moreSafety Corner: Weathering the Heights
A Comprehensive Guide to Safe Roofing in Every Season by Stephen Zasadil, WSRCA safety consultant, president, SNK Services LLC (Editor’s
Read moreEditor’s Notes: Santa & the North Pole
Claus Industries: The Original Off-Shore Corporation It’s getting close to the end of the year and we’re gearing ourselves up
Read moreConstruction Law: Drug Laws
Medical Marijuana Use & Drug Testing by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney, partner
Read moreTile Talk: Wildfire Season
Wildfire Urban Interface Codes Have Changed by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance
Read moreTool Review: Built to Perform
Metabo HPT 1-3/4” Coil Roofing Nailer by Ali Turner, editorial & multimedia manager When it comes to asphalt shingle
Read moreConstruction Law: For Sale
Five Steps for Selling Your Construction Business by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney,
Read moreContractor Marketing: SkillsUSA
The Next Challenge for the Western States by Heidi J. Ellsworth, owner, HJE Consulting (Editor’s Note: Heidi J. Ellsworth,
Read moreSafety Corner: Establishing a Culture of Safety
The Crucial Role of Comprehensive Safety Orientation for All by Stephen Zasadil, WSRCA safety consultant, president, SNK Services LLC
Read moreEquipment Notes: OSHA Inspections
How to Prepare For & Pass OSHA Inspections by Dan Dallenbach, territory sales manager, Roofmaster By preparing for the
Read moreEditor’s Notes: Staying on Top
The Western Roofing Expo Is Around the Corner While it’s not yet up to the level most Western roofing contractors
Read moreMarket Survey: Western Market Share
The Roofing Product Market in the West by Marc Dodson, editor Just when it looked like we might be
Read moreSafety Corner: WSRCA Safety Companion App
Your Essential Tool for Workplace Safety by Stephen Zasadil, WSRCA safety consultant, president, SNK Services LLC (Editor’s Note: Stephen
Read moreEquipment Notes: Fire Hazards
Are You Sure You Closed Your Jobsite Properly? by Eddie Garcia, territory sales manager, Roofmaster Products Company (Editor’s Note: Eddie
Read moreEditor’s Notes: Domino Effect
City Vacancy Rates Continue to Rise There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic changed the business model. Some say
Read moreConstruction Law: Bankruptcy Claims
Prime Contractor Denied Subcontractor Indemnification by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney, partner at
Read moreEquipment Notes: Protect Your Work Area
Perimeter Warning Line System Requirement Options by Pat Amicucci, Northern California territory sales manager, Roofmaster Products Company
Read moreSafety: Why It’s Important
Inspecting Fall Protection Equipment Matters by Stephen Zasadil, WSRCA safety consultant, president, SNK Services LLC
Read moreTile Talk: Maintenance Program
The Roofing Industry’s Untapped Market by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance
Read moreMarket Survey: Steep-Slope Market
Western Residential Roofing Market Looks Very Healthy Indeed by Marc Dodson, editor Despite dire predictions of a recession, the
Read moreEquipment Notes: Protect Your Work Area
Perimeter Warning Line System Requirement Options by Pat Amicucci, Northern California territory sales manager, Roofmaster Products Company
Read moreConstruction Law: OSHA Penalties
New Enforcement Guidelines by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s
Read moreEditor’s Notes: Mixed Bag
Some Good News & Some Bad News If we’re headed toward a recession, as some keep predicting, you would never
Read moreTile Talk: Due Diligence
Inspecting Proper Flashing After A Storm Event by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s
Read moreSafety Corner: Communication is Key
Creating An Open & Honest Safety Environment by Stephen Zasadil, WSRCA safety consultant, president, SNK Services LLC (Editor’s Note: Stephen
Read moreContractor Marketing: Marketing Initiatives
How to Market Your Company More Efficiently by Heidi J. Ellsworth, owner, HJE Marketing (Editor’s Note: Heidi J. Ellsworth, a
Read moreEquipment Notes: Mixing & Matching
Why It’s Not a Good Idea to Use Various Pieces of Equipment by Pat Amicucci, Northern California territory sales manager,
Read moreEditor’s Notes: The Economy
The Construction Industry Looks Healthy for the Near Future Where is the construction market headed? Are we moving toward a
Read moreConstruction Law: I-9
Are You Ready for an Audit? by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney, partner at
Read moreTile Talk: After the Storm
Be Prepared for Post-Storm Demand by Richard K. Olson, president & technical director, Tile Roofing Industry Alliance (Editor’s Note:
Read moreConstruction Law: FAST Act
What California’s New Law Could Mean for Everyone by Trent Cotney, partner, Adams & Reese, LLP (Editor’s Note: Trent Cotney,
Read moreContractor Marketing: Diversifying Your Business
Sales & Maintenance Programs Lead to Revenue Opportunities by Heidi J. Ellsworth, owner, HJE Consulting (Editor’s Note: Heidi J. Ellsworth,
Read moreSafety Corner: Training & Tracking
Making Sure Your Team is Up to Date on Protocols & Procedures by Stephen Zasadil, WSRCA safety consultant, president, SNK
Read moreEquipment Notes: Fixed Access Ladders
OSHA Safety Requirements by James Yundt, president & GM, Roofmaster Products Company (Editor’s Note: James Yundt is the president and
Read moreEditor’s Notes: Taxing the Sun, Part II
Back to the Drawing Board: California Alters Plan to Tax Solar Panels It’s not over yet. Last year we reported
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