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Tariffs: 5 Ways to Avoid Rising Costs on Consumer Products

August 27, 2019

As the leader of a 2nd generation “All American Made” USA manufacturer, I share my thoughts on how consumers can avoid tariff war worries. Tariffs are becoming a way of life and, realistically, there is no way for consumers to 100% avoid being impacted by them. Even many “Made in America” products incorporate offshore raw… ( read more )

Rust: Steel Roofing Can Be Protected

August 7, 2019

Steel roofing can offer certain desirable attributes for some homes, and often at a lower price point. But how do you keep a ferrous metal like steel from rusting? 1. Protect cut edges 2. Buy the right quality of steel 3. Ensure that a steel roof is right for your environment Cut Edge Protection for… ( read more )

Are All Metal Roofs Created Equal? 8 Factors that Determine Quality

July 5, 2019

  Something is weighing heavily on me these days. It’s the lack of education and depth of knowledge of many, if not most, roofing contractors. I had a contractor send me an email recently and, while I am paraphrasing a bit, here’s what he asked me: “All of this talk you make about different types… ( read more )

Condensation: It’s Raining in My Attic!

December 10, 2018

As someone who helps thousands of homeowners each year with their roofing questions and concerns, I can depend on one thing like clockwork. Every spring and fall, I will field many calls and emails from desperate, scared, and frustrated homeowners who are exclaiming “I had a metal roof installed, and now it’s raining in my… ( read more )

How Do You Find a Roofing Contractor Who Knows What They Are Doing?

May 3, 2018

Thinking of a metal roof for your home? The big question is how do you find a roofing contractor who knows what they’re doing? Beyond getting a list of contractors, how do you select the best contractor? Metal roofing is still very much a specialty product. Like anything, if it’s not properly installed, you will… ( read more )

Does Your Roofing Contractor Do These 9 Things?

April 5, 2018

There are few things in life we can do that can either go fabulously well or miserably wrong. Most things land someplace in the middle. One of those things that can be great or horrible is hiring a contractor. Use this simple list to help you choose a roofing contractor that has your best interests… ( read more )