Environmental

How ‘Cool Roofs’ Can Reduce Heat in Cities

Reflective roof coatings can provide a small but significant solution in the race against climate change

Roofing

Coastal Construction Relies on Impact- and Wind-Resistant Composite Roofing

The bull’s eye is on us. September is the most common month for hurricanes to make landfall. 

Now that Ida has passed, are you ready for…

Roofing

Select Shake Composite Roof Gives New Look and Value to Older Home

An impact-resistant Select Shake roof from DaVinci Roofscapes adds new life, value, and curb appeal to this Texas home.

Roofing

Composite Shake Roofing Adds to Curb Appeal

Building industry pros applaud the realistic profiles and colors of DaVinci Select Shake tiles. The composite roofing enhances curb appeal and stands up to Mother Nature.

Roofing

Roofing Products: Asphalt Still Tops, Metal Growing in Popularity

6 new products in the asphalt and metal roofing categories offer fresh takes on these popular materials

Roofing

Zip System Roof Assembly Stays Dry in Hurricane Conditions

The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) conducted a hurricane-force, wind-driven rain demonstration on Jan. 9, 2020, to show…

Construction Quality

7 Deadly Sins: Avoid These Construction Defects, Part I

Home builder best practices for identifying and eliminating construction defects in roofing, siding, and decks

Jobsite Safety

How Owners Should Comply With OSHA Roofing Safety Guidelines  

Building owners have a responsibility to protect people who venture on their roofs, according to OSHA. OSHA prescribed certain safety requirements…

Roofing

10 New Roofing Products to Spruce Up Home Exteriors

These roofing products—from porcelain roof tile to zinc cladding—offer a wide range of options for almost any roof type

Solar

How Can Builders Prepare for More Solar?

More U.S. markets are adopting mandates requiring solar energy for new construction. Here are answers to common questions