AAR Experts

AARE - John Kenney - A sustainable roof still has to perform

September 28, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

AAR Expert John Kenney says the most sustainable roof performs properly, uses resources responsibly and delivers the greatest value over its useful life. Sustainable roofing has become a much bigger part of the conversation for homeowners and building owners. Cool roofs, reflective coatings, recyclable materials and energy-efficient systems all have real ... Read More

You can't storm-proof a roof, but you can prepare it

September 16, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

Storm preparation starts when the forecast is clear. Home and building owners often ask what they can do to protect a roof before severe weather arrives. After more than four decades in roofing, my answer usually begins with an important distinction: you cannot make a roof storm-proof. What you can ... Read More

AARE - SEP - Brittany Wimbish - Roof coatings vs full replacement

Roof coatings versus full replacement for sustainability

September 10, 2026 at 5:00 a.m.

AAR Expert Brittany Wimbish says sustainability is about not wasting what you have, while also being realistic about its condition. When we talk about sustainability in roofing, it doesn’t always mean starting over with a brand-new roof. Sometimes it means getting more life out of the roof you already have. That’s ... Read More