Projects & Design
Circular construction project features smog-reducing shingles
By Malarkey Roofing Products. Sustainable thinking means choosing the best materials and methods for each project. By finding recycling opportunities and decreasing energy consumption, these building envelopes work to reduce the impacts of climate change. At Malarkey Roofing Products®, creating sustainable roofing shingles is the gold standard. Receiving funding from ...
Challenges when working with historical roofs
By Emma Peterson. Learn from the company that has worked on the U.S. Capitol about best practices for restoring a historic roof. In this AskARoofer Podcast episode, Megan Ellsworth and Lauren White spoke to Bob Kraft from Wagner Roofing Company about all things historical restoration. Bob is a project executive ...
Dutch Quality Stone™ debuts new, nuanced Oak Blend™ colorway for three profiles
Oak Blend is a masterfully crafted hue that redefines the rustic side of the spectrum. Westlake Royal Building Products™ (“Westlake Royal”), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK) announces Oak Blend™, a captivating new colorway available across Dutch Quality Stone brand’s three distinct stone profiles: Limestone, Stack Ledge and Weather Ledge. This new colorway ...
Express yourself with boundless exterior color
By DaVinci Roofscapes. There are no hard and fast rules for curb appeal. Hear from the experts how to embrace colorful exterior materials. Choosing a roof color is not a typical to-do item. Since roofing materials can last for decades, most people only need to make a roof color decision once or ...
Dutch Quality Stone™ unveils dark and moody new colorway, Coal Crest™
Dutch Quality Stone introduced the new colorway in two stone profiles at the International Builders' Show (IBS) in Las Vegas this February. Westlake Royal Building Products™ (“Westlake Royal”), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), introduces the exquisite new color option Coal Crest™ available in its Dutch Quality Stone brand. Coal Crest embodies a ...
Color insights
By Kate Smith, Sensational Color. FRESH Colors for Homes With Brick or Stone. Take a fresh approach to coordinating the colors and materials for your home exterior. FRESH Colors for Homes with Brick or Stone is a free 21-page step-by-step guide that provides you with insights on how to create a color ...
A breath of fresh air for University of Texas San Antonio
By Tremco WTI. Tremco WTI and Pure Air Control Services were called to help clear up UTSA’s ongoing maintenance problems and restore their HVAC. Tremco’s Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. (WTI) offers roofing and general contracting services for those looking to restore their buildings and facilities. Last year, the University of Texas ...
Top January articles: Roofer profiles, the ins and outs of roof valleys and project of the year awards
By Anna Lockhart. Here’s what’s been trending in the AskARoofer newsroom for the month of January. Home and building owners were eager to learn more about the profile pieces written about standout contractors from across the country last month. Ryan Kruse, Josh Yandle and Landon Coggins in particular ...
Unleash the power of versatility with these metal roof styles
By Dani Sheehan. Once you’ve decided on a metal roof, determine the best style to match your neighborhood and meet your needs. Metal roofing continues to be a popular choice for homeowners seeking both style and durability. With a variety of metal roof styles available, you can find the perfect ...
Composite roofing – 1. Squirrels – 0
By DaVinci Roofscapes. Getting all the benefits with composite slate, minus the squirrels! Homeowner Joseph Curran was not happy. As with most homeowners, his asphalt roof was failing. After 25 years of service, it was worn out. But he was mostly frustrated with the squirrels living in his attic. They were gnawing ...
