Adam Cabrera, Podcast Producer
Community Hero Becomes a Lucky Winner
By Adam Cabrera. In a display of community support, Navy veteran Chris Waterfield received a new roof in recognition of his military service and ongoing dedication to his fellow veterans. Chris Waterfield served aboard the aircraft carrier the USS America for eight years in the 1980s. Now he devotes his ...
Safety, Cyber Threats and Lawsuits in the Roofing Industry
By Adam Cabrera. Proper training, documentation and communication are key to risk mitigation. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips, David Toney of Adams and Reese, a law firm known for construction law, shed light on common pitfalls faced by roofing contractors and the significance of being well-prepared to ...
Staying on top of Safety While on top the Roof
By Adam Cabrera. Regular maintenance of roof safety systems is vital just as it is for any other part of a building. Roofing professionals have a responsibility to ensure safety while working at heights, a topic discussed in a recent episode of the Roofing Road Trips where host Heidi J. ...
New Strides in PVC Membrane Recycling
By Adam Cabrera. PVC's longevity and reusability make it an ideal component in numerous construction applications. In a recent Roofing Road Trips episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Shawn Stanley of IB Roof Systems. Together they dive into the post-consumer recycling process and new methods of recycling PVC membranes ...
Richard Carroll on His Experience in the Industry and What’s Changed
By Adam Cabrera. From an apprentice to eventually owning his own business, Richard shares what he’s learned over the years in the industry. Richard Carroll, a seasoned professional in the roofing industry, is the co-founder of Carroll Consulting Group. In a recent Roofing Road Trips episode, host Heidi J. ...
Let’s Get Ready for the VARP 56th Annual Summer Convention!
By Adam Cabrera. Professional development, networking opportunities and fun-filled activities, VARP gears up for its 56th Annual Summer Convention. The 56th Annual Summer Convention organized by the Virginia Association of Roofing Professionals (VARP) is fast approaching. That’s why in this new episode of Roofing Road Trips episode, host Megan Ellsworth ...
Color me Impressed! Stay Ahead of the Trends With This Color Forecast
By Adam Cabrera. Color is more than just the finishing touch, it’s a tool that contractors can utilize for their marketing and sales programs. In a recent RLW hosted by Karen Edwards from RoofersCoffeeShop®, Kiki Redhead and Brynn Wildenauer of Sherwin-Williams explained the significance of the Architectural FUSE Color ...
Meet New Zealand Women in Roofing!
By Adam Cabrera. An organization working to pave the way for women in the traditionally male-dominated industry. In this episode of Roofing Road Trips, Heidi J. Ellsworth takes a trip across the globe to speak with Jenny Maxwell, chairperson of New Zealand Women in Roofing (NZWiR). A unique organization in ...
A State of the Industry: Solar Power and Metal Roofs
By Adam Cabrera. Learn the 'language' of solar, the challenges it poses in the transition to sustainable construction and how solar on metal roofs make a perfect pairing. In the new Roofing Road Trips episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth meets Rob Haddock from S-5!® as they discuss the state of the ...
Hometown Heroes: 3 Inspiring Roofing Projects Honoring Veterans Across America
By Adam Cabrera. These stories from across the U.S. highlight individual acts of generosity, as veterans in Pennsylvania, Georgia and North Carolina receive new roofs. A high-quality surprise in Pennsylvania In Freedom, Pennsylvania, the power of gratitude and giving back was heartily on display. Local Air Force veteran Scott Broge ...
