Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
The 2026 Western Roofing Expo has something for everyone
By Emma Peterson. From the fairway to the expo floor, WRE 2026 offers roofing professionals countless ways to learn, connect and grow. We’re less than two months away from the 2026 Western Roofing Expo (WRE)! This show, which will be hosted from Sunday, September 27, 2026, to Tuesday, September 29, ...
Tremco enters the retail market
By Emma Peterson. Learn about the Vulkem® Pro Series, Tremco’s first step into the retail sealant market. Tremco Roofing Products has long been a leader in commercial markets for roofing and waterproofing products. With their new Vulkem® Pro Series, they are taking that expertise into the retail space for the ...
SRS delivers more than products; they deliver expertise!
By Emma Peterson. SRS Distribution's commercial roofing teams help contractors streamline projects through product knowledge, specification support and reliable jobsite coordination. SRS Distribution is known across the roofing industry for their large catalog of top-of-the-line roofing products. Specifically, in the realm of commercial and low-slope roofing, they stock everything from ...
Top July articles: Legendary returns and unmatched conversations
By Emma Peterson. These standout stories explore the trends, people and products shaping the future of the outdoor contracting industry. As another month comes to a close, it’s time for our usual article recap! This month, the OutdoorCoffeeShop™ readers were especially interested in construction growth, sustainability, innovative products and ...
Top July articles: Mental health, global politics and market predictions
By Emma Peterson. Explore the articles that generated the most interest this month. In the last month, over 250 articles have been published on RoofersCoffeeShop.com. That’s a lot of reading to keep up with, especially for busy contractors who are going between the office and the field. To make it ...
Greentech Center showcases award-winning custom fabrication
By Emma Peterson. A roofing solution that not only offers unmatched security but also honors cultural identity. Tornado Alley is a nickname for the center of tornado activity in the United States, extending from West Texas through Oklahoma, Kansas and most of Nebraska. Anadarko, Oklahoma, which sits 50 miles ...
Free snow retention plans that simplify every project
By Emma Peterson. Rocky Mountain Snow Guards helps contractors protect people and property with free, customized snow retention layouts. In a new Roofing Road Trips® episode, Karen Edwards sat down with Brian Cross and Dylan Quirk of Rocky Mountain Snow Guards to learn about how they support roofers with ...
Are you ready for the robots?
By Emma Peterson. John Kenney shares why contractors with strong systems, clear workflows and documented processes will be best positioned to embrace new technologies. For many of us, robots seem like something from a science fiction movie – something that might be cool but is far from becoming a ...
The value of running a tight ship
By Emma Peterson. As regulations evolve, contractors who embrace systems and accountability are finding it easier to stay compliant and protect their operations. In a new From the Ground Up™ episode, Karol Weyman sat down with John Kenney, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, to talk about the legal, safety and ...
Expanding beyond bitumen
By Emma Peterson. Joel Shealy discusses how market challenges and customer needs have shaped BITEC's modern offerings. In a new Roofing Road Trips®, we had the opportunity to chat with Joel Shealy about how BITEC has differentiated themselves from the crowd and built a 40-year-long legacy of quality and care. ...
