Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
Elevating outdoor design with StoneDeks
By Emma Peterson. StoneDeks eliminates the constraints of conventional deck construction, providing the beauty and permanence of stone in elevated outdoor spaces. 19 years ago, Bart Stuchell noticed that people “loved the look and permanence of stone, but traditional deck construction limited what was possible.” This sparked an idea for ...
The expansive world of snow retention
By Emma Peterson. Effective snow management helps prevent property damage, improve safety and protect building occupants, making it a critical element of cold-climate roof design. When we think of managing weather in relation to a roof, often what comes to mind is rainfall or high winds. But another crucial element ...
Leave your mark on the industry
By Emma Peterson. How participating in associations like the Roofing Alliance gives professionals a chance to build a legacy. From providing broader industry advocacy on a national level to providing individual contractors with the resources they need to succeed, trade associations are invaluable resources. A prime example of one of ...
How much wood could a Woodchuck divert?
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Woodchuck AI is helping contractors turn construction waste, like lumber products, into savings and renewable energy. In a new episode of Contractor Outlook™ sponsored by SRS Distribution Inc., Heidi J. Ellsworth talks with Todd Thomas about how his company, Woodchuck AI, is helping contractors manage ...
September is safety month!
By Emma Peterson. Tremco's Safety Month serves as a reminder that the most effective safety programs go beyond checklists. Safety is not just about regulatory compliance and checking off boxes on a to-do list – it's about making sure every person on your job site and in your company gets ...
Creating more informed clients
By Emma Peterson. RCABC’s consumer guides and FAQs help bridge the knowledge gap between property owners and roofing professionals, creating more informed conversations and better project outcomes. At the Roofing Contractors Association of British Columbia (RCABC), their team is not only dedicated to “becom the definitive source for professionals within ...
Creating career pathways
By Emma Peterson. Learn how Rising Stars is uplifting young people and connecting them to job opportunities in the roofing industry. Recently, David Hutchinson stopped by The Coffee Shops® for an episode of the Roofing Road Trips® podcast. David, who is the executive director and founder of the ...
Making valuable products, not expensive ones
By Emma Peterson. Behind the scenes of developing Versico’s innovative Temperature Sensing Gun. A couple months ago, Versico released a new product – their Temperature Sensing Gun (TSG). To learn more about this product and how it was developed, we interviewed Brian Calaman, Versico’s associate product manager. Identifying the need ...
Beat the heat with Tremco’s sealants
By Emma Peterson. Even in the hottest season, you can trust these sealants to stick. According to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), July 2026 was the hottest month ever recorded in the United States (records begin in 1895). And this is not an isolated North American ...
FAQS of waterproofing part 2: Environmental factors
By Emma Peterson. This installment of Pli-Dek’s FAQ series addresses common concerns about waterproofing performance, such as cracking, slip resistance and maintenance requirements. In the first article of the FAQs (frequently asked questions) of waterproofing series, Pli-Dek experts shared practical answers to frequently asked waterproofing questions, helping contractors and property ...
