Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
Top August articles: Announcements, industry insights and more!
By Emma Peterson. From major industry announcements and scholarship awards to emerging market trends and wildfire preparedness, these were the RCS articles that got the most clicks this August. August was a month of announcements here at The Coffee Shops®! For our team, we launched a new microsite (www.RoofersCoffeeShop.ca) ...
Top August articles: Finance tips, sales insights and product innovations
By Emma Peterson. This month’s top articles all shared tips and tools to help outdoor professionals improve efficiency, strengthen profitability and stay ahead in a busy season. While August is often the backdrop to peaceful, backyard memories for homeowners, it is one of the busiest months for outdoor professionals. From ...
Top August articles: Innovative products, wildfire resistance, customer service and cool roofing
By Emma Peterson. Take a look at the articles that resonated most with AAR readers this August. Our editorial team here at The Coffee Shops® has been especially busy providing articles that help bridge the gap between home and building owners and the roofing world. In August 2026 ...
Employee classification 102: The who and how
By Emma Peterson. From branding and exclusivity to duration of work and advertising, discover the key factors that determine worker classification. With subcontractors, independent contractors and non-traditional employee roles, it can be hard to figure out how to properly classify your team. To get some clarity on employee classification, we ...
Innovation on display
By Emma Peterson. From groundbreaking products to new business solutions, expo floors connect contractors with the innovations and partnerships that drive growth. One of the most exciting parts of any industry event is the expo hall. Expo halls are typically filled with tables and/or booths showcasing the best and brightest ...
Creating collaboration across a continent
By Emma Peterson. Industry veteran John Kenney explains how stronger connections between Canadian and American contractors can drive innovation, education and long-term industry growth. In our first-ever Roofing Road Trip® Canada edition, John Kenney and Karol Weyman discuss how the launch of RoofersCoffeeShop.ca will help build bonds between the Canadian ...
Inside Heritage Pro Service
By Emma Peterson. This program delivers practical resources, industry connections and rewards tailored specifically for the pool service industry. Recently, Michelle Cooke from Heritage Pool Supply Group came by OutdoorCoffeeShop™ for an episode of From the Ground Up™. Michelle has been a part of the pool industry for a little ...
Learn about your roof one minisode at a time
By Emma Peterson. AskARoofer™ Minisodes break down common homeowner concerns into short, easy-to-understand podcast episodes featuring trusted industry experts. For many homeowners, their roof is the second-most expensive investment they’ll make in their home – just after buying the home itself! With that large of an investment on the table, ...
Division 7 is the August R-Club Roofer of the Month!
By Emma Peterson. Learn how a commitment to customer service has fueled decades of growth and success for this Ohio commercial roofing company. Every month, we celebrate one of the incredible roofing companies in our R-Club community. For August 2026, that company is Division 7 Roofing! Founded in 1979, ...
Helping the next generation Climb the Ladder
By Emma Peterson. This initiative provides roofing companies with practical tools to develop employees, strengthen leadership and improve workforce retention. Across the United Kingdom, there is one common industry challenge top of mind for roofing tradespeople – the skill shortage. Contractors are struggling to bring in new talent and develop ...
