IKO Industries
How to find employees for your roofing business
By IKO. If you have more roofing projects than you have qualified workers to complete them, here are some helpful tips for finding, hiring and keeping the right people. The old saying that “good people are hard to find” has never rung truer than in today’s construction industry, where a multitude of ...
Four easy ways roofers can use technology to improve their work **
By IKO. Stay competitive using aerial imagery, estimating software, social media, and innovative materials. As a roofer, you’ve probably spent years perfecting your craft. You’ve studied the best techniques, determined which roofing products work best under which conditions and worked hard to install attractive, lasting roofs for your clients. You’ve probably also ...
How to Properly Stack Shingles on a Roof
By IKO. Disclaimer: Please use caution when stacking bundles on sloped roofs. To save time, most roofers prefer to stack several shingle bundles on the roof before beginning to install them. However, shingles can be damaged if they are stored or stacked incorrectly, which may reduce the life span of the roof. ...
A guide to marketing and selling roof shingles to women
By IKO. Understanding how women influence buying and what they want will increase your sales. When you set up a sales appointment to meet with homeowners to discuss their new roof and why they should choose the brand of asphalt roofing shingles you recommend, how often is a woman present? ...
Contractor Achieves Highest PRO4 Milestone, Awarded New Truck
C&K Roofing receives Dodge truck through success in IKO PRO4 Plus C&K Roofing, Northern Idaho’s premier roofing contractor, received a brand-new Dodge Ram 1500 truck through IKO’s PRO4 Plus promotion. C&K reached the highest milestone in PRO4 Plus, using at least 20,000 roofing squares, along with three of the four ...
How to stay cool while roofing – tips for working outside in the heat
By IKO. Avoid workplace injuries by understanding the dangers of working in heat and first aid training. Disclaimer: This article provides general information only and does not constitute medical or definitive safety advice with respect to working in extreme heat. You should always consult with your doctor before working in extreme heat ...
Top Nail Gun Safety Tips for Roofers
By IKO. As a residential roofer, one of your top tools will be a roofing nail gun (often called a “roofing nailer”). The roofing nailer will help you fasten shingles or other roofing materials, such as underlayments, quickly and efficiently. Although there are other types of nail guns available – such as siding ...
IKO Hip and Ridge Cap Shingles from Style to Installation
With new laminated hip and ridge cap shingles, finishing a roof installation with a ridge cap is a much simpler process than with the old three-tab shingles. In summary, to install the ridge cap shingles, you simply separate them where they are perforated, “bend” them over the peak, and nail them ...
Introduction to the Roofing Gas Torch
By IKO. Understanding the components of roofing torches and fuels is vital to safe operation. Disclaimer: These tips are not a replacement for proper training. Please also ensure that all work is performed in accordance with any applicable laws and regulations in your area. Gas torches are often used in commercial low slope ...
RoofersCoffeeShop.com Welcomes IKO
For superior weather protection IKO manufactures some of the heaviest-weight asphalt roofing shingles in both North America and Europe. RoofersCoffeeShop.com, the place where the industry meets for technology, information and everyday business is pleased to welcome IKO. IKO is a global leader in the manufacture and supply of residential shingles, commercial ...
