Jenny Yu, Writer & Reporter
Education and engagement at IRE 2026
By Jenny Yu. TRA Snow and Sun leaders discuss contractor conversations, booth activities and plans for the year ahead. TRA Snow and Sun has kicked off 2026 with a busy schedule, including a stop at the 2026 International Roofing Expo (IRE)! Ben Anderson, head of operations, and Mindy Dahlquist, ...
Taking care of each other
By Jenny Yu. The National Women in Roofing’s Central Oregon Council’s first reroof event gifted a local veteran with a free new roof. For their first reroof event, The National Women in Roofing’s Central Oregon Council gave a local veteran a new roof in Redmond, Oregon. The event, ...
Contractors’ best friend
By Jenny Yu. K9 Fasteners is leading the pack with jobsite solutions that are strong and dependable. When the founders of K9 Fasteners started their company about 17 years ago, they decided to name their company after their love for humanity’s most loyal companions. “Dogs are kind, faithful, hardworking ...
Choosing the right standing seam metal roof
By Jenny Yu. ASC Building Products outlines Skyline Roofing and Skyline Roofing hp to help contractors and homeowners determine the best material for them. Metal roofing continues to gain momentum across residential and commercial construction and ASC Building Products is helping guide that conversation with its recent article, “Key ...
Bonded by trust
By Jenny Yu. How Franklin International’s culture and history drive the future of adhesion. For nearly a century, Franklin International has built its reputation on trust, innovation and a people-first approach that continues to shape its role in the global adhesives market. The video “The Franklin International Family: A ...
How metal meets the strongest weather demands
By Jenny Yu. Metal roofing offers durability, efficiency, and long-term protection in a changing climate. For homeowners facing increasingly intense wind events, roof performance has become a central concern. In the article “How do I protect my Florida home from high winds?” by Trevor Underwood, DECRA Metal Roofing outlines ...
Building trust from the rooftop
By Jenny Yu. Becca Haggard shares how passion and product performance shape her roofing business. In a recent episode of Roofing Road Trips™, Megan Ellsworth sat down with Becca Haggard, owner of That Girl Roofing, to discuss her journey into roofing and why she partners exclusively with IKO Industries. ...
Roofing takes the fast lane at CRSMCA 2026
By Jenny Yu. The Durham-based event combined networking, product innovation and a NASCAR-inspired experience. The 2026 Carolinas Roofing and Sheet Metal Contractors Association (CRSMCA) Mid-Winter Roofing Expo brought energy and connection to historic Durham, North Carolina, with a NASCAR-inspired theme. The annual event drew several hundred contractors and exhibitors ...
A total-solution package for trade pros
By Jenny Yu. The Malco Group brought all of their brands to IRE, showcasing their commitment to ongoing innovation in the industry. The 2026 International Roofing Expo in Las Vegas marked a turning point for many brands as thousands of contractors, manufacturers and distributors met on the trade show ...
Small but mighty: NERCA annual convention delivers big impact
By Jenny Yu. Strong attendance and meaningful conversations defined this year’s event in Connecticut. The North East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) 98th Annual Convention and Trade Show brought energy and engagement to Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut, where contractors, manufacturers and industry leaders gathered for education and connection. Karen ...
