Red Dog's Roofing
The state of the metal industry
By Jenny Yu. Metal contractors from across the nation highlight growth, regional differences and workforce concerns in a special panel of industry leaders. On August 6, 2025, METALCON and MetalCoffeeShop® joined forces to host a special webinar titled “Metal Contractors Share the Real Deal.” The panel featured leaders from ...
The consequences of poor insulation and ventilation
By Matt Landry, Red Dog’s Roofing. Be aware of the negative effects an improper ventilation system can have on your home and your health. Your roof does more than just shield you from the elements. Beneath the surface, there’s a critical system working quietly to protect your home. Proper attic ...
Breaking down stereotypes, building up careers
By Jenny Yu. This roofing company hosted a day for youth to learn about the trades! On July 10, 2025, Red Dog’s Roofing held their first Community Roofing & Trades Day in Gardner, Massachusetts. The goal of the event: show young people what’s possible and unlock their future. ...
In the business of building futures
By Red Dog’s Roofing. Community Roofing/Trades Day introduced youth to the endless possibilities with trade career paths. In today’s job market, the younger generations are particularly vulnerable. For them, it seems like opportunities for jobs are few and far between, with hundreds of people carrying stacked resumes competing for the ...
Staying on the same page
RCS Influencer Patrick Cochran says that contractors should view relationships with all stakeholders as partnerships. When working with industry partners as a contractor, communication is key. It's crucial that everyone is on the same page about a project. As contractors, we must always keep everyone updated as things change. We can't ...
Red Dog’s Roofing is the July R-Club roofer of the month!
By Jesse Sanchez. Honoring family roots, scaling smart and bringing hands-on leadership to a growing roofing empire. When Patrick Cochran founded Red Dog’s Roofing in 2012, the name wasn’t just catchy, it was personal. “The name is very symbolic,” Patrick said in this Roofer of the Month podcast. “I named ...
Red Dog’s Roofing is the July R-Club roofer of the month!
By Jesse Sanchez. Honoring family roots, scaling smart and bringing hands-on leadership to a growing roofing empire. When Patrick Cochran founded Red Dog’s Roofing in 2012, the name wasn’t just catchy, it was personal. “The name is very symbolic,” Patrick said in this Roofer of the Month podcast. “I named ...
Giving your roof space to breathe
By Patrick Cochran and Matt Landry, Red Dog’s Roofing. Ventilation is key to keeping your roof healthy and performing efficiently. While we might imagine one structure when we think about our roof, it’s actually made up of a range of different parts and sub-systems. From the eaves to the decking ...
Building your roofing brand online
RCS Influencer Patrick Cochran says that, when used properly, social media can be a great source to build up a professional roofing brand. Roofing professionals can use social media in many ways to reach new clients and engage with their community. We have social media pages where we post organic content ...
Red Dog’s Roofing launches Roofing Week in Sarasota with free roof giveaway
A celebration of community, gratitude and giving back. Red Dog’s Roofing is proud to kick off its 1st Annual Red Dog’s Roofing Week in Florida by giving back in a big way: a free roof giveaway for a deserving member of the community in partnership with Habitat for Humanity. Nominations are ...
