Chimney flashing, cool roofs, comedy and more!

By Dani Sheehan. 

Celebrate the top content from 2023 and see what topics are top of mind for home andd building owners like you! 

When you have questions, we find the answers! No matter the topic, we strive to connect roofing contractors with homeowners and building owners to provide education and build relationships. We wanted to take a moment to celebrate the hard work by our industry partners and Coffee Shop crew in the amazing content we shared last year.  

Top articles 

Top AskARoofer article - “IKO Introduces Summit Grey – A new Color in its Line of Performance Shingles” 

The North American mountains inspired the addition of Summit Grey to IKO’s Dynasty® and Nordic™ Performance-class shingle lines. Offering homeowners exquisite curb appeal, these shingles also have a strong impact resistance rating and protect against wind uplift, so they are well suited for any climate. 

Top innovative product article - “Owens Corning Expands Algae Resistance Warranty Coverage” 

This article shows Owens Corning’s commitment to investing in the longevity of a roof’s curb appeal. Increased from ten years to 25 years, their Algae Resistance Limited Warranty provides long-term protection against blue-green algae thanks to advanced granule technology. Our innovative products’ page helps keep you up to date on new products, technologies and innovations designed to better protect your home. 

Top Q&A article - “Q&A – Advice on Flashing a Chimney” 

Our resident expert roofer, John Stout with Go Roof Tune Up™ helps a homeowner from Minnesota with a question about how high to run the flashing for their chimney. Don’t miss answers to all your roofing questions – submit your own question or read about other common problems and how to solve them! 

Top podcast episodes 

AskARoofer podcast - “How Cool is Your Roof?” 

Listen to industry experts from the Cool Roof Rating Council (CRRC) explain how important it is for your roof to help manage the temperature of your home. In this exhilarating episode around sustainability, you’ll see why we think roofs are cool and how to take advantage of a cool roof for your home too! Catch more episodes from AskARoofer during your commute to work or while you’re cooking dinner and wow your friends and family with cool facts about all things roofing. 

Understanding Roof Restoration podcast - “Hail Damage and Fluid Applied Reinforced Roofing” 

Join Greg and Hal from Western Colloid as they discuss how fluid-applied reinforced roofing is an excellent way to remediate hail damage. If you’re a building owner, this episode is for you! They talk about how to identify hail damage on commercial roofs, which substrates are more susceptible to damage and how to talk to insurance adjusters about alternative solutions for repairs. Whether you’re looking to get into roof restorations yourself or just like learning about roofing systems, our Understanding Roof Restoration podcast provides answers to questions you submit each month. 

Social media posts 

Join our community of homeowners when you follow us on Instagram and TikTok and hear industry experts answer important questions about your roof. Some days it’s all business, and other days the crew is sure to have you rolling on the floor laughing and sending posts to all your friends. 

TikTok – In this video, homeowner Jack wants to know how long their multi-layered roof will last. Watch the video to find the answer you need! 

Instagram reel – Even working in the industry, I still call my dad when I’m having issues with my roof! This Instagram reel captures the sentiment all too well. Who do you call first?