Emma Peterson, Senior Content Developer
Making a house a home throughout all seasons of life
By Emma Peterson. Learn about how metal performs in different environmental conditions. Editor’s note: Share this with clients unsure if a metal roof is right for their home. A roof is the main line of defense between a home and the natural environment around it. The roof protects the occupants ...
Drumroll please, the ARMA awards are incoming!
By Emma Peterson. Submissions for the 2025 Excellence in Asphalt Roofing Awards closed on Sunday, December 1, 2024, and now we just have to wait to hear the judges’ decisions! Every year, the Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) hosts their Excellences Awards Program to recognize professionals in the industry ...
12 gifts to present to a roofer in your life!
By Emma Peterson. It’s easy to get wrapped up in holiday preparations and find yourself at a loss of what to gift someone, which is why we’ve created this contractor gift guide! The holidays are a hectic time, from trying to get together with family to wrapping up another year ...
Building the foundation: Metal building competition
By Emma Peterson. Learn how the Metal Building Manufacturers Association is bringing in and training new talent with their student competition. The world of metal construction is constantly evolving as new technologies and processes emerge on the market. Unfortunately, many designers and architects are still not using metal to its ...
Looking back at the IIBEC 2024 show
By Emma Peterson. The IIBEC show was a great space for industry professionals to learn, network and look forward to the future of the industry. This year, The Coffee Shops™ crew got to explore the International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC)’s 2024 show in Phoenix, Arizona. As we head ...
Solar that shines
By Emma Peterson. Explore how Tesla Solar Roof systems offer versatility, beauty and performance that makes bringing sustainability to your home seamless. One of the most common and visible solutions to creating sustainable energy are solar panels because, in addition to having short- and long-term energy and economic benefits, they ...
Looking back and moving forward at IRE
By Emma Peterson. We’re flashing back to the past with Leister at IRE 2024 to get excited about the 2025 expo, where they’ll have another booth! One of the highlights of the last year at The Coffee Shops™ was seeing all of our friends at the 2024 International Roofing Expo ...
Between the membrane and the insulation
By Emma Peterson. Learn how cover boards safeguard commercial roofs from hail, fire and more! Roof cover boards are an incredibly powerful part of a commercial roof system, but they are not often used. USG Securock® Roofing director of sales Derrick Hutchinson explained, “Cover boards have been recommended for commercial ...
Ho, ho, ho: Is your roof ready for snow and more?
By Emma Peterson. Snow won’t be the only thing on your rooftop, a visit from Santa’s sleigh is expected soon and we want to make sure your roof is ready! From strings of lights in the night to the magic of the first snowfall, winter can be a time of ...
¡Viaja a Texas para los NWIR Days 2025!
Por Emma Peterson. Coge tu sombrero y tus botas porque no querrás perderte la conferencia anual de NWIR este febrero. National Women in Roofing (NWIR) está organizando la conferencia de redes y educación más importante para mujeres en la industria de techos en San Antonio, Texas, los días 16 y ...
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