Education & Learning
Aiding roofers at every stage of their career
By Emma Peterson. Through apprenticeship programs, industry training and career advancement resources, RCABC is creating pathways for both new and experienced roofers to succeed. Across Canada, apprenticeships are key for building job security and careers for young people as well as for ensuring that our tradespeople are trained and ready. ...
Sharpen your estimating skills with this advanced workshop
By Emma Peterson. Want to take your estimating skills to the next level? Don’t miss the chance to learn in-person from industry expert John Kenney! John Kenney will be teaching an Advanced Roofing Estimating Workshop in Lakewood, Florida this coming November. John, CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, has an ...
Meet us on the show floor!
By Emma Peterson. Join the RoofersCoffeeShop® crew and our giveaway winners at this year’s Western Roofing Expo! Just last week, our 2026 Western Roofing Expo (WRE) ticket giveaway closed, and five lucky winners were chosen! This giveaway was organized in partnership with Western Colloid and each winner received one ...
FAQS of waterproofing part 3: Contractor considerations
By Emma Peterson. The final part of Pli-Dek’s waterproofing FAQ series examines the decisions and processes that enable contractors to complete high-performance waterproofing projects. In our third and final installment of the Pli-Dek FAQs (frequently asked questions) of waterproofing series, we dive into project organization and management tips for waterproofing ...
RAiNA’s 2026 Conference is a must-attend event for professionals
By Emma Peterson. Stay at the forefront of sustainable architecture and resilient construction by going to the 2026 RAiNA Conference! RAiNA (the Rainscreen Association in North America) is an organization that was established with the goal of sharing resources and technical support related to rainscreens for professionals in the ...
Solar powered attic fans: What roofing contractors should know
By Attic Breeze. Solar powered attic fans address attic heat and moisture while offering homeowners a practical ventilation upgrade. A quality roofing system does more than keep water out. It also helps manage heat and moisture throughout the attic. When ventilation is inadequate, the symptoms may include excessive attic temperatures, moisture ...
The metal event of the year is here!
By Emma Peterson. With more than 250 exhibitors, expanded educational programming and interactive experiences across the show floor, METALCON continues to be the industry's premier gathering for metal construction. METALCON, the only event in the industry dedicated solely to the application of metal in design and construction, is just around ...
Build skills that keep you competitive
By The Coffee Shops®. METALCON brings hands-on training, expert-led education and year-round resources to contractors. As building codes, materials and technologies continue to change, metal construction professionals need practical ways to keep their knowledge current. Geared toward professionals at every stage of their career, METALCON supports ongoing contractor education with ...
Fortalece tus habilidades en el Western Roofing Expo
Por Alex Tolle, The Coffee Shops®, traducido por Alberto Torres Explora oportunidades educativas enfocadas en temas que van desde el rendimiento de los techos y la evolución de los códigos hasta el diseño de la envolvente del edificio y la administración de negocios durante el evento de este año. La ...
Building science takes center stage at ICAA 2026
By Alex Tolle. A special educational session will help insulation professionals better understand condensation control, hybrid assemblies and code requirements. Moisture management remains a critical consideration in modern construction, particularly when insulation assemblies combine materials with different air and vapor properties. At Insulation Contractors Association of America (ICAA)'s 2026 show, professionals can ...
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