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Two trends that defined roofing in 2026
By Emma Peterson. From immigration enforcement challenges to the rapid expansion of data center construction, contractors faced significant opportunities and risks this year. As another busy year begins to come to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the trends and changes that have occurred. To help us do that, ...
2027 CRCA Trade Show and Seminars brings roofing education and innovation to Chicago
By The Coffee Shops®. The event features more than 150 manufacturers and suppliers, technical seminars, safety education and networking opportunities. The 2027 Chicago Roofing Contractors Association (CRCA) Trade Show and Seminars will bring roofing and waterproofing professionals together January 20-22, 2027, for three days of education, networking and product discovery. Since 1983, the ...
October updates from Trent Cotney
By Emma Peterson. Check out the different legal topics highlighted in this month’s Cotney Brief. Every month, Trent Cotney of Adams & Reese sends out a newsletter, the Cotney Briefs, discussing legal insights and advice for contractors. These topics can range from code changes and contract provisions to supreme court cases and ...
Why jobsite access control matters more than ever
By The Coffee Shops®. Takeaways from the Alabama immigration case Venegas v. Homan that contractors should pay attention to. Last month, an Alabama federal court made a ruling in the case of Venegas v. Homan. This case arose from two encounters involving Leonardo Garcia Venegas, a U.S. citizen who builds ...
Preparing today to recover faster tomorrow
By Emma Peterson. Learn how proactive planning can help contractors protect their people, assets and operations when disaster strikes. With over a month left of hurricane season and storm systems cropping up left and right in the Pacific, understanding how to prepare for the next storm is still just as important as ...
Keeping revenue flowing during winter
OCS Influencer Trent Cotney recommends out-of-the-box thinking during the off season. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a conversation with Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese. You can listen to the interview or read the transcript below. Emma Richardson: Hi everyone, this is Emma Richardson for OutdoorCoffeeShop.com and I'm ...
Technology is powerful but so are boots on the ground
OCS Influencer Trent Cotney suggests confirming digital models to ensure you're estimating the right way. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a conversation with Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese. You can listen to the interview or read the transcript below. Emma Richardson: Hi everyone, this is Emma Richardson with ...
Keeping your revenue in multiple baskets
RCS Influencer Trent Cotney says diversifying your work can create predictable, scalable income. Editor's note: The following is a transcript of a conversation with Trent Cotney of Adams and Reese. You can listen to the interview or read the transcript below. Emma Richardson: Hi everyone, I'm Emma Richardson with RoofersCoffeeShop.com and ...
Trent Cotney shares new legal insights
By Emma Peterson. In his September 2026 newsletter, Trent Cotney highlights legal cases and changes contractors need to be aware of. Every month, Trent Cotney, a partner and roofing litigation/arbitration expert at the Adams and Reese law firm, releases a Cotney Brief newsletter. These newsletters share key insights from Trent on the ...
Thriving in an increasingly tight market
By Emma Peterson. Insights on navigating consolidation, managing risk and building the operational discipline needed to succeed in today’s roofing industry. In a new episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth and Trent Cotney sat down for a conversation about the current state of the roofing industry and ...
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