Get a FORTIFIED Roof™ to Stand Strong Against Storms
As intensifying weather events occur across the country, it's increasingly important to take action to protect your home. Even regions outside the traditional hail belt or tornado alley are experiencing extreme storms. As a result, there's a growing interest in and need for resilient roof systems that can withstand high winds, impact from debris, and water intrusions.
Unpacking the GAF TimberSteel™ System and the Benefits of Premium Metal Roofs
Thinking of adding metal roofing to your business offerings? Between its high-performance materials, easy installation, and industry-leading warranties, your customers will love getting a new GAF TimberSteel™ premium metal roofing system.
If you're a residential roofing contractor thinking about expanding into the commercial sector, you're not alone. Plenty of roofing contractors start their companies with a focus on the residential market and then make the decision to expand into commercial roofing. Adding a commercial division can seem like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be if you take it one step at a time.
Cool roofs can help save you money on energy bills* in the North as well as the South. Apart from energy savings and lower monthly bills, your building might qualify for certain financial incentives from local and federal governments. Plus, you'll do your part to ensure that your building is more environmentally friendly due to your cool roof performance.
Roofing Contractor Competition: GAF RA Grad Wins NRCA SkillsUSA Competition
GAF Roofing Academy helped prepare a Tampa, Florida technical student to win big at the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) SkillsUSA state and national commercial roofing contractor competition and step into a roofing career.
Roof framing is essential for supporting your entire roof system—including the decking, insulation, and roofing material—and plays a critical role in protecting your home from the elements. Two of the most common framing methods are rafters and trusses. While they serve a similar purpose, providing structural support for the roof, they differ significantly in structure, installation, and performance.
When it's time for a new roof, you have all sorts of decisions to make, such as the type of materials to use and the shingle color that will best complement your home's exterior. If the house has a gutter system, you'll also have to consider whether to remove gutters when replacing the roof or simply protect them while the work is being done.
Regular maintenance can significantly extend your roof's life. Assessing your roof each year can help you find minor issues early, enabling you to address them before they turn into serious problems or damage your roofing system.
Spring thunderstorms can pack an extra punch when hailstones come crashing down on roofs, potentially causing significant damage. Your roof is your home's first line of defense against weather, and impact-resistant shingles and other roofing accessories are one of the smartest ways to protect your home from damage during severe storms.
Roofing projects can generate a significant amount of waste, making proper disposal essential to keeping the worksite safe and well organized. Renting a roofing dumpster is a practical solution, but choosing the right size is crucial. A dumpster that's too small can potentially lead to overflow issues and costly overage fees due to weight limits.
Across the country, cities and towns are discussing the need for more housing. Demand is booming, and supply hasn't quite kept up. This is why the National Association of Home Builders cites "limited amount of existing inventory and pent-up demand for single-family construction" as one of the driving forces behind the increase in new residential developments.
If you're a roofing contractor eager to grow your business, creating tailored ads and using paid marketing strategies can improve your chances of success. Getting the word out about your company within your community means that your business comes to mind—or pops up during an online search—when homeowners need roof repairs or replacement.
As a roofing contractor, safety and efficiency are your top priorities. While it may seem like a small detail, choosing the right ladder for the roof can mean the difference between a smooth, safe job and a frustrating, potentially dangerous one.
As a building owner, you understand the importance of a durable, well-maintained commercial roof. It not only protects occupants but also helps prevent water intrusion that can compromise the building's structural integrity, among other essential functions. When a roof develops extensive damage or leaks, full replacement may be necessary. However, in many cases, restoring a commercial roof with elastomeric coatings can help revitalize its performance and extend its lifespan without a significant upfront investment, offering a cost-effective alternative to a full replacement.
When starting a commercial roofing job for a client, choosing the right type of materials is one of the first—and arguably most important—steps. Selecting the proper products can help you stay within budget while meeting the requirements of strict building codes.
When you're in the process of designing or constructing a new building, commercial certifications for roofing contractors might not be top of mind. However, when it comes time to book a professional roofer to finish off and protect your project, selecting the right person for the job involves more than asking for references. Commercial roofing certifications can help make your decision easier.
TPO membrane installation is easier than ever with these tips from GAF Senior Commercial Training Specialists Dave Scott and Wally Brown from the "Roofing it Right" video series. From seam direction to installing "fingers" for better wind uplift resistance, these two roofing pros provide the critical information you need to make your TPO installation process as smooth as possible from start to finish.
For centuries, architects led the way in technological innovations that influenced how buildings were designed and constructed. However, in the latter two decades of the twentieth century, advances in computer science necessitated changes to the practice of architecture and the way 3D space was designed and visualized.
At GAF, we're serious about our sustainability promise: to protect what matters most, including our people, our communities, and our planet. We recently published 21 new GAF product-specific Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) as one way we're delivering on that promise.
How can roofing assemblies contribute to a building's energy efficiency, resiliency, and sustainability goals? Intentional material selection will increase the robustness of the assembly including the ability to weather a storm, adequate insulation will assist in maintaining interior temperatures and help save energy, and more durable materials may last longer, resulting in less frequent replacements. Hybrid roof assemblies are the latest roofing trend aimed at contributing to these goals, but is all the hype worth it?
Have you ever thought about building products reducing the carbon dioxide emissions caused by your building? When considered over their useful life, materials like insulation decrease total carbon emissions thanks to their performance benefits. Read on for an explanation of how this can work in your designs.
The roofing industry is seeing an increasing demand for initiatives that support the Latino community, a driving force behind the industry's overall growth and success. GAF has been at the forefront of this wave with its Latinos in Roofing events, which celebrate, empower, and educate Latino contractors by giving them the knowledge they need to equip their businesses for success. Providing networking, business growth, and education seminars, the Latinos in Roofing Expo has gained so much popularity that it's become a recurring annual event.
The GAF Latinos in Roofing expo has been empowering Latino roofing professionals since its inception in 2022. Each year, the events see steady growth as word spreads about the learning and growth opportunities for Spanish American contractors.
GAF plant communities are so much more than places to do business. They're communities where employees raise their families, support their neighbors, and call their home. That's why, after Hurricane Helene tore through several plants—including Valdosta, Tampa, Savannah, and Statesboro—the local GAF team jumped into action to support those impacted by the storm. This spirit of service—even when many were grappling with damage themselves—embodied the GAF mission to protect what matters most.
Durante los últimos años, GAF ha organizado la Expo Latinos in Roofing para reconocer, celebrar y empoderar a los contratistas e instaladores de techos latinos. Este foro proporciona un entorno cómodo y acogedor en el que es posible establecer contactos, recibir formación y adquirir conocimientos, todo en español.
