When you dream big, you can achieve anything. But it certainly makes things easier when you have a helping hand from the industry you aspire to succeed in.The journey towards a career in the roofing business begins for those who enroll in the GAF Roofing Academy, a hands-on training program that prepares individuals to pursue an entry-level roofing position in commercial or residential roofing, including solar.

Are you hand-cutting 3-tab shingles instead of using perforated hip and ridge cap shingles? You're not alone. At one time, 3-tab shingles were the market leader, so hand-cutting and installing 3-tabs on ridges and hips was standard practice.

An ice dam at the edge of a roof can create beautiful icicles—however, those icicles turn ugly quickly when they damage your roof or home. To keep these icy dangers at bay, here's your primer on what ice dams are, the steps that you can take to safely remove them, and how you can prevent new ones from forming in the first place.

Architectural shingles help protect your home against the elements. As a bonus, they come in a wide variety of colors and styles to match any decor.What Are Architectural Shingles?Architectural, or laminate shingles, consist of two or more layers of material. They are made of asphalt coated fiberglass and are installed over the roof deck and underlayment. They also have a thicker coating of asphalt than single layer 3-tab singles.