For a commercial roofing contractor, it can be easy to be swept off your feet when the opportunity to snag a big roofing project comes along—but there are some things you should know before going after a large roof. Keep Things in Perspective To begin with, don’t lose your head over the prospect of…
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Whether you’re a veteran roofing contractor or a new hand looking to break into the business, it can be difficult to find the right fit as you search among commercial roofing companies hiring new recruits. As with any job market, the available positions can be few while the applicants are plentiful. Also, keep in…
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You’ve seen it in the news before: “Business shut down due to OSHA violations”. Whether it was the owner of a construction company not providing the proper safety gear, or from an employee who didn’t follow safety protocol, OSHA violations can be the downfall of any roofing business. For the benefit of the roofing…
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Roof coatings are one of the fastest-growing segments of the commercial roofing marketplace. They offer a variety of great benefits: roof life extension, waterproofing, and energy cost savings. But how does a contractor sell the value of this roofing service to customers? We put together some advice proven to be effective. Roof Coating Sales…
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Are you tired of the residential roofing market? Or perhaps you’re looking for ways to further expand your company. There are many advantages in moving away from residential into commercial roofing services. One key distinction is the different dynamics. In the residential market, low-priced offers or high-pressure sales tactics are often-used tactics for getting…
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Are you interested in learning more about the metal roof coating process? At some point in their life-cycle, metal roofs tend to start leaking. A roof coating system is an effective solution for stopping leaks and other issues. If you’d like to know more about the metal roof restoration process, we can help. We…
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There are many factors behind a successful roofing project bid. Gaining the customer’s confidence, offering a good solution, and having a good record are just a few. But one of the biggest drivers of success is in the presentation. This applies especially to your commercial roofing proposal. It should be clear, detailed, precise, and…
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In today’s blog post, we will take a look at why roofing industry associations are important. For commercial roofing contractors, these groups offer chances to establish further credibility and stronger networking. And for building owners, it is a matter of trust. Roofing projects are a steep investment, so being careful about whom goes up…
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We’re going to take a look at the advantages which commercial roofing has over construction – including how it provides more opportunities for profitability and steadier work flow. We recently sat down with a Conklin Master Contractor that owns Montana-based Schrock Construction and Schrock Commercial Roofing, Inc. With over 35 years of construction experience,…
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There are many opportunities in commercial roofing. In just 2014 alone, commercial roofing sales are expected to top off at $5.3 billion. Plus, in the future, the nationwide commercial roofing market is projected to reach new heights. But while this industry opens up some great possibilities, mastering commercial roofing sales can be another matter.…
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