Lars Walberg and Zach Stopyro – 2025 National Snow Guards Safety Month
Release Date: 02/26/2025
Cut the Dust!
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Gary Walpole from the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) to spotlight an issue that often flies under the radar on the jobsite: dust. As roofing work evolves, so do the risks. The NFRC’s “Cut the Dust” campaign is bringing new attention to how everyday tasks can impact crew health, and why the industry is starting to take a closer look. This conversation explores what contractors should be thinking about right now, where dust risks are showing up most and how the...
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Turning Invoice Errors Into Recovered Revenue
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards joins John Albright to explore how invoice mistakes can impact a contractor’s bottom line. The conversation looks at the challenge of comparing quoted prices from multiple vendors against what contractors are actually invoiced, and how discrepancies can be easy to miss across busy jobs and material orders. Listeners will learn how automating invoice review can help catch costly errors faster, improve accuracy and protect the contractor in their fast-paced purchasing...
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Coffee Conversations LIVE From FRSA 2026 Sponsored by TAMKO
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You won't want to miss this special Coffee Conversations, sponsored by TAMKO, coming to you LIVE from the 2026 Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Association (FRSA) tradeshow! Join us on the first day of the show as we meet with Florida roofing leaders and experts. Guests include contractors, service providers, manufacturers and distributors who will share their insights and wisdom straight from the trade show floor. You can watch from the comfort of your home, on your mobile device or in person from outside our lobby soundstage at the Gaylord Palms in Kissimmee, Florida. The topics will center...
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Reinventing Roofing Efficiency: The LoadRunner Story
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Heath Hicks, co-founder of The Catch‑All to explore how their newest innovation—the LoadRunner—is reshaping jobsite efficiency for roofing contractors. The conversation dives into the evolution of The Catch‑All’s product line and how the LoadRunner was born from real contractor experience in the field. Heath shares firsthand insights into the workflow improvements crews notice immediately, from faster material movement to reduced labor strain. They break down what it looks...
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A Pulse Check on Roofing
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth leads a timely conversation with Dave Harrison of Dave Harrison Consulting and Steve Little of KPost Roofing and Waterproofing on the current state of the roofing industry. The discussion takes a grounded look at economic pressure, labor challenges and evolving customer expectations while exploring how contractors are adapting their strategies. With insight from both an industry consultant and an active contractor, the episode highlights what it takes to remain resilient and...
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Why Contractors Are Rethinking Roof Reconditioning
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth sits down with Eric Cochran of SoyLei to explore why roof reconditioning products are becoming an important option for today’s roofing contractors to offer owners. The conversation looks at the new science behind SoyLei, how contractors can use asphalt shingle restoration solutions to build trust while creating new revenue opportunities with strong service, maintenance and restoration. Join them and learn how their shingle...
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From Launch to Long‑Term Success
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Megan Ellsworth talks with Aaron Weinstein from Terial and Lauren Morely from R3NG about how strategic technology relationships can drive real, long‑term success for roofing contractors. The conversation explores what Terial was built to solve, why it made sense to bring Terial into the R3NG operation and how the rollout has evolved since the initial software adoption. Together, they discuss how the day‑to‑day experience for contractors has changed,...
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RCS Influencer Trent Cotney - June 2026
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This month's question: What contractors need to know about green roofs Talking sustainability with architects and owners Positioning as a trusted expert outside roofing circles Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! Sign up for the Week in Roofing! Follow Us! #adamsandreese...
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Transforming Roofing With Cutting-edge Tools
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Karen Edwards is joined by Fred Castonguay and Shyam Prabhakar from Reworked.AI to explore their latest product innovations. They break down features like the Direct Mail Easy Button, HALO, Zip Analyzer and Storm Opportunities, discussing how these tools are designed to help roofing contractors streamline their processes. The team also shares insights on the Direct Mail Sequence and the driving forces behind these new developments. Plus, they’ll offer a sneak peek into what’s on the horizon for Reworked.AI, and how these innovations are shaping...
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Inside ImpactR-7
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In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Karen Edwards sits down with Aparna Jaggi of Versico to discuss ImpactR-7 and its role in advancing roofing insulation solutions. Aparna shares how ImpactR-7 came to be, the challenges it was designed to solve and how it addresses common shortcomings in traditional insulation. The conversation explores what makes ImpactR-7 an important development for the industry, including how it can support contractors and architects looking for more effective, forward-thinking building solutions. Listeners will also learn where to...
info_outlineIn this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, Heidi J. Ellsworth visits with Lars Walberg from Rocky Mountain Snow Guards and Zach Stopyro from DaVinci Roofscapes about the first annual National Snow Guards Safety Month coming up in March! This initiative is dedicated to educating property owners, roofers and builders on the critical role snow guards play in protecting homes, businesses and pedestrians from the dangers of heavy snow slides. Lars and Zach break down why snow retention is essential, what types of roofs need it most and how proper installation can prevent costly damage and injuries. They’ll also share expert insights on selecting the right snow guards, understanding snow loads and the key differences between installing them on new roofs versus retrofitting existing ones. Whether you're a contractor looking to enhance safety practices or wanting to learn more about snow guards, this episode is packed with valuable information to keep your roof — and those around it — protected all winter long.
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