TPO took the market, EPDM did not die: a 2026 spec writer’s call
Single-ply now holds 47 percent of the commercial roofing market and TPO is the fastest growing piece at 6.79 percent CAGR. EPDM keeps its corner in cold climates and chemical exposure. The right call depends on climate zone, not vendor preference.
How the 50 percent metal tariff is reshaping commercial roofing bids
Section 232 tariffs sit at 50 percent of full customs value on imported steel and aluminum after the April 2026 proclamation. Aluminum mill shapes are up 33 percent year over year. If your bid sheet still runs on 2024 pricing, you are bidding to lose money.
988 saved more than 4,300 young lives. Here is what we still owe the rest.
A new JAMA study shows the 988 Lifeline cut youth suicide deaths 11 percent since launch, saving more than 4,300 lives. The win is real. The work is not done. Here is what every family with a firearm should do tonight, and what we still owe the rest.
5 Signs Your Roof Needs Attention Before It’s Too Late
Curling shingles, granule loss, attic leaks, rising energy bills, and age. A roofing industry veteran shares the warning signs every homeowner should know.
Why Customer Experience Is the Future of Home Services
Price and speed used to win in home services. Not anymore. The future belongs to companies that deliver exceptional customer experiences at every touchpoint.
What homeowners get wrong about contractor estimates
The cheapest estimate is rarely the best value. Homeowners who choose contractors based on price alone end up paying more in callbacks, repairs, and frustration. Learn what a good estimate actually includes and how to compare them properly.
How to give feedback that people actually hear
I once gave feedback so badly that three crew members put in for transfers. The fix: be specific, describe impact, say what you need, and then stop talking.
How I Balance Being an Executive, Advocate, and Father
Balance is a myth. Rhythm is real. How I manage being a Regional GM, gun violence prevention advocate, and father without choosing just one.
Grief does not follow a schedule and neither does healing
Grief doesn't follow stages. I lost my mother to suicide at 22 months old. Forty-eight years later, the grief still shows up unannounced. Here is what I have learned about carrying it.
What getting engaged at 48 taught me about patience and timing
I got engaged at 48 after a divorce and a career reset. The timing was not what I planned. It was better, because I finally knew who I was.
Survivor to Advocate: Turning Pain Into Purpose
How losing my mother to gun violence at age two led to a lifetime of advocacy. The journey from carrying pain silently to using it for purpose.
The first 90 days in a new leadership role: what actually matters
Most first 90 days advice assumes a functional organization. I inherited falsified records and mass turnover. Here is what I actually did versus what the playbooks say.
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