Author: Rich Prue

Rich Prue is the founder of The Roofer’s Helper, a leading resource for roofing contractors and homeowners seeking expert advice on roofing industry trends, business tips, and home maintenance. With years of hands-on experience as a second-generation roofer, Rich brings practical knowledge and insider insights to help roofing professionals start and grow their businesses and serve clients effectively. The Roofer's Helper platform reaches close to 1 million followers on social media, offering both educational and entertaining content, business resources, marketing tips, and product recommendations to roofing professionals and homeowners alike. https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-prue/

How To Find An Honest, Reliable Roofer In Houston, Texas Finding a reliable roofer can be a difficult task.  Finding a good roofer in Houston and the suburbs can be especially difficult, with so many roofers to choose from.   Whether you are looking for a flat roof repair to your Houston home, tile repair, or a full roof replacement, finding an honest, affordable roofer is crucial.  One roofer may insist you need a new roof, while a second roofer may determine you only need a small roof repair.  It is important to find a roofer in the Houston area…

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Joe Wade, from Bucks County in Pennsylvania started a new roofing company in 2018.  He liked Donald Trump’s slogan “Make America Great Again”, so he decided to name his company “Trump Roofing” and use the slogan “Make Your Roof Great Again”. Before using the new business name,  spent a few thousand dollars a week advertising online.  He says the attention he gets brings in free advertising now.  It has also brought criticism, stolen signs, and negative posts on his Facebook page. His business has been growing, and now Trump Roofing has offices in Allentown and Abington. In explaining his choice…

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January 28, 2020  — Philadelphia, PA —  The District Attorney has charged a roofer in connection to a body that was found in a burning vehicle in a South Philadelphia parking lot. Luis Cruz, 39, is charged with murder, arson, possession of a firearm, possession of an instrument of crime, obstruction of justice, abuse of corpse and tampering with evidence. According to District Attorney Larry Krasner, Cruz was a contractor that was hired to do a roofing job for the victim. The victim was unsatisfied with Cruz’s roofing work and refused to pay, according to the District Attorney’s Office. On…

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How to Start a Construction Company In ColoradoThere are a number of steps to take to start a construction business in the the state of Colorado.  You must do your own thorough research, as laws change regularly. You may want to start here:  How To Start A Construction Company.  Here are some steps you may have to take (not necessarily in order) to start your own construction company, along with links to more information.Getting started- The state of Colorado provides a few helpful websites for getting your business started: https://www.colorado.gov/apps/jboss/cbe/start-business.xhtml and http://www.coloradosbdc.org/starting-your-business-Register your construction company name.Find out more about registering a fictitious name here: http://www.coloradosbdc.org/resources/resource-guide/legal-structure-and-registrationIf…

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LAKE WORTH, Fla.  — A Florida roofing contractor is facing attempted murder charges in connection to the stabbing of a co-worker. According to the arrest report, Jerald Goodwin, a supervisor in an unnamed Florida roofing company, told deputies he came to the construction site and told Stevenson to move his dump truck to another location to collect roof debris. Stevenson refused. When Goodwin called another supervisor, Stevenson attacked him with a knife. Goodwin was found by deputies with multiple stab wounds.  He sustained a deep cut to his abdomen, a slash to a thigh and injuries to his hands. Goodwin…

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How to Start a Construction Company In New YorkThere are a number of steps to take to start a construction business in the the state of New York.  You must do your own thorough research, as laws change regularly. You may want to start here:  How To Start A Construction Company.  Here are some steps you may have to take (not necessarily in order) to start your own construction company, along with links to more information. Getting started- The state of New York has a website about starting a business here: New York Business Express-Select your business structure.Sole-proprietor, LLC, Partnership, Corporation, etc.-Register your business…

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How to Start a Construction Company In New JerseyThere are some important steps to take to start a construction business in the state of New Jersey. A construction company could include building, excavation, home improvements, carpentry or any other type of commercial or residential work.  You may want to start here:  How To Start A Construction Company.  You must do your own thorough research, as laws change regularly.  Here are some steps you may have to take (not necessarily in order) to register your construction company, along with links to more information.Here is a website that will help if you want to start…

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How to Start a Construction Company In ArizonaThere are some important steps to take to start a construction business in the state of Arizona. A construction company could include building, excavation, home improvements, carpentry or any other type of commercial or residential work.  You may want to start here:  How To Start A Construction Company.  You must do your own thorough research, as laws change regularly.  Here are some steps you may have to take (not necessarily in order) to register your construction company, along with links to more information.Getting started- The official website about how to start a business in Arizona is found here: Arizona Business…

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How to Start a Construction Company In VirginiaThere are a number of steps to take to start a construction business in the the state of Virginia.  You must do your own thorough research, as laws change regularly. You may want to start here:  How To Start A Construction Company.  Here are some steps you may have to take (not necessarily in order) to start your own construction company, along with links to more information.Getting started- The state of Virginia provides resources for getting your business started: Virginia Business One Stop-Select your business structure.Sole-proprietor, LLC, Partnership, Corporation, etc.  Find out more here:…

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Even with the innovation of pneumatic roofing nail guns, hammers are still necessary in roofing.  There are many different shapes and sizes of hammers available, each with different specific functions.  For residential roofing, four styles of hammers are mostly used.  What type you use depends on what type of roofing you are doing.  Asphalt shingles, slate, tile, and cedar shingles are the most common roofing material for sloped residential roofs, and installation for these materials usually requires a hammer and fasteners. Some common hammer options include smooth face, milled face (to help grip the nail), magnetic nail holder, steel head,…

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