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/

The Importance of Liability Insurance for Roofing Contractors Starting a roofing business or growing your existing company is an exciting journey filled with potential opportunities. However, every roofing contractor, whether just starting out or well-established, must take critical steps to protect their business from potential risks. One of the most important protections is liability insurance. Roofing is inherently risky, and without proper coverage, even a single accident could result in financial disaster. In this post, we will break down what liability insurance is, what it covers, and why every roofing contractor should prioritize it. We’ll also explore real-life examples of…

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When selecting shingles for your roofing project, Tamko Titan XT and GAF Timberline HDZ are two industry-leading options. Both shingles offer advanced technology, but they differ in several key areas. Here’s a comparison to help homeowners decide which is the better choice for their roof.1. Wind ResistanceTamko Titan XT: Titan XT shingles are engineered with Tamko’s Advanced Fusion™ sealant technology, offering a superior wind warranty of up to 160 MPH.GAF HDZ: GAF HDZ shingles feature LayerLock™ technology and a StrikeZone® nailing area, providing a wind warranty of up to 130 MPH.Verdict: Tamko Titan XT offers better wind resistance, making it…

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RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL Family Owned & Operated Since 1976 At Embry’s Roofing, we believe that your roof is more than just a covering over your head – it’s an essential part of your home or business that protects you, your loved ones, and your assets from the elements.Over 45 years ago, our founder, Basil Embry, along with his sons, Robert and Mark Embry, started the company with a vision of providing the best possible roofing services to our customers.Robert Embry has continued this vision and has grown the company to better serve our customers. Services Some of the services offered by…

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ROOFING | SIDING | RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL Kingfisher Roofing is a reliable roofing contractor in Austin, Texas, offering quality roofing services. With our expertise in residential and commercial roofing, we specialize in shingle and metal roofing systems for residential properties, TPO Roofing for commercial properties, and James Hardie siding. Services Some of the services offered by Kingfisher Roofing include free inspections, roof replacement, roof repair/maintenance, storm damage, new construction, commercial roofing, metal roofs, TPO membrane roof, roof coatings, siding, chimneys, fascia. Areas Serviced Austin, TX Round Rock, TX Cedar Park, TX Leander, TXRollingwood, TX Pflugerville, TX Georgetown, TX Dripping Springs, TXLakeway,…

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ROOFING | GUTTERS | SIDING | RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL Our founder, John Pollock, has been in the roofing industry since 1976. With over 45 years of industry experience, John knows the ins and outs of all things roofing. He believes in taking care of his customers, so he’s incredibly hands-on during every project and personally fields all customer concerns with urgency. The rest of our crew knows their stuff, too! All our estimators have a minimum of 10 years of hands-on roofing experience. Plus, all our foremen are trained and certified in multiple roofing systems. We ensure an experienced supervisor is…

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ROOFING | GUTTERS | SIDING | RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL At Pineda Roofing, we take pride in being a family-owned and operated business with over 30 years of expert roofing experience dedicated to serving Maryland homeowners and businesses. Our deep community roots and unwavering commitment to quality ensure that every roofing project receives the highest level of care and attention. From your first call to the final inspection, we treat you like family, approaching every home as if it were our own. We are a faith-based company that tries to model Ephesians 6:7.We invite you to reach out via phone or through…

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ROOFING | GUTTERS | SIDING | RESIDENTIAL | COMMERCIAL O’Donnell Roofing Co. is dedicated to being the premier provider of roofing contracting services for the Main Line and surrounding counties. Our reputation of professionalism, strong workmanship, and dependability started at the beginning and still stands after four generations, almost 100 years later. Services Some of the services offered by O’Donnell Roofing include free inspections, roof replacement, roof repair/maintenance, Residential Roofing, Commercial Roofing, Siding, Gutters, Solar, Windows & Skylights, Storm Damage, Custom Services, Asphalt Shingles, Slate, Tiles, Cedar, Shake, and Metal Roofing. Areas Serviced Ardmore, PA Berwyn, PA Broomall, PA Bucks County,…

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West Palm Beach, FL– Ryan Wesley Routh, a 58-year-old former roofer with a lengthy criminal history, has been arrested following an alleged assassination attempt on President Donald Trump. Routh, once active in the North Carolina roofing industry, has been involved in multiple legal confrontations over the years, including weapon-related charges. The recent arrest, tied to a foiled plot near a Trump golf course, has once again brought Routh’s troubled past into the spotlight.Who is Ryan Routh?Routh’s criminal history stretches back to 2002 when he was involved in a dramatic standoff with police in Greensboro, North Carolina. After fleeing a traffic…

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ROOFING | GUTTERS | SIDINGWhen we work with you to make educated decisions about your home projects, it’s as if it were our own home.You deserve to feel proud and confident in your home and we strive to deliver that through superior service and workmanship.As a company, Boss Exteriors is on a mission to build a culture of family and trust/loyalty.We know that when we treat people like family, neighborhoods and communities flourish. Services Some of the services offered by Boss Exteriors include free inspections, roof replacement, roof repair/maintenance, storm damage, windows, doors, painting, decking, general contracting, siding, and gutters.…

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BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT — Early Thursday morning, August 31, police arrested a man from Bridgeport and a woman from New Haven who were allegedly trying to steal $731 worth of roofing shingles from a local roofing company. Authorities later discovered the Hyundai Elantra the pair were driving had been stolen in Bridgeport earlier in the week, police reported. A third suspect involved in the attempted burglary managed to evade arrest. Jose A. Velasco of Bridgeport and Stacey Velez of New Haven have been charged with motor vehicle theft, fifth-degree larceny, and second-degree criminal trespass. Velasco faces an additional charge of interfering…

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