Articles by tag: contractor
Hosts Tyler Kern and Greg Crumpton sit down with industry insider Blair Newsham, the President of HSA Mechanical Services, to talk about their experiences in HVAC, the importance of community, and teaching soft skills for long-term leadership. “The next generation is always on my mind,” said Crumpton. As an experienced vet of the hvac […]
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Concrete Facts
Concrete Facts: Visit Gates & Sons at World of Concrete 2022 in the LVCC, Jan. 18-20!
Jim Huscroft, President of Gates & Sons, Inc., joined Host Tyler Kern to discuss the upcoming World of Concrete Show set for January 18th through January 20th in Las Vegas. Past shows have seen attendance of 80,000 with international attendees. Huscroft explained, “So to have it be our highlight of the year, like we said […]
Architecture & Design
Is the Shift Back to Contractors a Positive for Home Improvement Stores?
During the pandemic, with many home construction projects stalled or slowed, home improvement stores like Home Depot and Lowe’s took a new approach – customers looking for DIY projects to eat up that time spent at home. Now, with the world reopening and building material prices skyrocketing, these stores are shifting back to an approach […]
Building Management
Getting the Most Out of Handyman Services in Facilities Management
There’s a lot to be said for specialized vendors capable of getting your most specialized, niche equipment back up and running in no time flat – but there are also repairs and maintenance challenges facilities managers face that are much more straightforward. For these tasks, it can pay to find a valuable, professional and capable […]
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IB Roof Systems™ Names 4 Star General Contracting, Inc. Contractor of the Year for Second Consecutive Year
IRVING, Texas, (February 24, 2021) – IB Roof Systems™, a leading provider of complete PVC roofing solutions for flat or low-sloped roofs, names 4 Star General Contracting, Inc., as its 2020 Contractor of the Year. Each year, this award is presented during IB Roof Systems’ Contractor Retreat to the customer that embodies the valued characteristics including […]
Business Services
How 1099 Workers Fit into a Platform Economy: Can FinTech Help Today’s Gig Worker?
“Gig economy” – it’s a buzzword that’s been in the mouths of many an analyst over the last several years, with the ways we work and pay employees shifting in response to an evolving landscape. To explore some intricacies of gig work, particularly as it relates to the 1099 payroll infrastructure, Voice of B2B […]
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Colliers International and Fortis Warranty Enter into Roofing Partnership
Fortis Warranty, a leading provider of proprietary roof reconditioning and warranty/performance guarantees on existing commercial low slope roofs, has announced the formation of a new National Roofing Partnership with Colliers International. As the company’s primary roofing partner, Fortis will coordinate with Colliers’ National Contractor Vendors to provide meticulous roof reconditioning to prolong the lifespan of […]
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The Anticipation of Record Heat Must be the Concern of Educational Institutions and the Safety of their Student Athletes
Temperatures around the globe are continuing to set new records, and as a result, universities now face increasing challenges in ensuring the safety and performance of their student athletes. Rising mercury poses risks of heat-related illnesses and affects the athletic performance and recovery of student athletes. Educational programs on recognizing the symptoms of heat […]
Improving HVAC Systems Plays a Key Role for Meeting Building Efficiency Goals
In today’s rapidly advancing world, the role of HVAC systems for building efficiency goals has become a pivotal topic for businesses and property owners alike. With energy costs soaring, the shift towards more energy-efficient systems isn’t just a luxury—it’s a financial imperative. Building efficiency upgrades could slash global energy demand by 12% and save […]
Generative AI Remains at an IP and Privacy Crossroads
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into our daily lives and business operations, the conversation around its ethical and legal implications grows louder. It’s clear that generative AI will continue to face legal battles; applications from oncology, to mental health services, to the classroom, are raising questions about AI’s ethics and the consequences of […]
Strategic Capital Allocation Can Help Businesses Leverage Employee Knowledge and Collaboration for Better Returns
Strategic capital allocation, a critical aspect of business management often emphasized by investment experts like Warren Buffett, involves more than just distributing financial resources; it’s about strategic investment that drives long-term value. Firms are increasingly recognizing the need to integrate capital allocation with broader corporate strategies, ensuring that investments are not only financially sound […]
Providing Eyes in the Sky for Roofing Contractors
When a customer calls and requests a quote on a construction project like repairing or replacing a roof, there’s no way to know anything about the site until arriving there. Nearmap changes that. At the International Roofing Expo, Amanda Marchetti, a Project Manager at Nearmap, explains how the technology is modernizing industries like roofing and […]
Utilizing a Point of Sale App for Residential Roofers
Some services have to be conducted on-site in residential homes. Roofing, for example, requires one, if not more, visits to private residences. Often, there are multiple visits to check the roof, offer an estimate, prepare for the work, complete the repair, install, or replacement, and more. All of those trips are costly, and problems […]
Technology in the Roofing Industry: Explore How RoofSnap Is Representing at the International Roofing Expo
Last week, stakeholders and professionals from the roofing industry gathered in Dallas at the 2020 International Roofing Expo. Marketscale was there to cover all things roofing, including hearing from Josh Strehle, Marketing Coordinator for RoofSnap. RoofSnap provides a robust software platform that allows roofing companies to measure, estimate, contract, and order from one central […]
International Roofing Expo Snapshot: A Conversation with Boostpoint on Digital Advertising
The International Roofing Expo is the industry’s biggest event, and Marketscale is bringing you snapshots from the show. We had a chance to chat with Sam Beiler, CEO and Co-Founder of Boostpoint, an easy to use application for creating and launching targeted social media ads. Sam, a veteran marketer in the roofing industry, founded […]
