Contents

AUGUST 2014
VOL. 44 ISSUE 8

COLUMNS

Focus

The first National Roofing Week was a success.

Tech Today

New IECC requirements could make installing mechanically attached single-ply membrane roof assemblies more complicated.

Capitol Hill

The U.S. Supreme Court rejects President Obama’s National Labor Relations Board appointments.

As I was saying …

Well-trained foremen are crucial to the success of a roofing contracting company.

DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

Professional Roofing recognizes NRCA members who give back to their communities.

Acts of kindness - Many communities get by with a little help from NRCA friends

The risk profile of any roofing company is not limited to safety and health issues.

A broader approach - By widening the scope of risk management, contractors can run more professional, efficient and profitable companies

Hayden Building Maintenance installs new roof systems at Vassar College and wins a Gold Circle Award for its work.

Catered roofing - Hayden Building Maintenance restores the roof systems on Vassar College's All Campus Dining Center

NRCA contractor members share their best business practices.

Keys to success - NRCA members share their best practices for running a successful contracting business

Vegetative roof systems continue to increase in popularity and offer many long-term benefits.

The virtues of vegetation - Vegetative roof systems continue to offer numerous benefits