Owens Corning Roofing Platinum Preferred Conference 2022 provides opportunities to celebrate succes, discuss best practices and share insights.

Owens Corning Roofing sales leaders and hundreds of its independent Platinum Preferred Contractors met in San Antonio recently for three days of leadership recognition, peer-to-peer learning and community service.

The company’s annual Platinum Conference also provides opportunities to celebrate success, discuss best practices and share insights across geographies for the mutual benefit of the contractors and their homeowner customers.

Inspired by the contractors’ appreciation for understanding how others build their winning teams and navigate market challenges, a series of peer-led discussions tackled culture, growth and business topics. 

Panels focused on accelerating growth, achieving a leadership culture and managing through metrics. Conversations were driven by attendees’ questions and insights about activities in their specific markets. Topics ranged from maximizing revenue opportunities through sales optimization, to sustaining a culture during periods of market expansion and enhancing financial acumen through bottom line management. 

“Contractors have immense respect for others who are navigating a complex business landscape,” said Owens Corning National Business Leader Mike Schneider. “The peer-to-peer panel discussions provided a trusted space for contractors to listen to one another and consider how those insights apply in their markets.”

Another highlight of the conference was a celebration of community service. The Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project has provided new roofs for more than 330 United States veterans since 2016 with labor provided by more than 200 Platinum contractors. 

“The program reflects contractors’ respect and appreciation for those who served in the military and the immense gratitude Owens Corning has for those who protect our freedom,” said Abby Donnell, who manages the project and spoke at the conference.

In addition to the Roof Deployment Project, the Owens Corning Foundation partners with the Gary Sinise Foundation and has helped to provide 25 specially adapted smart homes for severely injured veterans. Platinum Conference attendees heard from a veteran recipient about how the gift of an adaptive home has eliminated burdens and helped him continue to serve other veterans.

“Giving back to our nation’s veterans, protecting a family’s home, and creating successful businesses for the next generation of tradesmen and tradeswomen, Platinum contractors lead by example,” said Gunner Smith, president of Roofing at Owens Corning. “All of us at Owens Corning are humbled and honored to work with and serve alongside the Platinum contractor community.”

More than three dozen awards were presented to Platinum contractors during the conference, recognizing demonstrated leadership in multiple categories. Awards were presented in many categories including product excellence, service excellence, community, sustainability, safety and innovation.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our three integrated businesses – Composites, Insulation, and Roofing – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with approximately 20,000 employees in 33 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2021 sales of $8.5 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. 

Thanks to the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project and a local contracting company, this veteran no longer has to worry about the roof over his head. 

Alvin Petry served in Vietnam for two years and was recently thanked for his service with a brand-new roof. The veteran currently lives in Lafayette, Louisiana with his two daughters. When he decided he was not pleased with the damaged roof over their heads, Jim Olivier’s Roofing and Owens Corning stepped up and helped him out. 

After 30 years with no repairs, Alvin’s roof needed to be replaced. It had taken so much damage over the years, especially being in hurricane-prone Louisiana. He decided enough was enough and reached out to the Lafeyette chapter of Habitat for Humanity. Shortly after he applied, crew members from Jim Olivier’s Roofing were at his home, replacing his damaged roof for free. 

The partnership between Habitat for Humanity, Owens Corning and Jim Olivier’s Roofing is what made this replacement possible. Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project has been providing free roofs to veterans across the country since 2016. They provided the materials and Jim Olivier’s Roofing provided the labor for the project. Jim Olivier’s Roofing is also an Owens Corning Platinum contractor. 

The Owner of Jim Olivier’s Roofing, Anna Olivier, says they are more than happy to give back Alvin for his service. "We’ve looked forward to this project because we are so blessed and we love to be able to give back to our community" she told Fox News 15. "We would like to thank Mr. Petry for his service to our country and for serving and for giving up his time.” 

With a new roof over his head, Alvin is immensely grateful for this charitable act. “I'm getting a brand new roof and I couldn't be more happy,” he told Fox News 15. "It was badly needed and I can't say what an outstanding job they're doing.” 

Do you know of someone in the industry who is ‘doing good deeds’ in their community? Help us catch them at it. Send news and information to info@rooferscoffeeshop.com. 

Photo credit: Fox News 15 

Many Owens Corning Platinum Preferred Contractors were recognized during the roofing shingle manufacturer's annual conference.

Owens Corning recently recognized many of its Platinum Preferred Contractors in categories including sales volume, safety, sustainability and community service.

The awards were a part of the roofing shingle manufacturer’s annual conference for its independent network of top contractor customers.

“Owens Corning Roofing Platinum Contractors share our values to be caring, curious, collaborative and committed to the success of our customers,” said Mike Schneider, Owens Corning’s contractor program leader. “It’s so exciting to celebrate this exceptional group of contractors who are dedicated to their businesses and to making their communities better places to live and work.”

TOP PERFORMER Volume Award Recipients

Awards the contractors with the strongest overall Owens Corning roofing products purchase volume.

• AmeriPro (Downers Grove, Ilinois)
• Best Choice Roofing & Home Improvement, Inc. (Hendersonville, Tennessee)
• Bone Dry Roofing (Indianapolis, Indiana)
• Crane Renovation Group (Columbus, Ohio)
• Findlay Roofing/RoofRoof (Marietta, Georgia)
• Holden Roofing, Inc. (Rosenberg, Texas)
• Quick Roofing (Kennedale, Texas)
• Total Home Roofing (Rockledge, Florida)

TOP PERFORMER Growth Award Recipients

Awards the largest year-over-year increase in purchased roofing squares.

• Adams Roofing Professionals (Elk Grove Village, Illinois)
• High Performance Homes (Vancouver, Washington)
• My Roofing Crew (Springfield, Tennessee)
• Stockmohr Co. Inc. (Clarence Center, New York)
• The Wortham Bros. Inc. (McKinney, Texas)

TOP PERFORMER Platinum Warranty

Awards the commitment to serving their customers through warranty sales.

• Bone Dry Roofing (Indianapolis, Indiana)
• Findlay Roofing/RoofRoof (Marietta, Georgia)
• High Performance Homes (Vancouver, Washington)
• Reliable Roofing (Valley Village, California)
• Semper Solaris Construction Inc. (El Cajon, California)

TOP PERFORMER MVP

Awards best overall performance in market leadership, business partnership, growth and marketing.

• ARAC Roof it Forward (Woodstock, Georgia)
• Ashco Exteriors Inc. (Champlin, Minnesota)
• DT Roofing, LLC (Granbury, Texas)
• Epic Roofing & Exteriors LTD (Calgary, Alberta)
• Five Star Home Improvement, LLC (Coralville, Iowa)
• Guardian Operations LLC DBA Guardian Roofing (Auburn, Washington)
• Ireland Contracting (Glenshaw, Pennsylvania)
• Lifetime Quality Roofing (Columbus, Ohio)
• MLM Home Improvement LLC (Rockville, Maryland)
• Reliable Roofing (Valley Village, California)
• RoofTek LLC (Salt Lake City, Utah)
• Tadlock Roofing, Inc. (Tallahassee, Florida)
• Yellowhammer Roofing Inc. (Athens, Alabama)

PINNACLE Community

Awards consistency with Owens Corning’s spirit and values of giving back to the local communities.

• Armor Shield (Oakville, Connecticut)
• Couto Construction, Inc. (New Bedford, Maryland)
• RCV Roofing, Siding & Gutters (Bloomington, Indiana)

PINNACLE Safety

Awards commitment to safety and advancement of safe practices on the jobsite, on the road, in the office and community.

• Ridge Valley Exteriors (Kennesaw, Georgia)
• River City Roofing LLC (Rapid City, South Dakota)
• Roof Repair Squad (Houston, Texas)

PINNACLE Sustainability

Awards ongoing commitment to create a business that contributes to the environmental health of our world through advancing the sustainability of their company’s operations.

• NMC Exteriors (Plymouth, Minnesota)
• Universal Roofing & Contracting (Orlando, Florida)
• Watkins Construction and Roofing (Jackson, Mississippi)

PINNACLE Innovation

Awards transformative change through innovation and technology.

• Kaiser Siding & Roofing, LLC (Suwanee, Georgia)
• Roofsmith Restoration (Akron, Ohio)
• Superstorm Restoration (Urbandale, Iowa)

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our three integrated businesses – Composites, Insulation, and Roofing – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with approximately 20,000 employees in 33 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2021 sales of $8.5 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. 

The navy veteran was thankful to get his roof repaired thanks to a partnership between two roofing companies and Habitat for Humanity. 

James Wright is a Gulf War navy veteran who served as a helicopter mechanic for two decades. While he is originally from Alabama, he bought his San Diego home in 1995 and has lived there ever since. Although he retired in 2004, his community has still been showing gratitude to him for his service, most recently with a brand-new roof. 

James’ roof began to leak three years ago due to heavy rain in the area. Every time it would rain, water leaked through the roof into his bedroom, kitchen and living room. Because he lives there with his wife and two kids, this caused him a lot of concern. “(I was) very nervous because you know that kind of raises my antenna,” he told ABC 10 News. “It’s a lot of money to replace roofs and I just don’t have money” 

He reached out to the San Diego Habitat for Humanity veteran services program for assistance. Thanks to their partnership with Guardian Roofs and the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project, his roof was replaced shortly after he contacted them. Since its inception in 2016, the Roof Deployment Project has replaced 300 roofs for veterans all over the United States.  

Joe Bick, a foreman for Habitat for Humanity, says the work they are doing for James and other veterans means a lot to them. “To be able to give back and make a safe livable house for those who make a safe livable community and country for us is something that we’re very excited to do,” he told ABC 10 News. 

Thanks to this partnership, in a short amount of time James’ roof was as good as new. "I was really excited because it is a tremendous experience and it takes the burden off of me," James told CBS 8. "I really appreciate them doing this as a, you know, as a thank you for my service to our country." 

Do you know of someone in the industry who is ‘doing good deeds’ in their community? Help us catch them at it. Send news and information to info@rooferscoffeeshop.com. 

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Honor designates Owens Corning Roofing as the most recommended brand in its category.

Owens Corning is honored to receive the Women’s Choice Award® (WCA) for the fifth consecutive year. Recognizing Owens Corning as “America’s Most Recommended™” shingle manufacturer, the award and accompanying seal are based on a national unaided survey asking American women to select brands they would highly recommend to family and friends.

As the Women’s Choice Award seal signifies consumers’ brand loyalty and support, it also is a powerful indicator of a brand’s commitment to its customers. The award reflects Owens Corning’s ongoing effort to support women in making the best roofing choices for themselves and their families. As home improvement decision makers and style influencers, women value the recommendations and referrals of other women. According to the Women’s Choice Award organization, over 90% of female consumers value the opinion of others when making purchasing decisions. The seal represents a trusted, third party validation reflecting the confidence of women to choose Owens Corning Roofing products for their home.

Remarking on earning the award for a fifth conseutive year, Sue Burkett, marketing manager noted, “It’s important to note that the findings come from women respondents selected by an independent, third-party source and not from an Owens Corning customer list. The respondents objectively judged our brand based on the resources and the wide range of beautiful shingles we make available to them. Owens Corning Roofing recognizes and celebrates the influence of women when it comes to exterior style decisions, and this award tells us we the breadth of design tool we offer are helping inspire women in their shingle selection process.”

Delia Passi, founder and CEO of the Women's Choice Award says, "With so many choices in the marketplace today, the Women's Choice Award serves as a trusted endorsement and visual beacon of empowerment for women, simplifying the decisions involved in home improvements. When she sees the Women's Choice Award seal it provides an unparalleled level of trust and validation, putting her mind at ease – and that's priceless. We congratulate Owens Corning Roofing for their focus on delivering a superior experience to female consumers.”

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our three integrated businesses – Composites, Insulation, and Roofing – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with approximately 20,000 employees in 33 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2021 sales of $8.5 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

About WomenCertified Inc.®

WomenCertified Inc., home of the Women’s Choice Award sets the standard for helping women to make smarter consumer and healthcare choices. The company and its awards identify the brands, products and services that are most recommended and trusted by women. Additionally, they recognize those that deliver a recommendation-worthy customer experience. Awards are based on surveys of thousands of women, as well as research conducted in partnership with the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. As the trusted referral source for women, WomenCertified Inc., created the Women’s Choice Award as the first national award based on the ratings and preferences of women. Visit the official website at www.WomensChoiceAward.com to learn more.

Roofing companies using AccuLynx’s integrated text messaging features experience shorter average sales cycles and project durations.

AccuLynx, the leading provider of all-in-one business management software for roofing contractors, today announced the results of a recent study of its user base, which found that contractors using the company’s integrated text messaging features had a 27% shorter average project duration and a 26% shorter average sales cycle than customers not using the features. The study highlights the impact AccuLynx and its text messaging features can have on a roofing business, accelerating overall job timelines by helping contractors get projects approved faster and reducing production delays.

AccuLynx’s SMS tools, which include two-way and automated messaging capabilities, enable users to connect with team members, customers, insurance adjusters and other vendors through the AccuLynx application instead of their personal cell phone. This way, all messages are automatically logged and stored in the customer job file, keeping information organized and improving visibility into what’s happening with a job.

AccuLynx’s Chief Executive Officer, Mike Stein, said:

"AccuLynx makes it easy for roofing contractors to improve engagement and customer satisfaction through more timely communication. The powerful SMS tools in AccuLynx have been proven to provide significant time savings during the lifecycle of their jobs. Texting through AccuLynx is a simple way for contractors to connect with their customers and team members from the same system they use to run their business.”

About AccuLynx

AccuLynx is the leading provider of cloud-based business management software for roofing contractors. Recognized as a pioneer in the industry, AccuLynx has helped thousands of companies — from rapidly-growing start-ups to multi-location operations — streamline their processes and grow their business. Used by more contractors than any other roofing software, AccuLynx’s simple business management tools include CRM, estimating, production scheduling, project management, aerial measurements, material ordering, photo sharing, payment processing, custom reporting, homeowner financing and more. AccuLynx is a preferred vendor of CertainTeed, GAF and Owens Corning, and has direct integrations with ABC Supply, Beacon Roofing Supply, SRS Distribution, QuickBooks, EagleView Technologies, SkyMeasure by CoreLogic and others. For more information, visit acculynx.com.

Members of the roofing industry engaged in three days of industry connection, education, networking and competitions with the industry’s leading brands and experts.

International Roofing Expo (IRE), Informa Markets' premier roofing and exteriors event serving the roofing industry, concluded its 67th annual event held earlier last month, February 1-3, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans. With 10,002 registered professionals, the annual event connected notable and emergent brands with thousands of buyers, while providing ample networking opportunities and a full range of education led by renowned industry experts.

The 2022 edition of the International Roofing Expo took over 142,483 NSF of the award-winning Convention Center, hosting nearly 400 industry-leading suppliers in the expo hall; thus, offering attendees access to a wide variety of products and activations from the world’s largest suppliers and manufacturers to specialized SMBs with specific services. Manufacturers and suppliers showcased the latest products, services, and technology for the roofing and exterior industries, including notable companies such as ABC Supply Co. Inc., Beacon Building Products GAF/Siplast, SRS Distribution, Beacon Building Products, Owens Corning and more.

“The International Roofing Expo was an amazing and productive experience for both attendees and exhibitors, serving as the industry’s leading platform driving company growth and enabling collaboration within the roofing industry,” said Lauren Lamb, vice president of strategy, marketing and conference at International Roofing Expo, organized by Informa Markets. “Every year, brands exhibit at our event to make new deals and re-establish connection with existing partners – and this year was no different. The expo floor was electric with buyers perusing new brands and products, and conference rooms were packed as professionals sought out solutions to today’s challenges. We were thrilled to be able to return to a larger format, while still holding onto the intimate feel of last year’s event.”

In addition to an expansive expo floor, registered participants had the opportunity to engage with world-class education made available at the event. The event’s educational programs served as inclusive and productive sessions that allowed for connections in specific groups, such as the National Women in Roofing conference, as well as the SRS Para Latino Lounge on the show floor that offered custom-tailored educational and networking opportunities for Latinos in the roofing industry.

National Women in Roofing (NWiR) hosted their 5th annual NWiR Day conference on January 30 in conjunction with the IRE. Multidisciplinary women professionals in the roofing industry get together at the event to learn about the latest business tactics and strategies and to share their business secrets. They announced their new DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) education program called REAL Roofing at the event.

The Roofing Alliance hosted its eighth Construction Management Student Competition this year at IRE. The five finalist teams presented on Wednesday, February 2 at the International Roofing Expo as the final stage of the competition. The Roofing Alliance is proud to announce Texas A&M University as the winning school and Allie Stark from Clemson University as the Best Individual Presenter. Winners were announced at the Cocktail Reception and Awards Ceremony held on Wednesday, February 2, including Kyler Hardison (team captain), Blake Bocchino, Kyle Cahill, Canyon Martine and Alexia Palomares (team alternate).

In support of the local community, each year, IRE partners with Rebuilding Together to make critical home repairs for those in need. On January 31, 56 volunteers gathered for the 13th Annual Community Service Day Project to rebuild the homes of those who were severely damaged in Hurricane Ida. As a result, there were considerable donations made, including a $10,000 donation from IRE, $15,000 from Sika Sarnafil, the primary sponsor, and a running total of $2,497 from IRE attendees and exhibitors. Other sponsors of the community service day included Carlisle Construction Materials, CentiMark, Damato Enterprises, GAF, ICP Building Solutions Group, and OMG Roofing Products, along with a special additional donation from GAF of 50 roofs to Rebuilding Together New Orleans.

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Next year's event is headed to the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, in Dallas, Texas, March 7-9, 2023. Get notified when registration opens this fall by signing up to receive show news and updates from the IRE.

To learn more about Informa Markets events, visit www.informamarkets.com. For more information on IRE, visit www.theroofingexpo.com. 

About The International Roofing Expo

The International Roofing Expo® is the premier event for both the commercial and residential roofing and exterior construction industries. The IRE brings the professional community together to help them stay current on trending knowledge and to see the largest selection of products and services. The event helps professionals improve their business through education, exhibitions, and networking. The International Roofing Expo is owned and operated by Informa Markets. The official show sponsor is NRCA and the official show publication is Roofing Contractor. For more information, please visit www.theroofingexpo.com.

About Informa Markets

Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate and grow. We provide marketplace participants around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, targeted digital services and actionable data solutions. We connect buyers and sellers across more than a dozen global verticals, including Pharmaceuticals, Food, Medical Technology and Infrastructure. As the world's leading market-making company, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them to thrive 365 days of the year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com. 

By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. 

The North / East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) is set to host its 94th annual trade show.  

This year’s North / East Roofing Contractors Association (NERCA) Convention and Trade Show is expected to have a great turnout. The event is set to take place March 1 – 3 at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Although the deadline for registration has passed, we are currently offering a free pass that contractors can use at the door to attend the event. 

With nearly 200 booths and quality educational seminars, this convention is great event for contractors in the northeastern United States to attend. RoofersCoffeeShop® will be there at booth 529, so swing by and say hi to Heidi Ellsworth, Karen Edwards and Tim Ellsworth. At the booth we’ll be giving out our special 20th anniversary celebratory swag! 

National Women in Roofing (NWIR) will also be there at booth 130 and they will be hosting a networking event on March 2 at 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Members from the NWIR board of directors and local councils will be attending and time will be devoted to discussing empowering women in the roofing industry. Register for the event today! 

Here are some other booths work checking out: 

• ABC Supply – Booth #411 

• A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply – Booth #425 

• APOC – Booth #118 

• ATAS International – Booth #226 

• Beacon Building Products – Booth #401 

• CertainTeed – Booth #301 

• DECRA Metal Roofing – Booth #125 

• Duro-Last – Booth #233 

• Estimating Edge – Booth #606 

• Flascho – Booth #127 

• GCP – Booth #326 

• Hunter Panels – Booth #612 

• ICP Group – Booth #620 

• IKO – Booth #229 

• Johns Manville – Booth #417 

• Leap – Booth #531 

• Owens Corning – Booth #114 

• Polyglass – Booth #228 

• Sashco – Booth #624 

• Sika – Booth #325 

Learn more about NERCA in their RoofersCoffeeShop® Directory or visit www.nerca.org.   

About NERCA 

NERCA is the founder of the NEREF scholarship. They are the regional association for roofing contractors covering the northeast part of the country.  Their territory includes: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Delaware.

By Karen L. Edwards, RCS Editor. 

Here’s what’s trending on RoofersCoffeeShop®(RCS) this past month. 

In looking at our most popular articles for the month of January it was very apparent that the roofing industry was excited to get back together in person at the 2022 International Roofing Expo in New Orleans. All of our articles about the events and activities that were happening at the show were some of our most-read ones. 

If you didn’t make it to the 2022 IRE and want to check out what happened at the show, just head on over to the RCS YouTube channel and check out our IRE 2022 playlist to get a taste of the show.  

Outside of the IRE interest, workmanship shined through in the DaVinci project of the year announcement as well as a very unique roof that is also a functional boat! 

If you didn’t get a chance to see some of the most popular articles from January, follow the links below to catch up! 

Honorable Mention (#6-#10) 

10 - GAF Energy Launches Game-Changing Solar Roof to Power Mass Adoption of Clean Energy 

9 - Prepare to Be Safe This Winter 

8 - Top Things to See and Do at IRE 2022 

7 - Talk About a Roof in Ship Shape! 

6 - How Ingage Helped C&L Ward Gain a 7.5% Closing Rate Increase 

Read the Top 5 articles: 

5 - Owens Corning Spearheads New ASTM Standard 

4 - SRS Distribution Brings Exclusive Resources and Opportunities for Latinos during the 2022 International Roofing Expo 

3 - DaVinci Masterpiece Contractor 2021 Project of the Year Awards Announced 

2 - Don’t Miss These Sessions at IRE 2022! 

1 - IRE is Right Around the Corner! 

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By Evelyn Witterholt, RCS Reporter. 

The Vietnam veteran got his roof replaced thanks to Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project. 

Dexter Gray Jr. had been having issues with his roof for the last few years. The Army veteran from Elyria, Ohio served from 1967-1969 including time spent in Vietnam. He said that his roof was leaking so bad that water had been collecting in his basement and had even damaged his breaker box. Now, thanks to a new roof donation from the Owens Corning Roof Deployment Project, Dexter does not have to worry about water getting into his home anymore. 

Since its inception in 2016, The Roof Deployment Project has donated new roofs to over 300 veterans across the country. This project in particular was done in partnership with Purple Heart Homes, an organization that also provides housing solutions for veterans. When Dexter learned about the project from his VA outpatient clinic, he contacted them right away. 

Dexter has lived in his home since 2003 and while it’s a nice place, it’s amassed a lot of wear and tear over the years. “It’s a blessing,” he told The Morning Journal. “I’ve been in this house for 18 years, and we need a lot of work done.”  

Franciscus Roofing, an Owens Corning platinum roofing contractor, installed the free roof for the veteran and was more than happy to provide the donation. Owner Tom Schlund told The Morning Journal, “It’s fantastic to be able to lend a hand. We’re blessed to be a strong company, so it’s important for us to give back.” 

Owens Corning provided the materials free of charge and Franciscus Roofing supplied the labor. Patrick Main, a senior area sales manager from Owens Corning, said that they only provide the best contractors for projects like these.  

“We only partner with our platinum contractors for these projects,” Patrick told The Morning Journal. “It is important for us to find a way to pay it forward for veterans who served honorably.” 

Do you know of someone in the industry who is ‘doing good deeds’ in their community? Help us catch them at it. Send news and information to info@rooferscoffeeshop.com. 

Photo Credit: The Morning Journal