Why a Strong El Niño Matters to Roofers
El Niño has made headlines recently, from its sway over who can expect a white Christmas to the broader implications of what forecasters predict will be the strongest winter El Niño in almost 20 years––and one of the top three … READ MORE
‘Tis the Season: Roof Collapses Flood the News
As temperatures drop across the country, heavy rain, ice, and snow have begun to dominate local forecasts. Each year, wet, cold weather leads to a spike in roof collapses, and a quick look at recent headlines reveals we’re just … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Round-Up: November
Roof Monitor Round-Up: November From roofing and safety to weather and technology, we’ve collected some of the world’s most interesting rooftop stories this month: A roof collapse after much-needed rains in Fresno, California forced a beloved local thrift store to … READ MORE
Feeling Grateful!
Where in the world did 2015 go? It’s hard to believe we’re already well into November. Instead of feeling stunned by how quickly time flies, we’re choosing to embrace the season and count our blessings. It’s been a landmark year … READ MORE
How to Choose a Conference
You see them advertised––maybe you’ve even been to a few. But there are so many conferences out there, deciding which gatherings deserve your time and cash can be a daunting task. Check out these tips for choosing the best conference … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Round-Up: October
From roofing and safety, to weather and technology, we’ve collected some of the world’s most interesting stories this month: At least 100 shoppers were evacuated from a Woolworths in Melbourne, Australia, as a roof caved; one man was injured and … READ MORE
Fall Roof Maintenance Checklist
It’s officially fall, the season when everyone suddenly takes special notice of the leaves, which stun with gorgeous colors before transforming into a nuisance as they drop. It’s also time for your biannual trip to the roof to ensure that … READ MORE
A Plan for All Seasons: How to Stay Safe on the Roof
Each season brings specific challenges to rooftop safety. We’ve blogged about the most effective precautions to take in the summer, as well as the importance of protective eyewear when the sun is especially relentless. But what about tried-and-true guidelines to … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Round-Up: September
From roofing and safety, to weather and technology, we’ve collected some of the world’s most interesting stories this month: A West Virginia fire station, a popular Mexican restaurant in Larchmont, New York, and legendary Minneapolis music venue First Avenue are … READ MORE
Georgia on My Mind: Heading to the NSC Congress and Expo in Atlanta
This month, we’re taking Roof Monitor on the road. It’s a nice time of year to enjoy a few days away from our beloved San Antonio, where stubborn heat will stick around even as those to our north get ready … READ MORE
What Type of Roof Do You Have?
Your roof is a workhorse. It’s one of the most important ways you insulate, protect, ensure proper drainage, and even harness green energy for your building, making it one of the most vital investments you can make. Far from a … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Round-Up: August
From roofing and safety, to weather and technology, we’ve collected some of the most interesting recent stories on the web: Roofing Contractor magazine has released its list of the Top 100 Roofing Contractors in the country. Congrats to all of … READ MORE
How to Choose a Roofing Company
Your roof is one of your biggest investments. Whether you need repairs or a whole new system, selecting a roofing company can be a daunting task. Here are a few time-tested tips to help steer you in the right direction. … READ MORE
Protecting Your Eyes While Working Outside
We outlined heat-smart safety tips in a recent blog, and now, we’re tackling another precaution that’s equally as important––particularly during the summer months: eye protection. The eyes of construction and rooftop workers are especially vulnerable due to both the materials … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Round-Up: July
From roofing and safety, to weather and technology, we’ve collected some of the most interesting recent stories on the web: Big rains led to big trouble for roofs in June. Tropical Storm Bill wrecked havoc on a Wells Fargo bank’s … READ MORE
Roofing Safety in the Summertime
The Summer months are a popular time for businesses for roof inspection and re-roofing projects. Commercial Construction and Renovation Magazine put together the following 5-point Summer Safety Checklist for contractors heading out into the heat: 1. Early To Rise No one can … READ MORE
Summer Time is Roof Monitor™ Time
Bring on the sunny skies: Summer offers the most consistently ideal weather for installing the entire Roof Monitor™ system. Roof Monitor™ is revolutionary but seamless: it won’t void existing warranties and instead, will only enhance your building’s value. We’ve also … READ MORE
Edge Defense™: Transforming an Industry
Falls off of roofs remain the number one cause of death among construction workers. Even if a fall isn’t fatal, it’s often personally devastating, resulting in injuries that wreck an individual’s ability to earn income and permanently alter their quality … READ MORE
Roof Monitor™ Makes Tough Calls Easier
For small business owners, every day brings a decision. Some choices are simple, but many are nail-biting calls, with serious implications for the future and staff. Roof Monitor™ understands the pressure-cooker side of entrepreneurship because we live it. Our founder, … READ MORE
Roof Monitor April Round-Up: News in Roofing, Architecture, Weather, and Technology
A recent story in the Albuquerque Journal addressing safety issues at a nuclear waste repository illustrates that preventing roof collapses is sometimes more about keeping what’s inside from getting out. Harry Dietz dissects current issues surrounding states, OSHA, and fall … READ MORE
Spring Forecast: Get Ready for Rain
Spring is finally warming up much of the country, which means rooftop concerns are beginning to shift from blankets of snow and ice to buckets of rain. Meteorologists with the Weather Channel predict a wetter-than-average spring for large swaths of … READ MORE
Science of Color: Why is Yellow Used for Safety?
The US Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration designates yellow as the color “designating caution and for marking physical hazards.” Our innovative Edge Defense™ safety mats rely on the traditional, sunny hue, as do many other products designed … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Tips: Spring To Do list
Spring To Do list Frigid temps may still be tormenting parts of the country, but the first official day of spring is this week. Businesses lucky enough not to be buried under layers of ice and snow: it’s time to … READ MORE
Roof Monitor March Round-Up: News in Roofing, Architecture, Weather, and Technology
NECN details this winter’s roof collapse “epidemic” in the Northeast. Roofing Contractor has compiled an all-star list of apps that help illustrate the long-term savings customers gain when they opt for sustainable roofing. Are you there, spring? It’s me, March: … READ MORE
Game Changers: Base Isolation
In our first Game Changers blog, we looked at the history of steel. In this installment, we’re exploring “base isolation,” an important construction breakthrough that’s made our tallest buildings safer by helping them withstand earthquakes. When base isolation is employed, … READ MORE
Edge Defense™ Spotlight: Why Roofs Need to be Safer
Roof Monitor’s innovative new offering Edge Defense™ aims to transform the way we work on top of roofs. A patent-pending safety mat system made exclusively for commercial roofs, Edge Defense is installed along the roof’s perimeter. When an individual steps … READ MORE
In Northeast, Big Snows Add Up to Big Headaches
Roofs have collapsed across the Northeast in recent days due to back-to-back heavy snows. A fierce winter storm hit the already badly battered Massachusetts especially hard. The roof of a commercial structure in Rockland, about 20 miles south of Boston, … READ MORE
Roof Monitor February Round-Up: News in Roofing, Architecture, Weather, and Technology
Roofing Contractor takes an in-depth look at Michigan-based No Roof Left Behind, an innovative program designed to help local roofers help their communities. Exciting materials poised to help shape architecture and construction over the next year are profiled in Architect … READ MORE
Roofers: A Pioneering Force
The verdict is long-since in: humans have to figure out how to take better care of the earth. While some industries are dragged kicking and screaming into making environmentally friendly changes, the roofing industry has helped lead the conservation charge, … READ MORE
Game Changers: Steel
Roof Monitor is a groundbreaking technology that will change the way businesses protect buildings and investments. In our new blogging series Game Changers, we’re looking at innovations throughout history that have redefined how people plan, build, and protect structures. We’re … READ MORE
Just How Much Water Are We Talking About?
According to the United States Geological Survey, a single rainstorm that leaves just one inch of water behind drops a total of 27,154 gallons of water per acre of land. Our roofs bear the brunt of each downpour: during that … READ MORE
Roof Monitor January Round-Up: News in Roofing, Architecture, Weather, and Technology
A resort in Hawaii has added a new green roof that’s as beautiful as it is sustainable, via RoofingContractor.com. AccuWeather.com offers an in-depth synopsis of the last year’s weather, noting record-breaking snowfalls, historic hurricanes, a breathtaking aurora, and more. Weather.com … READ MORE
A Plan for All Seasons: Protecting Your Investments in an Unpredictable Climate
Forecasters are predicting colder than average temperatures for much of the U.S. in January, especially throughout the South. While this winter’s extra chill is not expected to match last season’s record-breaking lows, it’s a pointed reminder of each region’s unpredictability. … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Tips: Dealing with Ice Dams
Debris isn’t the only threat to your low-sloping roof’s drainage system. In especially cold climates, ice can build up on the edge of the roof or around drains, creating a barricade that prevents snow and water from escaping. As additional … READ MORE
When a Roof Caves: Calculating Human Cost
Here at Roof Monitor, we talk a lot about the costs of roof collapses. So often, we focus on building damage, loss of inventory and store hours, and in the most tragic instances, loss of life. Earlier this month, a … READ MORE
Salesforce.com even talks about the Roof Monitor product!!!!
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Roof Monitor Monthly Round-Up: News in Roofing, Architecture, Weather, and Technology
Buffalo’s extreme weather and numerous roof collapses made history, as this AP story featured in the New York Post reports. The Weather Channel explores the science behind roof collapses. Yes, it’s a real thing: USA Today demystifies thundersnow. Architects are … READ MORE
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Thoughts on Buffalo
Buffalo, New York, was hit especially hard by a recent wave of heavy snow – some reports estimated the total accumulation topped eight feet – and then rainy storms, prompting the New York Post to observe that “[e]ven for the … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Tips: Fall Maintenance Checklist
Fall might be the best time of year. After months of relentless heat down South, the cooler temperatures inspire open windows and time outside. For northern neighbors, if you haven’t been hit with snow storms yet, you are hopefully enjoying crisp … READ MORE
Snow: A Deeper Understanding
From creating breathtaking beauty to wreaking costly havoc, snow defines each place it falls. It’s easier to appreciate the effects of snow if you understand the basics of snow’s composition. No two snow showers are exactly alike. Snow’s density and … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Tips: How to Maintain Your Roof
If your commercial building utilizes a low-sloped roof, there are steps you can take to try to prevent snow and water accumulation before it starts. Low-sloped roofs rely on strategically placed drains to function properly and prevent leaks. Make sure … READ MORE
Good Questions: Will Roof Monitor Work on My Roof?
If you have a commercial building with a low-sloped roof, chances are, the answer is a resounding yes. Roof Monitor was created with structures exactly like yours in mind. Most commercial buildings rely on low-sloped roofs. Low-sloped roofs are the … READ MORE
Roof Monitor Tip: When Waiting is the Smart Move
It’s somewhat counterintuitive, but it’s true: prematurely removing water or snow from a roof can do more harm than good. You could damage what’s called the roof’s “membrane,” prompting a need to patch your roof, which shortens the roof’s overall … READ MORE
Weather Watch: Seven of the Snowiest Cities in the U.S.
It’s only September, but plenty of folks have already had to pull out their snow shovels, reminding us that winter is just around the corner and begging the question: where will the heaviest snow blankets fall this season? Our money … READ MORE
Roof Monitor™ wins 2014 Roofing Contractor Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award
Roof Monitor™ wins 2014 Roofing Contractor Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award. Click the You Tube link below to see the awesome announcement. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzAInI_h7Gw
Roof Monitor™ forms Strategic Partnership with the Lighthouse for the Blind
Roof Monitor™ forms Strategic Partnership with the San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind for fulfillment of its competent accessory packets. Mike Gilliam and his TEAM will be sourcing, branding, and packing all the accessories needed to mount the main controller … READ MORE
Find Us on March 22 at the RCI Trade Show in Anaheim
BELDON® Technologies will be launching Roof Monitor™ with live, in-person demonstrations of the technology starting on March 22 at the 29th RCI International Convention and Trade Show in the Anaheim Convention Center. Find us at booth #101.
Roof Monitor™ Forms Strategic Alliance with National Roofing Partners (NRP)
After reviewing its numerous options, Roof Monitor™ (San Antonio, TX) has selected Dallas based, National Roofing Partners to provide operational, installation, and customer service expertise to the Roof Monitor™ TEAM. NRP is the most trusted name in the industry and … READ MORE