Why roofers should embrace solar PV
Griff Thomas of GTEC outlines the opportunities in solar photovoltaics and explains how and why roofers should train for the growing market.
Cut installation time and labour costs with high-performance insulation
Read about the many benefits of choosing a high-performance Ravatherm XPS insulation board and the many advantages it has over its rival products.
Five technologies that are changing the roofing industry
Emily Newton, editor-in-chief of Revolutionized, shares with RCI, the latest innovations in the roofing, cladding and insulation industry that are bringing the sector into the future.
IT investment pays off as ISD prospers during COVID crisis
Composite panel specialist ISD Solutions are anticipating a strong financial performance in 2020, partly due to a £1 million investment in IT over the past five years.
Working safely at height
Tim Bissett, technical manager for fall protection at MSA Safety, looks at the relevant standards relating to leading edge work, what to look out for in the equipment you use, and what processes you need to have in place, including the vital importance of a rescue plan
How much value does a new roof add to your customer’s...
Your property is an asset with a value that should be appreciated over time. However, this is largely dependent on other factors like maintenance as well as the development happening in the surrounding area among others.
Research reveals the latest tools and materials theft figures
Research by Help me Fix has revealed that on average 81 tradesmen per day have tools stolen, incurring a hefty daily loss.
Waste not, want not: Building materials you can reuse and recycle
Tony Munro at Reconomy explores some of the building materials you can reuse and recycle to leave you with a clear conscience and the world with a cleaner atmosphere.
The value of U-Values: Navigating efficiency in an unregulated industry
Justin Seldis, managing director at Sunsquare, explains how to select a rooflight that will truly deliver, and reveals the secret behind effective upstands.
A guide to SEO for roofing businesses
Nowadays, with most people using the internet to search for contractors, search engine optimisation (SEO) is becoming increasingly important. RCI talks with Kain Michael Jagger from Barbell SEO, to understand the best way of making sure your business stands out on a search engine results page.