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Join us in 2 weeks for 2 NEW Webinars that had overflow attendance at #aia24 We are excited to team with Mike Lopez, R.A., AIA of Rimkus for one of the webinars. Elizabeth Grant and Andrea Wagner Watts from our team will also be presenting. REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/gZaqxmsB #buildingscience #CEUs #roofing #buildingenclosure Jennifer Keegan Michael Popeck, RRC Mary Beth Reed, RRO Melody Jackson Kristin Westover Jason Conley Erin Andes
Join us in 2 weeks for 2 NEW Webinars that had overflow attendance at #aia24 We are excited to team with Mike Lopez, R.A., AIA of Rimkus for one of the webinars. Elizabeth Grant and Andrea Wagner Watts from our team will also be presenting. REGISTER HERE: https://lnkd.in/gZaqxmsB #buildingscience #CEUs #roofing #buildingenclosure Jennifer Keegan Michael Popeck, RRC Mary Beth Reed, RRO Melody Jackson Kristin Westover Jason Conley Erin Andes
Depending on the building geometry, roofs can play a major role in the energy efficiency of our buildings. The best way to improve energy efficiency through the design of low-slope roofing is: 1. Control Air Leakage 2. Insulate Effectively 3. Reduce Solar Heat Gain Incorporating these solutions effectively may be more challenging on a re-roof than in new construction. Which one do you think is the hardest to do on a reroof? Which one is more likely to cause condensation problems? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! #buildingscience #energyefficiency #solargain Jennifer Keegan Kristin Westover Andrea Wagner Watts Elizabeth Grant Michael Popeck, RRC Jason Conley Melody Jackson Mary Beth Reed, RRO
Such a powerful story. Not only is the GAF Roofing Academy changing how we recruit into our industry, but they’re changing lives along the way! #industryrecruitment #roofingacademy #changinglives
Senior Area PVC Specialist | Driving Sales Growth | Building Relationships PVC. The Other White Sheet
In 2020, GAF launched the GAF Roofing Academy to help address the skilled labor shortage while empowering individuals to build a better future. This tuition-free program provides hands-on training, equipping participants with the skills they need to step into entry-level roofing positions. With a focus on supporting untapped talent pools such as veterans, justice-involved individuals, women, and minorities – the Roofing Academy is about more than just training; it’s about creating opportunities and transforming lives. Today, I am incredibly proud to share that the GAF Roofing Academy has reached a milestone of placing 2,000 graduates in jobs across North America!! Thank You GAF!!
Are you curious exactly what goes into testing and development of our products? This week we were happy to give a tour of the R&D facilities in our NJ Headquarters to a local architectural firm. If you have an interest in touring any of our facilities throughout the country, please reach out to your local sales representative.
Did you miss us at #AIA24 due to learning lounge capacity? We have 3 of our top presentations coming up as LIVE WEBINARS! What If? Understanding Roofing 101 Through Case Study Review is NEXT WEEK on August 22 with Kristin Westover and Andrea Wagner Watts https://lnkd.in/eMaJaTYv BS (Building Science) for Architects: What They Don't Teach in School on Sept. 11 with Elizabeth Grant and Andrea Wagner Watts https://lnkd.in/eQY9kH6f Managing Resilience & Risk in the Building Enclosure on September 11 with Mike Lopez, R.A., AIA and Andrea Wagner Watts https://lnkd.in/ekDAQp3n
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Join Andrea Wagner Watts and Kristin Westover on August 22 at 3 pm ET for a free webinar on Low-Slope Roofing 101. Have you ever wondered What If? when it comes to roofing design decisions? Attend this webinar to review four roofing case studies to gain a better understanding of best practices and alternate design possibilities in low-slope roof system design. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eMaJaTYv
Are you experiencing roof leaks? With Hurricane Debby wreaking havoc across the southeastern United States, many property owners are realizing that their current roof may not be enough to withstand the elements. Watch this webinar for tactics on how to Design Roofs to Withstand Nature's Worst: https://lnkd.in/g2Rhba96 Jennifer Keegan Kristin Westover Andrea Wagner Watts Elizabeth Grant Michael Popeck, RRC Mary Beth Reed, RRO Jason Conley Melody Jackson Erin Andes
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Join Andrea Wagner Watts and Kristin Westover on August 22 at 3 pm ET for a free webinar on Low-Slope Roofing 101. Have you ever wondered What If? when it comes to roofing design decisions? Attend this webinar to review four roofing case studies to gain a better understanding of best practices and alternate design possibilities in low-slope roof system design. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eMaJaTYv
Got R-Value? Check out my post about thermal bridging.
Concerned about thermal bridging? Did you know that as building enclosures become more insulated and more air tight, the effects of thermal bridging have a bigger impact on heat energy loss. Thermal bridges can also become locations of condensation which cause other moisture related issues such as conditions for mold growth and corrosion of building components. Thermal bridges in roofing include, but are not limited to: parapets, mechanical fasteners, pipe penetrations, curbs, railings and structural components. Mechanical fasteners alone can contribute up to a 17 percent reduction or higher in effective R-values of roof assemblies. Strategies to reduce or eliminate thermal bridges include adhered roof assemblies, structural thermal breaks, and encapsulation of thermal bridges in insulation. Want to learn more? Contact the Building & Roofing Science team and we will help you “bridge the gap.” Jennifer Keegan Kristin Westover Elizabeth Grant Andrea Wagner Watts Michael Popeck, RRC Mary Beth Reed, RRO Jason Conley Melody Jackson Erin Andes