A Year Worth Celebrating
Tue, Sep 01, 2026
Lisa Pate, FRSA Executive Director - September 2026
As FRSA’s fiscal year comes to a close on September 30, I’m pleased to report it has been another prosperous year for the Association – both financially and through successful pro... Read More
Skylights: Adding Value, Natural Light and Performance to Florida Roofs
Tue, Sep 01, 2026
Mims Mobley, Southeast District Sales Manager, VELUX Skylights - September 2026
In Florida, the roof does a lot. It manages heat, supports energy performance and shapes the comfort of everyday living in the home. When specified correctly, skyli... Read More
The Real Costs of Replacing a New Roof
Mon, Aug 31, 2026
Mike Silvers, CPRC, Owner, Silvers Systems Inc. and FRSA Technical Director - September 2026
I think we can agree that all roofs need to be replaced eventually. Exposure to the elements will make it necessary. I want to focus on when a new roof... Read More
Building Better Cost History: The Foundation of Accurate Roofing Estimates
Mon, Aug 31, 2026
John Kenney, CPRC, CEO, Cotney Consulting Group - September 2026
I have sat in more than a few project closeout meetings where everyone knew the job had missed its expected margin but no one could agree on why. Accounting had the final number. ... Read More
Property Tax Update
Mon, Aug 31, 2026
Kylee Bo, Government Affairs Advisor, GrayRobinson September 2026
As you may recall, the Florida Legislature convened a special session on property tax reform in late May and early June, ultimately passing House Joint Resolution 1F (HJR 1F) and... Read More
Why Every Florida Roofing Contractor Needs a Strong Qualifier Agreement
Mon, Aug 31, 2026
Trent Cotney, Partner, Adams & Reese, LLP and FRSA General Counsel - September 2026
In Florida, a contractor’s license does more than satisfy an administrative requirement. It provides the legal foundation that allows a roofing compan... Read More
Lightning Safety in the Workplace
Mon, Aug 24, 2026
Jorge Castanon, Safety Rep, FRSA-SIF - August 2026
Lightning is one of nature’s most powerful and unpredictable hazards. It often occurs with little warning and the risks are frequently underestimated. Each year, workers are injured or killed ... Read More
Diversification vs. Domination: Should You Niche Down or Branch Out?
Mon, Aug 24, 2026
Gary A. Cohen, Executive Vice President, Certified Contractors Network (CCN) - August 2026
At some point in the life of most roofing companies, a growth question emerges that feels deceptively simple: should you keep doing what you are doing but bet... Read More
A Roofing Perspective on the New FBC Corrosion Resistance Requirements
Mon, Aug 24, 2026
Mike Silvers, CPRC, Owner, Silvers Systems Inc. and FRSA Technical Director - August 2026
As promised, I’m back with another update in a series of Florida Building Code (FBC) 9th Edition (2026) roofing-related code change articles. The new cod... Read More
