Revised November 2023 By Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) Attics are often overlooked and may be viewed by homeowners as just another place to store excess boxes of clothes and decorations. This is a mistake because, if not properly ventilated, an attic space can negatively affect energy
Read more →November 13, 2023 By Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) Solar radiation delivers energy to the surface of the roof. Some of this energy is reflected away from the surface, but much is absorbed as heat. Excessive heat on a residential roof accelerates the rate of aging of
Read more →August 12, 2022 By Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) The roofing sector has talented, dedicated, and ambitious professionals who deliver outstanding contributions to the industry. So why not celebrate their remarkable project achievements? The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) recognizes roofing professionals through a prestigious awards program
Read more →November 8, 2022 By Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) Roofing contractors have outstanding residential and commercial jobs that demonstrate quality and professionalism in the industry. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) hosts an awards program that recognizes roofing professionals for their top asphalt roofing projects. The ARMA
Read more →Revised September 2022 BY PAUL SCELSI *This article was originally published by Roofing Magazine Good news, roofing contractors: You do not have to be good with numbers nor do you have to enjoy math to be able to quickly—and accurately—calculate the amount of attic ventilation needed for
Read more →Revised September 2022 By Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) Does Your Home Have a Properly Functioning Attic Ventilation System? Every home has a roof, but is every roof properly ventilated to prevent premature roof deterioration or roofing system failure? While current building codes use specific design criteria
Read more →Revised September 2022 By Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) Many commercial buildings developed for the retail, hospitality, healthcare and multifamily industries use wood-framed design and construction techniques that use steep-sloped asphalt shingle roofs with enclosed attic or rafter spaces. While current building codes use specific design criteria
Read more →Revised September 2022 BY JAMES R. KIRBY, AIA *This article was originally published by Roofing Magazine on May 23, 2016 Construction Code Requirements for Proper Attic Ventilation Should Not Be Overlooked in Buildings That Don’t Contain Conditioned Space The 2021 International Residential Code and International Building Code,
Read more →With the current emphasis on energy and sustainability, the roofing industry has continued to innovate to provide excellent protection for today’s buildings. As a roofing material, asphalt meets these new demands while still delivering on its traditional strengths of high quality, long life cycle and reliability. Thanks
Read more →No matter what we read today, there is a reference or association to the “green” movement. There is no doubt that the national spot light on the environment will be good for the plant and the nation, but like any complicated issue there is no quick fix.
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