QARC winners exemplify asphalt roofing’s versatility on a variety of buildings and homes WASHINGTON, D.C. (February 10, 2014) – What do one of the largest independent supermarket chains, a local government city hall and a historic mansion all have in common? An understanding and appreciation of the
Read more →Granules in Asphalt Shingles Provide the Source of Color WASHINGTON, D.C. (Nov. 7, 2013) – Ever wonder how asphalt shingles get their colors? The secret lies in the Science of Color. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) has produced a short, educational video that explains how manufacturers
Read more →With a proven history of value and performance, asphalt shingles are the obvious choice in today’s roofing market WASHINGTON, D.C. – Asphalt shingles have been the most effective and widely used roof covering for new home construction and reroofing over the last 150 years — in fact,
Read more →Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association’s Contest Highlights Industry Focus on Workplace Safety WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 23, 2013) – The asphalt roofing industry is honoring 12 companies for their commitment to safety in the workplace. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) is proud to announce the winners of the
Read more →The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association Offers Storm Preparedness Tips to Protect Your Investment WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 15, 2013) – Hurricane season is officially underway, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center is anticipating “an active or extremely active” hurricane season for 2013. The forecast
Read more →ARMA’s new website offers enhanced design, easier navigation and more user options (New York, NY) February 6, 2013 ― Consumers and roofing professionals alike now have a new home for all their asphalt roofing needs. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) launched its newly redesigned website today,
Read more →QARC winners display roofing projects’ beauty, affordability and reliability The winners of this year’s Quality Asphalt Roofing Case-Study (QARC) Awards Program include a building that houses a federal agency that monitors marine life and climate, an insurance company that wanted to add a vegetated roof and an
Read more →ARMA’s new website offers enhanced design, easier navigation and more user options (New York, NY) February 6, 2013 ― Consumers and roofing professionals alike now have a new home for all their asphalt roofing needs. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association (ARMA) launched its newly redesigned website today,
Read more →How to be sure your roof is in good condition after the dust has settled Washington, D.C. – November 7, 2012 – In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, many homes in the North East will require major building repairs. According to disaster modeling company, Eqecat, the storm
Read more →Roof Assembly Ventilation Coalition Leads Efforts to Improve Code Requirements for Attic Ventilation
(WASHINGTON, DC) The Roof Assembly Ventilation Coalition (RAVC) participated in the development of the 2012 International Residential Code (IRC), recently published by the International Code Council (ICC). The RAVC proposed language aimed at adding clarity to the code, provide for balanced intake and exhaust for ventilated attics, and help
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