Employee Spotlight: Ben J.

Ben J. Position: Sheet Metal  Roofing Laborer How long have you been with Independent Roofing? Almost 2 years. What do you find most challenging in your position? Reading and understanding all of the architectural plans. What do you like the most about Independent Roofing? The friendly

Employee Spotlight: Tom S.

Tom S. Position: Safety Director How long have you been with Independent Roofing? I started 42 years ago with no experience as a roof helper and it was only supposed to be a summer job. However, once I started working, I realized Independent Roofing wasn’t just a job, but it was a family.

Holiday Decorating Safety Tips

The holiday season is just around the corner and many businesses and homeowners will be transferring their homes into winter wonderlands. While Santa might be an expert on snow-covered roofs, most homeowners are not quite as experienced as him. So, before you start decorating your home or business,

What Happens When You Ignore A Roof Leak

When you spot the first signs of a roof leak the most important thing you can do is act. We know that building owners and managers have a lot of other responsibilities, and while other issues in a commercial building can be put off for a while, roofing issues need to be addressed immediately

Employee Spotlight: Chris K.

Chris K. Position: Roofing Laborer How long have you been with Independent Roofing? 1 year What do you like most about Independent Roofing Company? I like that all the people in the company are good people and are enjoyable to work with and for. Independent Roofing is a great place to

Green Roofs

If you are looking to make your building more eco-friendly, you might be considering a green roof. A green roof is an additional roof system on top of an existing roof, made up of a layer of planted vegetation. There are two main forms of green roofs, intensive and extensive. Intensive roofs take

Employee Spotlight: Jason M.

Jason M. Position: Foreman How long have you been with Independent Roofing? 8 years. When I first started, I was as an entry level laborer. What do you find most challenging in your position? The most challenging part of being a foreman is making sure everyone is doing what they need to be

Risks of DIY Roofing

Some people enjoy DIY projects and fixing their homes on their own. DIY projects can save you money and give the satisfaction of completing a project on your own home. While there are many different projects you can complete around your home on your own, roofing may not be one of them. Unless you