
The Importance of Using a High-Quality Synthetic Underlayment
Rooftops need underlayment for a variety of reasons—and choosing a high-quality synthetic underlayment is key to a roofing system that protects the home underneath, helps the roof last longer, all while saving homeowners money. So what are the advantages of using a...
read moreThe History and Evolution of Roofing Underlayment
Roofing technology has existed for as long as humans began building shelters (thousands of years)! In that time, things have changed so much that we’ve gone from basic materials like turf, hides, bark, or clay, to entire roofing systems featuring multiple layers of...
read moreWinter Roofing Safety Tips for Contractors and Crews
“Winter is coming,” as they say in the world of A Song of Ice and Fire. Luckily for roofers, you don’t have to deal with dragons, wights, and whatever else—but the weather does still pose challenges in many areas. We have winter roofing safety tips you need to ensure...
read more10 Questions Answered About Our Newest Peel and Stick Underlayment: PlyStik SA-250!
Here at Epilay, we are pleased to announce the addition of a new underlayment to our lineup. This one is part of the PlyStik Plus line: PlyStik SA-250 is coming to join our original PlyStik Plus Peel-and-Stick underlayment. Have questions about this new product? Read...
read moreTop 5 Reasons to Use Synthetic Underlayment for Metal Roofing
Metal roofing is having a moment right now, and there are a couple of good reasons for its recent upswing in popularity. First and foremost, these roofs are durable and long-lasting. Sheet metal, in particular, is known to have excellent wind resistance, and most...
read moreTop Roofing Technology Trends of 2021
There are a lot of new, up-and-coming trends in the roofing industry right now! What’s driving these trends? Some of it is the need to create energy-efficient roofing, or roofing that can stand up to weather that is becoming increasingly more extreme. The pandemic is...
read moreFlorida’s New Building Code: What Roofing Pros Need to Know
Of all the places in the United States, Florida has some of the toughest building codes around—at least where roofing is concerned. It’s something born out of necessity. Since Florida is a hurricane-prone state with a history of big storms making landfall, these codes...
read moreThe Continuing Roofing Supply Shortage: Tips for Roofing Contractors
In the roofing industry, the COVID-19 saga continues. Raw materials shortages have been affecting every aspect of construction in the form of increasing prices, shipping delays, and other issues. All of this is compounded by the fact that storm season has resulted in...
read moreAmid Challenges, A Bright Future Ahead for the Roofing Industry
It’s undeniable that COVID-19 has had sweeping impacts on the roofing industry, some of which, we’ve talked about before. Early on, roofing contractors experienced material and inspection delays, canceled jobs, and layoffs. As things have progressed, prices have gone...
read moreCOVID-19: The Impact on the Roofing Industry
COVID-19 has had far-reaching effects on industries of all kinds—and that includes the roofing industry. From the start, roofers and others in the industry have struggled to produce supplies, and some of these challenges are ongoing. That is compounded by the fact...
read moreWhat is the Best Synthetic Underlayment? Pros and Cons of Top Brands
What are the best underlayment products available? Here is a roundup of the best synthetic roofing underlayment brands along with their pros and cons!
read moreWhat is Best for Florida Roof Underlayment? Hot Mop vs. Peel and Stick
Is hot mop or peel and stick underlayment the better choice for Florida rooftops? Click here to learn about building codes and which underlayment to use!
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