Build Your Crew the Right Way – Train Smarter, Not Harder!
Bringing on an apprentice isn’t just about filling a labor gap—it’s about shaping the next generation of skilled metal roofers.
But training takes more than just showing them what to do.
If you want a reliable, skilled crew member down the road, you need to invest in their growth today.
Here are 5 key things to remember when training an apprentice:
Patience Pays Off – Mistakes are part of the...
Customers Compaining About Oil Canning? Let Me Help...
Hello fellow Sheet Met'lers,
Oil canning is a big concern that customers have with standing seam metal roofing.
While it’s unavoidable, there are steps you take to minimize it—now you can easily show your customers exactly what you do.
We put together a video explaining oil canning and the measures professionals like you take to reduce it.
Instead of explaining it over and over, just send them ...
The Truth About Soldering in Metal Roofing
Hey ASM101 Crew,
Let’s talk about soldering—the so-called gold standard of metal roof sealing.Â
For years, it’s been viewed as a badge of honor, a sign of true craftsmanship. But is it really the best solution in today’s industry?
In our latest deep dive, "Soldering Explained," we break down where soldering shines, where it falls short, and why some of the best in the trade are moving towards m...
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