Contents

JUNE 2003
VOL. 33 ISSUE 6

COLUMNS

Focus

There's a regulation about lead you may not be aware of—not adhering to it can cost up to $25,000 per day.

Flashings

News about an act to stop union salting is available, as well as information about human remains found in a roof system.

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Capitol Hill

Tort reform will minimize lawsuits and positively affect insurance costs.

Legal Ease

You should know how to use the Spearin doctrine to your advantage.

Essentials

You should understand NRCA's position about radiant barriers before using them.

Tech Today

The 2003 International Building Code has been released with changes to some roofing codes.

DEPARTMENTS

FEATURES

A good guy - John Gooding begins his journey as NRCA president

A good guy

John Gooding begins his journey as NRCA president


The little-known liaison - National Ombudsman Michael Barrera helps small businesses

The little-known liaison

National Ombudsman Michael Barrera helps small businesses


What is code-compliant?

Make sure SPF roof systems comply with building codes


A different look at polyiso - A contractor shares his problems with polyisocyanurate insulation

A different look at polyiso

A contractor shares his problems with polyisocyanurate insulation


Dollars and sense

An Illinois bank's roof system features modern materials with traditional construction