The power of commitment
by Ashley St. John
During the past year, roofing contractors, manufacturers and individuals donated money, time, labor and materials to people in need.
Critical considerations 
by Jeff Ceruti, P.E.
Vapor retarders and air barriers can be critical to a roof system installation's success. It is important roofing contractors know the differences between the two and the problems that can occur when they are improperly designed or installed.
Assessing Wind Vulnerability
by Thomas L. Smith, AIA, RRC
It is important to identify wind vulnerabilities and undertake mitigation efforts to avoid damage and disruption of services provided by critical facilities.
A worthy initiative
by Jared O. Blum
President Obama recently introduced the Better Buildings Initiative, a multipronged effort designed to make commercial buildings 20 percent more energy-efficient during the next decade. This and similar government efforts could serve the construction industry well.
Radiating beauty
by Ashley St. John
Carpenter's Roofing & Sheet Metal installs an unusual copper roof system on a guest house in Palm Beach, Fla. For its work on the project, the company received NRCA's 2011 Gold Circle Award for Innovative Solutions—New Construction.