Safety Begins Before the Metal Roof or Gutter Installation Does

Let’s talk seriously about your safety procedures. Standing seam metal roofs are an increasingly popular roof option for residential construction because of their durability and energy efficiency.  As with roof work, using any type of materials, construction employees working at heights of 6 feet or more must be protected from slip and fall hazards.

You must continuously emphasize slip and fall safety to your workers. You must also provide fall prevention training to the workers before allowing them to work above 6 feet.

Over the last few years, metal roofing and gutter contractors have been focusing on job site safety. And rightfully so!  As insurance premiums rise, it is important that your installation crews follow the proper safety precautions. It is also critical that your crews be trained and retrained on a regular basis regarding these safety procedures.  Failure to do so could cost your company a great deal of money or worse.

These safety procedures are not just limited to the installation process. They may also include the use of required safety equipment or the proper protective clothing.

This is not a new issue! Job site safety has been an important part of the home improvement and building construction industry for quite some time.

But safety does not just begin and end on the job site. 

It is equally as important that your crews arrive to and from the job site safely as well.  Their vehicles should be properly maintained, and all traffic laws should be followed to the letter. This means that crews should not be distracted while driving to and from the jobs. So there should be NO phone calls, texting, eating, drinking or filling out paperwork while on the way to or from the job site.

Many companies are opting to install video cameras on their vehicles. They record both the driver’s activities, as well as a view out the back and the of the vehicle. This is a great way to insure that your drivers are not distracted. Also, the exterior views may come in handy in the unfortunate event of an accident, which may prove your employee was not at fault.

The footage can be seen in real time on your computer or phone so you can monitor the crews’ activities 24/7.

There are also other types of tracking devices to consider that can help you govern the driving speed, and insure the use of blinkers and proper breaking and turns. These methods can help you make sure your crew arrives safely to and from jobs.

Accidents are more common than you think and can cost you a fortune in insurance premiums and legal fees.

Sure, job site safety is very important, but you also want to keep your employees safe while traveling back and forth.

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Beyond the environmental impact, have you ever thought about your human capital? Your employees and yourself are the ones to carry every single one of those 5,400 pounds. There must be an easier, if not lighter, way!

The Weight of an Injury

CPWR.com reports that the largest complaint among construction workers is back pain. In fact, the Department of Labor research says the average number of days missed because of injuries in the construction industry is twelve – nearly two full weeks per injury.

As a contractor and a business owner, you’re already aware that accidents and injuries can cost your company a lot of money!

There is one way to get around the very heavy load: Metal Roofing Installation!

A metal roof, of the same size, weighs half as much as a traditional asphalt roof. This means that you can design with lighter weight materials! And, save your back in the process! It’s a win/win!

Another benefit of a metal roof is that it’s made of recycled materials and is 100% recyclable at the end of it’s life.

I should also mention that metal roofs last 200-300% longer than traditional roofs, which need to be replaced every 15-25 years.

Lighten Your Load

Not only is a metal roof more earth friendly and lighter weight, it will probably outlive us all!

For more information on the benefits of offering metal roofing installation, download our free report: 7 Tips for Selling Metal Roofing.

Metal roof installation may not solve all your problems, but it will take a load off your back!

~J.C.

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Why You Need One

The Freund roller folding tool makes quick work of metal edges and is perfect for the roofing contractor or installer in your life. It’s a roofing tool that comes in varying sizes to accommodate pretty much any job. The sky is literally the limit.

This edge roller, which looks a lot like a giant pizza cutter, is used for the application of eaves, gutter flashings, alterations, and so much more.

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Where Can I Get One?

The Fruend roller folding tool is available at our shop, but not online – yet.  But, soon. It’s coming soon.

As always, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. We would love to help!
~J.C.

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I’m Trying Not to Sound Like an Infomercial

But it’s hard because this is the most handy tool we’ve come across in a while. Less bending over. Less fumbling through your carpet or flower beds for errant nails and screws. Imagine what you will do with all your extra/ newfound time!

Who are we kidding, you’ll probably find another home improvement project to tackle just so that you can use your handy magnetic sweeper!

Problem Solved

As an added bonus, we do sell these tools on our site.
There. Problem solved.

Now we can start solving the biggies: world peace…

~J.C.

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