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What Is Soldering Flux Used For? A Complete Guide
Get clear answers to what is soldering flux used for, plus tips on types, safe handling, and how to achieve strong, clean solder joints in any project.
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How to Use a Gutter End Cap Crimper Like a Pro
Master the gutter end cap crimper with clear steps, pro tips, and tool care advice for a secure, leak-free gutter installation every time.
Read MoreHand Seamer Guide: Types, Uses & Pro Techniques
Find out how to choose the right hand seamer, learn key uses, and get pro tips for clean, precise bends in sheet metal projects.
Read MoreHow to Form a Pocket Pan on a Metal Roof (Step-by-Step)
Learn how to form a pocket pan on a metal roof with clear, step-by-step instructions for a watertight, professional finish around roof penetrations.
Read MoreHow to Crimp a Downspout: The Complete Guide
Learn how to crimp a downspout with step-by-step instructions, tool tips, and pro advice for a secure, leak-free gutter system that lasts.
Read MoreProject Profile: St. Joes University – ACG Roofing & SM
Contractor: ACG Roofing & Sheet Metal Project Details Project Scope: Re-roof in natural slate. Involving graduated slates varying from 1” thickness to ¼” thickness. Mixed colors 80% green, 15% purple, and 5% unfading gray. Building information: Barbelin / Longergan Hall is the Flagship building on St. Joe’s Philadelphia campus. Completed in 1927, the structure was…
Read MoreResidential Slate and Copper Job
A major thanks to Gillespie Contracting for the invitation to this copper and slate installation. Marcelino is an incredibly skilled slate worker blending a variety of sizes for look. The panels are 1″ mechanical lock roll formed in 16oz copper. Scroll left and right through the gallery below to see more jobsite photos. Photo Gallery…
Read MoreRheinzink – Roofing Project Profile
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro Paragraph” _builder_version=”3.3.1″ text_font_size=”18px”] Organization and workflow on a job site is crucial to meeting deadlines on any roofing job. Natural Metal Associates specializes in Zinc installations on commercial and residential projects around the country. This blog will take a look at a high end residential project in Avalon, New Jersey to…
Read MoreSend Us Your Work – Part 3
Here are the latest submissions by some skilled roofing contractors. We appreciate the entries and details on how to submit your work can be found on this page. We are giving away a free tool (S-150 Bender, Soldering Iron, or Slate Starter Kit) valued at over $350 just for sending in your work. Act today! Don’t…
Read MoreSend Us Your Work – Part 2
Here are the latest submissions by some skilled roofing contractors. We appreciate the entries and details on how to submit your work can be found on this page. We are giving away a free tool (S-150 Bender, Soldering Iron, or Slate Starter Kit) valued at over $350 just for sending in your work. Act today! Don’t…
Read MoreSend Us Your Work – Part 1
These were the first submissions we received from our entry page. The higher the resolution submitted, the better the pictures appear on the site. Thanks to everyone who has already participated. Don’t forget we are still offering a free tool (which is your choice of an S-150, a new soldering iron kit, or slate starter kit)…
Read MoreOrnamental Slate Videos
This post has videos of ornamental slate work. Although not widely spread through the United States, a select few are making efforts. These videos are mostly found in Europe and found through the Facebook accounts of Hans Peter-Koennecke and the page called Dachdecker-Treffpunkt (Roofer’s Meeting Place). Enjoy.
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