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Articles by Jim Hoff

Learning From Disaster: Devastating Events Play Key Role in Developing Roofing Standards

Jim Hoff
April 7, 2014
Devastating fires and severe weather events have played a key role in the development of roofing standards.
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Sustainable Roofing

Roofing Plays a Leading Role in Energy Codes

Jim Hoff
March 11, 2014
New code requirements reflect the growing importance of the roofing industry.
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Disclosure: The Newest Dimension in Green Building

New Tools Like EPDs and HPDs Add Opportunities as Well as Challenges for Building Designers
Jim Hoff
February 21, 2014
Whether you’re perusing the latest edition of an architectural magazine or viewing an online green building blog, the word disclosure is certain to catch your eye.
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RoofPoint Continues to Grow and Impress

Jim Hoff
January 1, 2014
Launched just three years ago, the RoofPoint sustainable rating system continues to gain market recognition.
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Sustainable Roofing

Shining a Light on Daylighting

If you’re not sure daylighting is important for roofing contractors, try this quick test.
Jim Hoff
August 12, 2013
Does your company’s website include a section on daylighting? If not, you may be missing out on one of the fastest-growing trends in both commercial and residential roofing.
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Turning Green into the Black

Jim Hoff
May 13, 2013
Learn how to turn green practice into green profit for your business.
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CEU - Continuing Education Unit

Roof and Wall Thermal Values

Cutting Through I-Code Confusion: A New R-Value Guide for Roofs and Walls
Jim Hoff
February 27, 2013

The advancement of the levels of insulation matches the awareness and activities taking place, not just in the United States, but across North America and the world. 


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Cutting Through Code Confusion: A New R-Value Guide

Jim Hoff
January 8, 2013

Since 1994, the I-Codes have served as models for almost all state and local building codes in the United States.


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Ninety Percent Inspiration, 10 Percent Perspiration

Jim Hoff
June 4, 2012

 I had an opportunity last month to participate in a webinar with a leading roof consultant who turned my idea of roof maintenance upside down 


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More Than Just a Single Ply

Jim Hoff
May 1, 2012

 It has been my privilege to work in the roofing industry for more than 36 years, starting as an estimator in 1976.  


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