How Distributors' New Models Affect Contractors
How Distributors' New Models Affect Contractors. Learn about How Roofing Distributors Are Changing Their Business Models and What It Means for Contracto...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 86 min read
David Patterson
Roofing Industry Analyst
18 years in commercial and residential roofing. NRCA member. Specializing in material science and building codes. Based in Chicago, IL.
How to Navigate Roofing Material Availability Season Gaps
How to Navigate Roofing Material Availability Season Gaps. Learn about Roofing Material Availability by Season: How to Plan Production Around Supply Gap...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 71 min read
Maximize Returns: Manage Roofing Material Credits with Distributors
Maximize Returns: Manage Roofing Material Credits with Distributors. Learn about How to Manage Roofing Material Returns and Credits with Distributors. f...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 76 min read
Boost Labor Efficiency with Smart Roofing Material Delivery Scheduling
Boost Labor Efficiency with Smart Roofing Material Delivery Scheduling. Learn about How Roofing Material Delivery Scheduling Affects Job Flow and Labor ...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 68 min read
How Contractors Can Manage Material Costs on Long Duration Projects
How Contractors Can Manage Material Costs on Long Duration Projects. Learn about How to Manage Material Costs on Multi-Phase or Long-Duration Roofing Pr...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 66 min read
How to Secure Better Deals with Roofing Contractors Suppliers
How to Secure Better Deals with Roofing Contractors Suppliers. Learn about How to Negotiate Annual Material Pricing Agreements with Your Key Suppliers. ...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 70 min read
Can You Reduce Material Waste on Roofing Jobs with Leftover Materials?
Can You Reduce Material Waste on Roofing Jobs with Leftover Materials?. Learn about How to Reduce Material Waste on Roofing Jobs and What to Do with Lef...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 63 min read
Evaluate New Roofing Material Distributor Before Committing Your Volume Wisely
Evaluate New Roofing Material Distributor Before Committing Your Volume Wisely. Learn about How to Evaluate a New Roofing Material Distributor Before Co...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 73 min read
Unlock Net 30 60: Expert Roofing Material Credit Terms
Unlock Net 30 60: Expert Roofing Material Credit Terms. Learn about Roofing Material Credit Terms: How to Negotiate Net 30, Net 60, and Extended Payment...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 92 min read
How to Safeguard Against Supply Chain Disruptions
How to Safeguard Against Supply Chain Disruptions. Learn about How to Protect Your Roofing Business from Material Supply Chain Disruptions. for roofers-...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 70 min read
Shield Against Inflation: Price Escalation Clause Roofing Contract
Shield Against Inflation: Price Escalation Clause Roofing Contract. Learn about How to Use Price Escalation Clauses in Roofing Contracts to Protect Agai...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 81 min read
Unlocking Shingle Weight Class Pricing Installation Secrets
Unlocking Shingle Weight Class Pricing Installation Secrets. Learn about How Shingle Weight Classes Affect Pricing, Installation, and Disposal Costs. fo...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 74 min read
Can You Pass Material Cost Increases to Customers?
Can You Pass Material Cost Increases to Customers?. Learn about How to Pass Material Cost Increases to Customers Without Losing the Job. for roofers-con...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 80 min read
Minimize Overage: Material Waste Factors by Roof Type
Minimize Overage: Material Waste Factors by Roof Type. Learn about Material Waste Factors by Roof Type: How to Order Accurately and Minimize Overage. fo...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 70 min read
How Contractors Create a Seasonal Roofing Materials Budget
How Contractors Create a Seasonal Roofing Materials Budget. Learn about How to Build a Roofing Materials Budget for Each Season Without Running Short. f...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 54 min read
Quote Metal Roofing Jobs Without Losing Margin
Quote Metal Roofing Jobs Without Losing Margin. Learn about Metal Roofing Material Cost Trends: How to Quote Jobs Without Losing Margin. for roofers-con...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 78 min read
Beyond Price Per Square: Smarter Supplier Comparison
Beyond Price Per Square: Smarter Supplier Comparison. Learn about Comparing Roofing Material Costs Across Suppliers: What to Evaluate Beyond Price Per S...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 62 min read
Climb the Ladder: Distributor Relationships Volume Pricing Benefits
Climb the Ladder: Distributor Relationships Volume Pricing Benefits. Learn about Distributor Relationships and Volume Pricing: The Ladder of Benefits fo...
David Patterson · Apr 4, 2026 · 80 min read