The Roofr Report

In this episode of The Roofer Report podcast, host Pete McKendrick interviews Don McKee, founder of B.A.N.A. Roofing , a veteran-owned business in Davis, Oklahoma. Don shares his journey from working in asphalt and various sales roles to establishing a successful roofing company. He emphasizes the importance of trust, community engagement, and local reputation in building a thriving business. The...

In this episode of The Roofr Report, host Pete McKendrick interviews Hannah Smith from Smithrock Roofing, the Roofr of the Month for October. Hannah discusses the company's growth, from its origins nine years ago to its current structure and achievements. She shares insights on scaling the business, integrating technology, and balancing sales and production. Hannah also highlights the importance o...

Join Pete McKendrick on The Roofr Report as he interviews the September Roofr of the Month, Corey Combs from South Shore Roofing. Corey shares his journey from the restaurant industry to becoming a successful roofing contractor. He discusses the challenges of running a roofing business, the importance of processes, and adapting to market changes. Corey also provides insights into the benefits of f...

Join Pete McKendrick on The Roofr Report as he sits down with Thais Saenz, founder and CEO of Saenz Global, to discuss the integral role of back-office support in the roofing industry. Thais shares her journey from corporate life to launching Saenz Global, a company dedicated to streamlining administrative tasks for roofing professionals. They delve into the importance of CRM utilization, standard...

In this episode of The Roofr Report, host Pete McKendrick interviews Juan Rodriguez, the August Roofr of the Month. Juan shares insights on the rapid success of his new company, Salus Exteriors, in the competitive Houston market. They discuss the importance of diversifying services, effective sales strategies, and utilizing technology to streamline operations. Juan details Salus Exteriors' approac...

In this episode of The Roofer Report, host Pete McKendrick introduces Ben Morrow, known as Ben Tiger, as the Roofr of the Month for July. Ben discusses his roofing company, Roof Tiger, emphasizing its rapid growth since its inception in 2020 and subsequent expansion into solar with Solar Panther. He shares insights into the importance of mimicking successful practices, focusing on local markets, d...

In this episode of the Roofer Report, host Pete McKendrick introduces Amanda Veinott, the owner and founder of Maven Roofing and Exteriors in New Jersey, to discuss the journey of her 100% woman-owned roofing business. Launched in March 2023, Maven has seen extraordinary growth, specializing in roofing and gutters while navigating the unique challenges and successes of being a woman in a predomina...

In this insightful episode of the Roofer Report podcast, host Pete McKendrick welcomes Jason Shumway, our celebrated ‘Roofr of the Month’ for April. Jason shares his remarkable journey from starting Bradford Xteriors on the heels of Hurricane Ike to becoming a multifaceted entrepreneur with investments spread across the roofing industry and real estate. Discover Jason's philosophy on keeping a bus...

In this episode of The Roofer Report, our host Pete has an insightful conversation with Joe Andrews, owner of Mastercraft Roofing, notoriously known for his innate ability to flawlessly blend old-school customer service with modern tools for outstanding results. Joe's journey in the construction industry started at the tender age of 12, witnessing the pitfalls of traditional practices and deciding...

We're kicking off 2024 and Season 3 of the Roofr Report with a much-anticipated guest. Roofr's very own CEO and founder, Richy Nelson, joins Pete to share the story behind the Roofr CRM. What's the goal of Roofr? Was a CRM always the plan? How did Roofr get started? And what connection does Richy have to the roofing industry? Why start a roofing tech company, anyway? In this very special episode o...

As a roofer, how confident are you in the experience a homeowner has? Well, in this episode, you can hear it directly from someone who bought a roof! Jennifer Cote shares her experience shopping for roofs, including what made her choose the contractor she did, what would have won her business quicker, and 3 things roofers can do in 2024 to ensure they sell more roofs. Nic Capobianco joins to provi...

If anyone knows AI, it's Sebastian Jimenez. As CEO of RillaVoice — a speech analysis AI tool for sales — AI is his bead and butter. In this special Roofr Report, Sebastian joins our host, Pete McKendrick, to talk about the rise of AI both in roofing and outside of it, how it's changing the way we connect with others, and what impact it is already having (and will have!) on the world of roofing.

VP of Marketing Marc Hansen joins Pete to chat everything marketing for roofers. Lead gen, inbound marketing, text message marketing, and connecting with the modern homeowner will all be explored. Get tips and tricks you need to build a marketing plan that works.

Can authentic connection, emotional intelligence, and vulnerability really impact your roofing business? You bet it can! Pete is joined by Marc and Melissa from Improv My Sales to explore the value of authenticity, and to provide some real examples of what this looks like for roofers.

Did you know you can upload drone images to Roofr.com and receive accurate roof measurements without needing to climb a ladder? Well, now you know!

Want to stop climbing on Roofs? Roofr.com is here to save you with satellite and digital measurements.

What role does social media play in today's roofing business? Or for an individual roofer? TJ and Pete explore social trends, social media, and the importance of brand in this episode of the Roofr Report. Thank you to TJ McCormack for joining us as today's guest. To listen to more episodes, explore the Roofr Report on Spotify, YouTube, or on Roofr.com .The Roofr Report is produced by Roofr: The al...

Tune into this episode of the Roofr Report podcast with guest, Corey Combes. After spending over a decade in roofing, Corey started his own business and is now the CEO of SouthShore Roofing: a roofing business known for it's outstanding culture and training. In this episode, Corey talks about what he did to create a culture that both attracts and retains top talent, and gives you actionable tips t...

You might know him from his loud trucks or social media videos– and that's by design. The tiger stripes of Ben Morrow are hard to miss! His unconventional thinking has built Roof Tiger into a giant in the roofing industry. Today, he joins us on the Roofr Report to share how he did it.

You have a plan for how you complete jobs, but do you have a plan for how you market your business? Make 2023 the year you stop relying on referrals. In this episode, we walk you through the marketing principles every roofing business needs to work smarter.

More leads isn't always a good thing. Every lead that comes through your door might not be the right customer for your business. Save your company's time and your salespeople from headaches. In this episode, Ruben from ActiveProspect chats with Pete about what it takes to qualify and organize your leads so you keep your selling efficient and effective. Listeno now.

CompanyCam is the go-to visual communication app for contractors of all kinds. So, you've probably heard of them before. If not, buckle in because the story of how Luke got started is super interesting. Pete and Luke dive into CompanyCam's humble beginnings and how they're improving the lives of roofers everywhere. PS– Have you seen Roofr's integration with CompanyCam yet? Check it out here: https...

Join us as we chat with roofing leader Ty Backer on legacy and what it means to build a company from the ground up. Buckle in – Ty and Pete unpack tons of stories in this episode and reflect on what it means to lead.

Join us as we chat with the duo behind the Lead Scout app– Joe Salowitz and Chris Hofstra. They're passionate about helping roofers like you sell smarter. In this episode, they share tips for more efficient door-knocking that will actually help you sell roofs.

Join us as we chat with industry expert Dave Sullivan on creating a business that lasts. He's sharing proven key steps you need to take to create a strong business plan, find your niche, and grow fast.