Attention to detail on a roof installation can be the difference between chasing leaks and a great reputation. Pick up roofing tips from our pro, Tony Blue while he points out common shingle and flashing mistakes and create solutions for roof problem areas. Attendees will learn to identify and address known problem areas before the roof is installed, develop a basic understanding of standing seem and it’s growing popularity and why flashing is KING and must be done correctly. Each clinic is meant to benefit those installing or those overseeing a roof installation.

Presenter: Tony Blue

After college and a boring stint in computer science, Tony Blue started and sold a roofing company. His company now focuses on remodel work. But like a bad habit he just can’t kick the roofing trade. His crew performs plenty of copper work in the Saratoga NY region.

One of the biggest challenges facing roofing contractors interested in expanding their business into other exterior replacement product lines is the skilled labor shortage. To help address it, IRE is introducing this new hands-on training areas to the show floor. Led by nationally recognized subject matter expert, Mike Sloggatt, Mike will detail best practices when installing different styles of weather barriers and flashing prior to the exterior cladding. Mike will also review proper flashing details when replacing windows. Eight presentations will be held throughout the three days of the show.

Presenter: Mike Sloggatt

Mike Sloggatt has more than 40 years’ experience in the trade starting right out of high school in 1972, taking a short break to get his college degree before opening his own contracting business in 1979.  Mike is now semi-retired and is a consultant to builders, manufacturers & homeowners for challenging remodels near his home on Long Island. He is a contributor to the Journal of Light Construction and writes for Fine Homebuilding and Tools of the Trade. Mike has been the Frame-to-Finish (Rough) Carpentry presenter for the Katz Roadshow. He teaches seminars and clinics in all aspects of carpentry and remodeling all over the United States and is a regular presenter at JLC LIVE for the past 22 years, Remodeling Show and International Builders’ Show. When not on the road or enjoying his time with his grandchildren, you might find Mike & his wife Laura fishing the beaches of Long Island in their custom-built truck camper.