Roofing Technology Trends to have an Eye on!
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Construction Business Review | Thursday, March 25, 2021
Drones have begun to play an essential role in the roofing industry because roofers can use them to analyze and have a clear vision of buildings, which was not possible a few years ago.
Fremont, CA: With a severe labor shortage, the construction industry requires technologies that can effectively replace workers. Project demands are increasing, and roofing technology is becoming more critical because it necessitates efficiency and compelling work. Here are a few of the most significant roofing technology developments and trends in the construction industry.
Mobile Apps
The development of mobile phones in every industry has had a significant impact on them because it has decreased time and energy consumption by making paperwork more bearable. Here are some of the ways it can help roofers.
• Find an owner's contact information on demand • Scale building roofs • Prepare and share invoices to clients
• Distribute related images and videos of a building throughout the organization • Create and distribute roof reports and estimates to clients
Drones
Drones have begun to play an important role in the roofing industry because roofers can use them to analyze and have a clear vision of buildings, which was not possible a few years ago. The high-resolution images aid in the measurement of a building's roof. Many people use the images for high-quality websites to conduct image marketing in addition to posting them on social media or sharing them with clients.
Furthermore, unlike flights, when a drone completes a task, it does not repeat it unless it is pre-programmed to do so. This type of automation saves roofers a lot of time and keeps them safe from accidents. Roofers also don't have to physically climb the roofs to take measurements because drones can do it for them, preventing possible injuries.
New and Innovative Roofs
The focal point is shifting toward developing cutting-edge, innovative roofs that can meet energy demands while also withstanding harsh weather conditions such as a storm. Cool roofs and green roofs are two examples of traditional innovative roofs.
