Letter From the Editor
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Dates to Remember
April 2nd - Daylight Savings time begins
April 21st - Last day to submit classifieds or topics for May Issue April 29th - March of Dimes Walk-A-Thon |
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Feedback
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Classifieds
‘92 GMC Topkick Scissor - Lift, 18’ bed, 16’ lift, 54k GVW, CAT engine, Low Miles, A/C, Sideracks, Outriggers….$36,000 OBO
Call Ryan @ 541-543-6131 |
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Joke of the Month
Fixing a Leak
Three contractors were touring the White House on the same day.
One was from New York, another from Missouri, and the third from Florida. At the end of the tour, the guard asked them what they did for a living. When they each replied that they were contractors, the guard said, "Hey the roof for the security office is leaking. Why don't you guys take a look at it and give me your bids."
First the Florida contractor took out his tape measure and pencils, did some measuring and said, "I figure the job will run about $900 - $400 for materials, $400 for my crew, and $100 profit for me."
Next was the Missouri contractor. He also took out his tape measure and pencil, did some quick calculations and said, "Looks like I can do this job for $700 - $300 for materials, $300 for my crew, and $100 profit for me."
Finally, the guard asks the New York contractor for his bid. Without batting an eye, the contractor says, "$2700."
The guard, incredulous, looks at him and says, "You didn't even measure like the other guys! How did you come up with such a high figure?"
"Easy," says the contractor from New York, "$1000 for me, $1000 for you, and we hire the guy from Missouri." |
 Spring is here, and Summer is right around the corner. Now is the time to prepare for the long days with a hardly a break or time to think. With that in mind, we have added a special section this month with some good business tips.
Thanks in part to comments from you, you will see an expanded specials section in this issue, and in future issues.
Remember, we publish this newsletter to benefit you and Roofline. If you have any ideas or topics you would like to see, let us know.
March of Dimes
 One in ten babies in Oregon and SW Washington are born premature. By participating in the March of Dimes’ WalkAmerica, you are helping fund programs working to prevent premature births. Roofline Supply has committed to raise $5,000 for the March of Dimes walkathon being held on April 29th. Please consider a one time pledge or a per delivery pledge. Several contractors have pledged $5-$10/roof and more already. The contribution will automatically be added as a line item on your invoice and your donations are tax deductible. Contributions need to be in by the 26th.
Monthly Specials
Irwin Chalk line with 4oz Chalk - $5.75 ea or 3 for $5.25 ea - these are good for mortar dye to use on tile.
Spray Paint - $5.30 ea or 12 for $4.35 ea - Excellent paint.
Tear Off Shovels with fiberglass handle - $24.95 ea
A-11 Hammer Tackers - Case of 20 and Premium Hammer Tacker for $75
Sikaflex Caulking - $3.05/tube
Genflex Accessories - We have a variety of oddball PVC & TPO accessories priced to move. Call, or come in to see if we have what you need.
Award Metals is running a contractor rebate program worth $0.20 per Nifty-Fifty, contact us for details.
We have a variety of Malarkey shingles on sale. If you are looking for a high quality shingle at a low price, give us a call to see if we have what you need.
New Items
 The Shingle Shear from Howard Tools Inc.
Roofline has spent a great deal of time finding the best shingle cutter on the market. From what we can see, this is it!
The Shingle Shear from Howard Tools, Inc. weighs just 16lbs thanks to it’s all aluminum deck making it easy to carry around in one hand. The ShingleShear features a tape measure with an extension inlaid into the deck. The 20” removable blades are easily re-sharpened or replaced. It comes with an adjustable, removable rip fence which will cut the shingle lengthwise for starter. The rubber feet and swing out anchor firmly, keeping it in place on steeper slope roofs. One of the Shingle Shear’s nicest features is the inlaid pitch gauge. This allows you quick and easy cuts for valleys and hips.
Come on in and try one out. We have one on the showroom floor for demonstrations.
Monier Lifetile
Lightweight tile has been discontinued and is out of stock. Heavy-weight is still readily available.
Visqueen
We’re now carrying 20 x 50 clear Visqueen.
Business Tips for Better Profitability
 Getting paid for your work.
Do not extend credit unless absolutely necessary. If you do extend credit, establish credit policies to guide you, determining when and who you extend credit to. Provide an invoice to your customer as promptly as possible after work is completed. Don’t be afraid to communicate with your customer via telephone, letter, or email. Most importantly, always be polite, but firm.
Customer relations: your primary commodity.
The first sale you make in every transaction is yourself. The customer is sold on you, and believes in your reputation, before he purchases any product or service from you.
You may think that once you move onto the next roof, your relationship with that customer is over. In reality, your reputation, and the referral you receive as a result from a job well done, are one of your most important commodities. Follow up calls are critical to maintaining those important relationships.
Product Updates
Genflex
To accommodate your need for partial rolls, Roofline will only be able to cut the 6 foot rolls of TPO .045 and PVC .048. At this time, we do have several partial rolls of other lengths and thicknesses. Give us a call if you could use a partial roll.
Dec-Tec
In case you aren't in the know, Dec-Tec is a textured reinforced PVC roofing material designed for decks. They have discontinued the Teal color. Due to demand we will stock the Bronze and Granite colors. While supplies last, we do have Teal, Brick, and Opal in stock.
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