Roofing Resources

Articles and Guides

• How Riley Hays Cut Lead Times by 75 Percent with NTM

  Riley Hays explains how adding a New Tech Machinery rollformer helped his Arkansas roofing business produce metal panels faster, cut costs, and reduce lead times by 75%.

• Roofing Magazine: Roof Restoration with TPO Upgrades Tornado Damaged Roofs

  Riley Hays Roofing is featured in Roofing Magazine for restoring tornado-damaged roofs in Little Rock, Arkansas using TPO upgrades and expert commercial techniques.

• KARK News: Little Rock Homeowners Still Needing Roofs Four Months After Tornado

  KARK News reports on Little Rock homeowners still waiting for roof repairs four months after the devastating April 2023 tornado — with Riley Hays Roofing helping lead recovery efforts.

• AY 2023: Men of Distinction — Riley Hays

  Riley Hays is recognized in AY Magazine's 2023 Men of Distinction issue, honoring Arkansas leaders making a significant impact in their industries and communities.

• THV 11 News: Riley Hays on Arkansas Construction Safety in the Heat

  THV 11 News covers Riley Hays Roofing and Construction on the importance of heat safety for construction crews working outdoors in Arkansas summers.

• Arkansas Homeowners Stay Busy After Tragic Tornadoes

  In the wake of tornadoes that struck Little Rock, Riley Hays Roofing is stepping up to help affected homeowners with emergency repairs, inspections, and full roof replacements.

• Riley Hays Hurricane Ida Relief Efforts in Louisiana

  Riley Hays and his crew traveled to Louisiana to assist with cleanup and roof repair relief following Hurricane Ida, demonstrating their commitment beyond Central Arkansas.

• Riley Hays Featured in Soirée Magazine

  Riley Hays Roofing & Construction is featured in Soirée Magazine, highlighting beautiful Arkansas homes and the craftsmanship behind the roofing work that earned them the spotlight.

Not Sure Where to Start?

A few of the topics we cover most often:

Storm damage and insurance claims.

What to do after a storm, how to document damage, and how the insurance claims process works. Relevant whether you have visible damage or just want to know your options before storm season. See our storm damage repair page for details.

Roof repair vs. replacement.

How to tell the difference between a roof that needs targeted repair and one that is ready for full replacement — and why the honest answer sometimes means waiting. More on our roof repair page.

Material selection.

The difference between shingle grades, when metal roofing makes sense, and how specialty materials like slate and clay perform in Arkansas's climate. See our custom roofing and metal roofing pages.

Roof maintenance.

What proactive upkeep looks like, when to schedule inspections, and how regular maintenance extends roof life. Read more on our roof maintenance page.