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Our People: Standard’s Most Important Asset
At Standard, “Do The Right Thing” is one of our Core Values. But it only means something if it applies across the board—to customers and co-workers alike. Doing the right thing for one another means showing care, offering opportunity, and responding when someone is in need. That’s what defines a strong culture.
MOREI Hate Quitters.
The best lessons in leadership often start with uncomfortable truths. My father taught me never to quit—a lesson that’s guided me through every tough decision, jobsite setback, and leadership challenge.
MOREBuilding Envelope Maintenance Program: 30-Point Inspection
Whatever roof system your operation is under, whatever exterior and interior wall conditions your co-workers are working within, whatever window and door envelope penetrations are providing light and access, and whatever foundation is supporting your facility, the building that you have been charged with maintaining deserves (and its owners and inhabitants will greatly appreciate) a little TLC.
MOREWhy Pre-Qualifying Bidders Matter
Projects frequently fail when contractors aren’t properly vetted. Safety, quality, service, and financial stability should all be evaluated before any bid is accepted—because fixing someone else’s mistakes is far more expensive.
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Standard Roofing Celebrates 80 Years of Excellence in Commercial Roofing and Building Envelope Solutions
This year marks Standard Roofing’s 80th anniversary—a milestone built on quality, dedication, and long-term relationships. For eight decades, we’ve proudly provided commercial roofing and building envelope solutions, adapting to the evolving needs of our clients and the industry.
MOREDoes Culture Matter?
Boeing’s delivery delays and over-budget costs are just symptoms of a deeper issue—a lack of consistent leadership and a company culture that needs rebuilding.
MOREDecisions & Consequences
As a leader, I’ve realized that the smartest decisions come from avoiding common pitfalls—Keith Cunningham’s book ‘The Road Less Stupid’ provides a clear roadmap for doing just that.
MOREMaking The Right Call
On Christmas Eve 2024, a Standard Division Manager received an urgent call about a roof leak threatening a customer’s renovation project and, despite it not being Standard’s responsibility, chose to leave his family’s festivities to handle the repairs. His selfless actions, guided by Standard’s core values, reflect the team’s unwavering commitment to doing the right thing and putting customers first.
MORELet Us Look Before You Leak
Whatever roof system your operation is under, whatever exterior and interior wall conditions your co-workers are working within, whatever window and door envelope penetrations are providing light and access, and whatever foundation is supporting your facility, the building that you have been charged with maintaining deserves (and its owners and inhabitants will greatly appreciate) a little TLC.
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