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Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney recently has received a lot of calls regarding workmanship warranties and manufactured material warranties from the field. He joined If Walls Could Talk to break down some of the key features roofing contractors need to have in their contractors when it comes to workmanship and material warranties. He also explained that working with manufacturers and distributors to find a solution is often the best route to keep customers happy.

Cotney also addressed the continued need to monitor field crews for heat illness and exposure to the sun during the final weeks of peak roofing season. “It’s just incredibly hot across the U.S. and it’s an incredibly dangerous time for our industry,” Cotney warned.

Though efforts to create a new heat standard by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have stalled, regulators are still considering making updates that provide clarity to jobsite requirements over heat exposure. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is “You always have the duty to prevent your employees from suffering heat injury or illness and I’d recommend knowing the known hazards,” he said.

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Federal regulators are urging contractors to adopt proactive self-auditing practices, with experts like Trent Cotney recommending independent audits to strengthen safety, labor compliance, and inclusion policies while minimizing exposure to penalties. He also highlighted broader industry challenges, including labor shortages tied to immigration enforcement and rising costs from tariffs, urging contractors to stay proactive and adaptable.

W&C contributor Thea Dudley—aka “The Credit Overlord”—previews her upcoming METALCON workshop, emphasizing the critical role of back-office systems, especially credit and collections—in helping contractors protect their cash flow and avoid costly business failures.

Credit card surcharges are becoming more common as processing fees rise, but Thea Dudley stresses they must be implemented legally, transparently, and with advance notice to customers. She advises contractors to phase in changes carefully, avoid surprises at payment, and follow merchant service rules to maintain trust.

Construction attorney Trent Cotney outlines key tax benefits and workforce development provisions in a new federal bill, along with recent OSHA enforcement changes that offer significant relief and opportunities for contractors.