Updating the Tariff Story

04/08/2025 25 min
Updating the Tariff Story

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Episode Synopsis

In this Roofing Road Trips® episode, Heidi J. Ellsworth continues the conversation on steel and aluminum tariffs and explores what all of this means for contractors on the ground with industry expert Melanie A. Butler, director of trade and transportation compliance at Sherwin-Williams. From pricing volatility to supply chain slowdowns, we unpack the ripple effect these trade changes are having across the roofing industry. Learn what questions you should be asking your suppliers, how to protect your margins and why understanding where your materials come from has never mattered more. Whether you're sourcing metal locally or through distribution, this episode is packed with insights to help you stay informed, competitive and ready for what's next.   Learn more at RoofersCoffeeShop.com! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/   Are you a contractor looking for resources? Become an R-Club Member today! https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rcs-club-sign-up   Sign up for the Week in Roofing!  https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/sign-up   Follow Us!   https://www.facebook.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.linkedin.com/company/rooferscoffeeshop-com   https://x.com/RoofCoffeeShop   https://www.instagram.com/rooferscoffeeshop/   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAQTC5U3FL9M-_wcRiEEyvw   https://www.pinterest.com/rcscom/   https://www.tiktok.com/@rooferscoffeeshop   https://www.rooferscoffeeshop.com/rss     #SherwinWilliams #RoofersCoffeeShop #MetalCoffeeShop #AskARoofer #CoatingsCoffeeShop #RoofingProfessionals #RoofingContractors #RoofingIndustry