Rick Damato is the editorial director of Roofing Contractor. He has held a number of posts in the roofing industry since 1974 and has contributed to the magazine since its inception in 1981. He can be reached at 770-331-7858 or on Twitter @RoofsByRick.
Our editorial mission has always been to deliver information for and about roofing contractors and the roofing industry at large, to help contractors succeed in their roofing business.
For the good people in areas of the South impacted by the onslaught of wind and water from hurricanes Harvey and Irma, their lives will never be the same.