Mike Di Pinto, VP of Construction Insurance at Ferrari & Associates, highlights the risks associated with torch roofing, a method utilizing propane torches to seal roofs effectively for 15–20 years. Despite its durability, torch roofing poses significant fire hazards, including the potential ignition of flammable materials and hidden smoldering fires, along with injury risks for workers.

Why is roofing insurance so expensive? This is a question I get asked a lot. Hello, I’m Mike Di Pinto, Ferrari & Associates’ Vice President of Construction Insurance, and in this article, I’ll explain why roofing insurance is costly and what factors contribute to those high premiums. Roofing is a high-risk profession due to the inherent dangers involved in working.. Read more