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Live from SRC, Kimba Garcia sits down with Kenny from Pandit Law to unpack what’s really happening on the legal side of roofing and property insurance claims. This isn’t surface-level talk. We dive into claim strategy, policy interpretation, carrier pushback, denied and underpaid claims, and the legal realities contractors and homeowners must understand to stay protected in 2026. If you’re a roofing contractor, owner, sales manager, or operator navigating insurance disputes, appraisal clauses, coverage questions, and shifting carrier behavior — this conversation is for you. We discuss: • How insurance policy language impacts roofing payouts • The difference between a denied claim and an underpaid claim • When legal intervention actually makes sense • The role of contractors during disputed claims • Why documentation and compliance protect long-term profit Pandit Law focuses on representing policyholders in property insurance disputes, helping homeowners and businesses recover what they’re rightfully owed under their policies. This episode is part of The Kimba Co Podcast soft launch bringing clarity-driven, value-focused conversations back to the industry. Subscribe. Share. Lead smarter.

Live from SRC, Kimba Garcia sits down with the team at Rooflink to unpack what’s really happening in the roofing industry.This isn’t surface-level talk. We dive into operational workflow, scaling with lean teams, tightening margins, shifting narratives, and the uncomfortable truths contractors must face to stay competitive in 2026.If you’re a roofing contractor, owner, sales manager, or operator navigating insurance changes, market saturation, and evolving buyer behavior — this conversation is for you.We discuss:• Operational workflow upgrades that protect profit• The difference between noise and real opportunity• Industry narratives that are holding contractors back• What scaling actually looks like in today’s market• Why tightening systems beats chasing volumeThis is part of the Kimba Co Podcast soft launch bringing value-driven conversations back to the industry.

In this episode of The Kimba Co Podcast, Kimba connects standing on the floor at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) with Jennifer Clayton, owner of a commercial roofing lead company, for a focused conversation on what it really takes to break into—and scale within—the commercial roofing space.Recorded live inside the expo environment, this interview is designed specifically for residential roofers looking to enter commercial, and for established contractors who want to do more commercial work without guessing or wasting time.If you’re a roofer thinking about commercial—or already in it and want to do more—this episode is for you.Guest Spotlight🎤 Jennifer Clayton🏢 Commercial Roofing Lead Company Owner

In this episode of The Kimba Co Podcast, Kimba interviews Jeff Richfield standing at his booth at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) for a candid, on-the-floor conversation about leadership, legacy, and what comes after building a roofing company. Recorded live inside the expo, this conversation explores the deeper layers of success in the roofing industry—from community and collaboration to health, faith, and long-term impact. Topics covered in this episode include:• What Roofers United is and why it exists• The reality of exiting a roofing company and preparing for life beyond the build• How health and wellness fit into sustainable leadership• Faith, purpose, and the role of God Impact Roofing in the industry• Building something that serves people—not just profit This episode is a reminder that success isn’t only about volume, growth, or revenue—it’s about who you become while building and what your work contributes beyond yourself. If you’re a roofing professional thinking about longevity, leadership, or the next chapter after growth, this conversation offers perspective that’s rarely talked about—but deeply needed. Guest Spotlight 🎤 Jeff Richfield 🏢 Roofers United 📍 Roofing Industry Community & Leadership 🔗 Learn more about Roofers United here: 👉 https://roofersunited.org

In this episode of The Kimba Co Podcast, Kimba connects standing on the floor at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) with Eric Hernandez and Daisy Hernandez, owners of E&D Premier Roofing, for a real-time conversation about growth, leadership, and what’s shifting inside the roofing industry.Recorded live inside the expo environment, this standing interview explores why operators still show up to IRE, the industry changes they’re paying attention to, and what it really takes to manage a 20+ rep door-to-door sales team without letting culture erode.Topics covered in this episode include: • Why Eric and Daisy came to IRE and what they’re watching closely • Industry shifts affecting roofing, restoration, and insurance claims • The realities of running and scaling a large D2D sales organization • How “culture cancer” shows up—and how to stop it early • Leading sales teams with standards, accountability, and clarityThis episode speaks directly to owners and operators who are scaling fast and understand that culture breaks before systems do if leadership isn’t intentional.If you’re running a roofing company with a growing sales team and want to scale without losing your identity, this conversation delivers grounded, practical insight from operators in the field.Guest Spotlight🎤 Eric Hernandez & Daisy Hernandez🏢 E&D Premier Roofing – Roofing & Storm Restoration📍 DFW🔗 Learn more about E&D Premier Roofing here:👉 https://edpremierroofing.com

In this episode of The Kimba Co Podcast, Kimba connects live on the floor at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) with Jay Miller, founder of Miller Storm, for a standing, in-the-moment conversation about the roofing and insurance restoration industry.Recorded inside the expo environment, this interview captures real-time insight from an active operator navigating today’s market—covering industry culture, evolving insurance denials, and what contractors are actually facing on the ground.Topics covered in this episode include: • What IRE reveals about where the roofing industry is headed • Why company culture has become a real competitive advantage • The increase in insurance denials and how contractors are responding • Leading with professionalism and clarity in a changing claims landscapeThis episode focuses on solutions, standards, and leadership—not hype or complaint-driven narratives.If you’re a roofing contractor, restoration professional, or industry leader looking for clear, practical perspective, this conversation delivers value you can use.Guest Spotlight🎤 Jay Miller🏢 Miller Storm – Roofing & Storm Restoration📍 DFW🔗 Learn more about Miller Storm here:https://millerstorm.com