Summary: To extend the roof life of an existing metal roof, you can install a roof coating system. A roof coating system involves minor repairs, seam reinforcement, and the application of a thick, elastomeric coating that’s engineered specifically for metal roofs. If you install the system correctly, you can get a new 10-20-year warranty. So, you got an older metal …
How To Save Money and Extend the Life of Your Commercial EPDM Roof?
Summary: You can make minor repairs (if needed) and install spray polyurethane foam over your existing EPDM roof. Or, if your roof is in good enough condition, you can install a roof coating system over what you already have. Either way will minimize tear-off (huge cost savings versus ripping everything off) and it will get you a new 10-20-year warranty. …
How To Fix a TPO Roof That’s Too Reflective?
Summary: If your TPO roof is too reflective, you can add a grey-colored roof coating system over top. Doing so will not only eliminate reflectivity, but it’ll give you a sustainable and seamless roofing membrane that’s made for long-term cost benefits. Let’s say that you own a large hotel that’s 15 stories up. Let’s also say that you have multiple …
What Is the Process, Warranty, and Cost of Silicone Roof Coating Systems?
Summary: The process is to determine eligibility and if a roof coating system is the right solution for the building owner’s problem. Silicone roof coating systems can be sprayed or rolled onto an existing roof. Warranties are usually granted for 10-20 years. There are many variables with cost, but it’s usually $4-$8 per sq. ft. So, you’ve heard about silicone …
Should I Choose Spray Foam Roofing or Silicone Roof Coatings?
Perhaps you’ve heard of spray polyurethane foam roofing, or a silicone roof coating system, and you wonder “Which one is the best for my leaking roof?” There are many factors to decide, such as: How much the roof system will cost? If your existing roof is in decent shape or not? Where is the location of your roof? Is aesthetics …
What to Do If Commercial Roof Leaks Are Difficult to Track and Locate?
Quick answer: You might want to look at seamless roofing systems such as spray polyurethane foam or roof coating systems. These roof systems are fluid-applied and will cover any microscopic water entry points on your roof. So, you have a large commercial roof that’s leaking. You see where the leak is coming through the building or leaving brown spots on …
Silicone Roof Systems and Existing Metal Roofs (Costs, Durability, and Installation)
Are you the owner or manager of a commercial building with a metal roof? Perhaps it’s leaking and/or very old and you’re wondering what cost-effective repair or restoration options you have? If that’s true, you’ve come to the right place! The short story is…silicone roofing systems can be installed over your existing metal roof. They eliminate the complete tear-off, make …
4 Repair Options for a Leaking Metal Roof
I got a phone call yesterday, “Greg, our metal roof is old and leaking, and we’re thinking of ways to repair it. Cost is our #1 concern” If this sounds like you, you’re in the right place! In short, you have four options: If that’s all the info you were after…great! If you want a more detailed answer, please continue …
What Is a Monolithic Roof System?
So, perhaps you’ve heard the term “Monolithic” or “Seamless” roofing systems? You may be thinking, “Who cares if it’s monolithic, as long as the roof doesn’t leak, that’s all that matters.” You’re right! We all want a roof that does exactly what it’s supposed to do…not leak. In this article, you’ll learn: What is a monolithic roof system? (and …
What Is Commercial Roof Recovery and Is It a Cost-Effective Solution?
So, you’ve heard the term “roof recovery” and how it’s a cost-effective alternative to a complete roof replacement. The short answer is…you’re right! Why would you throw away 80-90% of an existing roof if it’s in good condition? But sometimes, there are scenarios where roof recovery isn’t a good option. For example, when more than 50% of your commercial …