You’ve got questions about Silicone Roof Coatings, such as: We have all the answers for you! In this guide, we answer all of the most common questions building owners have about silicone roof coatings. The goal is simple. To give you all the answers you need to make the best decision about your roof. Let’s begin! Would you like us …
How Is an Elastomeric Roof Coating System Maintained?
If you’re interested in learning more about an elastomeric roof coating system, one thing that needs to be considered is how your new roof will be maintained. Are you going to maintain it? Is a roofing contractor going to maintain it? How much does maintenance cost? At West Roofing Systems, we hear these questions all the time since we’ve …
What is an Elastomeric Coating?
Elastomeric coatings are used in commercial roofing as a paint-like liquid that gets applied on top of an existing roofing system to form a membrane. They also make the roof: Usually, an elastomeric roof coating comes in white to reduce roof temperature. In some territories, such as colder climates in Ohio, a grey color can be used to absorb heat …
4 Ways Elastomeric Roof Coatings Save You Money
Do you have a commercial roof with a warranty that’s about to expire? Or do you have a commercial roof that’s in good standing order (meaning less than 25% saturated) and you’re considering a complete roof replacement? Hold up! If you’re unaware, there’s an alternative to a complete roof replacement. It’s called an elastomeric roof coating, and today we’ll …
Can I Restore My Roofing System with Silicone Coating?
Some roofs can be restored using silicone coating. Today we’ll talk about each roofing type and why (or why not) silicone coating can restore them.
How Long Do Elastomeric Roof Coatings Last?
Interested in installing a silicone roof coating over your existing roof? In this article, we explain how long silicone roof coatings can last for.
Roofing: Silicone Restoration Membrane vs Spray Polyurethane Foam?
You may not be aware of the two newest roofing solutions available to commercial buildings: Silicone Restoration Membranes and Spray Polyurethane Foam roofs. Which roofing option is better for your building? The best answer will always come after a roof assessment. But other factors matter too, such as: Which roofing option provides a better opportunity for energy savings? Which …
How Does an SRM Roofing Solution Restore a Rubber Roof?
Everyone loves a roof that works how it’s supposed to, keeps the heat/cool weather in and keeps leaks/water out. But one of the most forgotten parts of every building is the roof. It’s up high, it’s usually hard to get to and it’s just something we hope works forever and ever and we never have to worry about it. But …
6 Problems Roof Coating Systems Have
Roof coating systems are becoming increasingly popular, and it’s not hard to see why. They’re more cost-effective than a complete roofing tear-off, provide a 10-20-year warranty, and are environmentally friendly. But along with those advantages, they also come with their own set of disadvantages. Restoring, repairing, or replacing your roof is an ultra-important decision that needs to be made, so …
Roofing: Silicone Restoration Membrane vs Complete Tear Off
There’s a newer phenomenon when it comes to roofing solutions. Can I install an SRM (Silicone Restoration Membrane) instead of doing a complete tear off? When you look at price, one would hope so. An SRM costs around $2-4 per sq. ft., whereas a complete tear off can cost around $6-8 per sq. ft. But we know there’s more …