installing silicone roof coating system

Spray on Roof Coatings: What Is It and Are You Eligible?

Rufus WestRoof Maintenance, Silicone Roof Coatings

Summary: Roof coatings are similar to a very thick paint that’s engineered to restore an existing roof. Most building owners choose this option because it minimizes tear-off, creates a seamless membrane, lowers energy costs, and provides a new 10-20-year warranty.  You’ve probably heard or read about commercial roof coatings and how they can save you money and energy costs while …

Cost of Silicone Restoration Membrane for a Commercial Roof

What’s the Cost of a Silicone Roof Coating System?

Rufus WestCost/Pricing, Silicone Roof Coatings

A silicone roof coating system usually costs $3 – $7 per square foot. Many factors influence price, such as: We’ll dive into these points (and others) below. And just so you’re aware, West Roofing Systems has been in commercial roofing since 1979. We quote roof coating projects daily, so all of this info is from real roofing projects. NOTE: This …

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The Pros and Cons of Silicone Roof Coatings

Rufus WestPros/Cons, Silicone Roof Coatings

The nine “pros” are: The six “cons” are: And just so you aware, West Roofing Systems has been installing silicone roof coating systems since they became a “thing” around the year 2008. Pros of Silicone Roof Coating Systems   Cost Savings The #1 benefit of a silicone roof coating system is the cost savings versus completely tearing off and installing …

Silicone Restoration Membrane for Commercial Roofs

Silicone Restoration Membrane: Installation and Performance

Rufus WestSilicone Roof Coatings

What if I told you there was another option to paying for a full roof replacement? A Silicone Restoration Membrane (SRM) can save you time and money when facing a commercial roof project. At West Roofing Systems, we’ve been restoring commercial roof systems to working order while saving facility owners and managers thousands of dollars in repairs and roof replacements. …

3 Common Problems & Solutions of Single-Ply Membrane Roofing

3 Common Problems & Solutions of Single-Ply Membrane Roofing

Rufus WestProblems, TPO

Single-ply membrane roofing is one of the most popular for commercial roofing on the commercial market, the benefits of installing a single-ply membrane roofing system, rather than another roof type, are numerous regarding installation, performance, cost, and longevity. Single-Ply Membrane Roofing Systems are: Read More: Pros and Cons of Single-Ply Membrane Commercial Roofing West Roofing Systems has installed all types …

Commercial Roof Surveys and Inspections

Do I Need a Commercial Roof Inspection or Survey?

Rufus WestCommercial Roof Inspection

While the terms ‘Commercial Roof Survey’ and ‘Commercial Roof Inspection’ tend to be interchangeable, there is a slight difference the two types of commercial roof assessments. Companies call West Roofing Systems every day to have their roof inspected, it’s our job to help our customers decide if they really do need a roof inspection or if what they need is …

Cost of Single-Ply Membrane Commercial Roofing

Cost of Single-Ply Membrane Commercial Roofing

Rufus WestCost/Pricing, EPDM, TPO

 Quick answer: For an average 20,000 sq. foot commercial roof, it will usually cost between $6 and $12 per square foot in materials and labor to install a typical single-ply membrane commercial roofing system. NOTE: As of April 2023, the pricing from manufacturers has greatly increased. Last year it was roughly $3.50 – $7.50 per square foot. Manufacturer prices are …

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Single-Ply Membrane vs Spray Polyurethane Foam: Which is Best for Commercial Flat Roofs?

Rufus WestComparisons, EPDM, Spray Polyurethane Foam Roofing, TPO

 When we meet with future clients, they usually compare several types of roofing systems. We’re always asked: Which is better? Which is more affordable? Which is best for long-lasting protection? The Basics Single-Ply Membrane Roofing Single-Ply Membranes are sheets of rubber and other synthetics that can be chemically adhered to insulation or ballasted creating a layer of protection on your …