Commercial Roofing Options in Cleveland, Ohio - install a coating system

Commercial Roofing Options in Cleveland, Ohio

Greg PalyaCommercial Roofing

Quick Answer: In Cleveland’s climate, the best commercial roof options are silicone coatings (for roofs in decent shape), spray foam (for built-up or gravel roofs), or full replacement (for roofs with severe moisture or structural damage). If you manage or own a commercial building in Northeast Ohio, you know your roof takes a beating. Between lake-effect snow, freeze-thaw cycles, and …

Finished hybrid (spray foam and coating) roof at Valtronics

Valtronics – Hybrid Spray Foam + Coating System over Mod-Bit Roof

Greg PalyaProject Profiles

Introduction Valtronics Technology in Solon, Ohio was nearing roof failure. In 2023, West Roofing Systems implemented a hybrid roof restoration system, combining spray foam and high-performance silicone coatings over an existing smooth mod-bit membrane. The project covered 61,175 sq ft and was completed in just 11 days. Project Challenges Our Solution Foam & Coating System (Hybrid Approach) Warranty & Protection …

installing silicone roof coating system

Think Twice Before Choosing Acrylic Over Silicone Coatings

Greg PalyaComparisons, Silicone Roof Coatings

Are you weighing restoration options for your commercial roof — and trying to decide between silicone and acrylic coatings? Are you leaning toward acrylic because of its lower upfront cost, but wondering what that decision might cost down the road? At West Roofing Systems, we’ve helped hundreds of building owners navigate this exact decision — and avoid costly mistakes. In …

commercial roof coating system being installed

Everything You Need to Know About Commercial Roofing

Greg PalyaCommercial Roofing

When it comes to commercial roofing, making the right decision can save building and property owners thousands of dollars and countless headaches. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you navigate the world of commercial roofing, from understanding different roofing systems and their costs to identifying common problems and exploring innovative solutions like roof coating systems. Here’s what’s covered in this …

silicone roof coating system on a school in Lagrange Ohio

What Are the Requirements Needed to Install a Roof Coating System?

Greg PalyaSilicone Roof Coatings

The three requirements needed to install a roof coating system and get a manufacturer’s warranty are: We’ll explain each of these points in more detail below. And just so you’re aware, West Roofing Systems has been installing roof coating systems since they’ve been a standalone roofing system (around 2008). We specialize in spray foam roofing systems, which always use an …

tiny pinholes on a rubber roof

Cannot Locate Leak on Commercial Roof: What to Do?

Greg PalyaRoof Maintenance

Summary: You want to seal the entire roof with a fluid-applied roofing system, such as a roof coating system or spray polyurethane foam. Perhaps you have a commercial roof leak and you have no idea where it’s coming from. You’ve done patch after patch and repair after repair. Water is still coming in from somewhere. Now what do you do? …

Valtronics - hybrid system of foam and coatings

How to Get an Existing Commercial Roof Under New Warranty?

Greg PalyaCommercial Roofing

Short answer: Install a roof coating system. Doing so can get you a brand new, renewable, 10-20-year warranty. So, you manage a commercial roof and notice that your warranty is about to expire. Now, what do you do? You can call the contractor that installed it and see what they say? Hopefully they are still around. And hopefully they offer …