It’s well known that roof replacements are effective yet quite expensive. While a roof replacement may cause a big dent in your wallet, a roof coating or recoating is an alternative solution that can help prolong the life of your roof for many years. Roof coatings often consist of a single-ply membrane sprayed over the existing roof system. It can coat pipes and seams with a waterproof barrier. If you want to know more about roof coatings, chat with the roofing experts at Good Roofing Company by calling (816) 207-3993. We’re servicing roofs in Lone Jack, Missouri, and other parts of the state as well.
commercial roof coating types
There are two kinds of coating material commonly used: silicone and acrylic. There are several other options, but they are not commonly used. What’s the difference between the two? Well, we’re glad you asked!
Silicone
Silicone-based roof coatings are very reflective and offer good resistance to UV rays. Additionally, you can stay worry-free about it eroding. They are more cost-effective than acrylic. A regular maintenance schedule is recommended to maintain the coating’s effectiveness.
Acrylic
Acrylic is a water-based roof coating material that is highly reflective and quite resistant to UV rays. They are also well suited for a variety of climates and weather conditions. However, this option is a bit more expensive than silicone and may take a week to fully cure after applying the coat.
Preparing and Applying the Roof Coating
Preparing for a roof coating is not as difficult as one might imagine. Since it does not require any mechanical work, we start by simply removing all debris and movable parts from the roof before completing a full inspection of your roof. If necessary, we’ll make repairs to the base. After ensuring the surface of your roof is thoroughly cleaned, we apply the coating.
The spraying usually takes a few hours to complete. The time it takes to cure will depend on the coating material you use. The benefits of getting a roof coating far outweigh the costs associated with it. Also, if you compare the cost of coating or re-coating a commercial roof to replacing it completely, you’d be surprised at how much money you’d save.
Maintaining Your Commercial Roof
Looking after your commercial roof after it is coated is very simple. The details of the long-term care of your newly coated roof will vary based on the type of coating you choose. However, there are some general tips that should be followed no matter the material: keep the roof clean; make timely repairs when needed; and respray as needed. This will allow you to potentially hold off on the full roof replacement or retrofit.
Why Choose Us?
At Good Roofing Company, we promise 100% customer satisfaction and a smooth experience for all of the services we provide. If you are interested in getting your roof in Lone Jack, Missouri a roof coating, contact us at (816) 207-3993 to get your free estimate today!
