Commercial roofing
Roof coatings
Roof coatings — usually silicone or acrylic — are fluid-applied membranes rolled or sprayed over a sound flat or metal roof to seal it and reflect heat. They can extend a roof's life for years at less cost than replacement, but only over a dry, structurally sound roof.
- Typical time
- A few days.
- Repair or replace
- Restore sound roofs; replace wet or failing ones.
Silicone tolerates ponding water well, which suits flat Gulf Coast roofs. Acrylic is cost-effective on sloped metal roofs that drain quickly.
Preparation is most of the job: cleaning, fixing seams and fasteners, removing wet insulation and priming.
Roof Coatings at a glance
- What it is
- Roof coatings — usually silicone or acrylic — are fluid-applied membranes rolled or sprayed over a sound flat or metal roof to seal it and reflect heat.
- Service category
- Commercial Roofing
- Related
- Flat Roof Repair, TPO Roofing, Metal Roofing
Signs you need roof coating help
- Aging but dry flat or metal roof
- Rusting metal roof with sound panels
- High cooling costs
- Wanting to delay replacement
Quick answers
Roof Coatings: the short version
How long roof coatings takes
A few days.
When roof coating can wait, and when it can't
Planned before leaks start.
Fix or replace roof coating?
Restore sound roofs; replace wet or failing ones.
Why roof coating happens
Aging membranes and metal.
The work
What the roofer does
- 1
Moisture survey
Confirm the roof and insulation are dry.
- 2
Prep
Clean, repair seams and fasteners, prime.
- 3
Coat
Apply coating at the specified thickness.
What moves the price of roof coatings
Typically less than replacement; driven by prep and thickness.
- Coating type
- Thickness
- Prep and repairs
- Roof size
Roof Coatings: common questions
How long does a roof coating last?
Commonly around 10–15 years depending on thickness and product; it can often be recoated.
Can you coat a leaking roof?
Leaks and wet areas must be repaired first. Coating over wet insulation traps moisture.
Service area
Roof Coatings across the Golden Triangle
Related
Services often paired with roof coatings
Flat Roof Repair
Flat roof repair finds the leak in a low-slope membrane — usually at seams, drains, parapets or rooftop equipment — and patches or replaces the failed section with compatible material.
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TPO Roofing
TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) is a white single-ply membrane with heat-welded seams.
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Metal Roofing
Metal roofs — standing seam or exposed-fastener panels — resist high wind, shed heavy rain quickly and can last 40 years or more.
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Reading on roof coating
Call about a roof coating
Aging membranes and metal.