What is Roof Coating used for?
A metal roof by itself is already a strong part of your business, capable of taking heavy storms, impacts, and last you for several decades. When first applied to your structure, metal roofs already have some form of a coating that further protects the surface from multiple elements that the environment dishes out like the rays from the sun and the acidic part of the rain. At some point in it’s working lifespan however, your metal roof will need to have a reapplication of an industrial roof coating. These coatings are used for:
- Help maintain the appearance and condition of the roof
- Helps create a more waterproofed surface
- Assists in reflecting sunlight
- Repels many types of chemicals
- Can prevent rusting and slow the spread
As seen, a coating on a metal roof can do a lot for the business owner and the roof itself. When reapplied every ten to twenty years depending on the coating material, a metal roof will fulfill the longest lifespan it is capable of. With metal roofs known to last for decades, you could see yours easily reach forty years when a relatively moderate amount of care is applied. Industrial roof coatings are used by most companies to lengthen the working lifespan of their roof while also protecting the investment of the installation and any services that may be applied. The reason being is that a fresh coating is proven to prevent much of the damage a roof would experience without a coat. When you need your metal roof coated, why not consider us and call 618-207-2057 today.
Does roof coating stop leaks?
While you may want to make sure with your roofer, the average industrial roof coating will easily prevent leaks where small openings and holes are present. With the understanding that larger openings need to be repaired or patched up if there is a threat of damage when water gets in, a coating is easily beneficial to leaks in the final step of the installation process and when a regular application is applied.
In the case of a tin roof, a roof coating is capable of giving the surface of the roof an advantage and making it waterproof. With tin roofing and metal roofs in general, the industrial roof coating process is one that is meant to cover the primary space on the roof. That would mean the roof coater has a keen eye for any possible openings including:
- Openings or cracks
- Raised nails or failed adhesive
- Seams and places that would be caulked or filled
- Vents and doorways
- Flashing
These are the most common points of leaking and would be inspected in case they need to be fixed before the coating process. At the point of installation, a roofer will do a good job of proofing these, over time the roof can warp and create spaces that often need attention. An industrial roof coating can assist in solving that problem.
How do I prepare my roof for coating?
When a roofer comes to apply an industrial roof coating, he or she takes several steps before application. The reason this is important is that several factors can disturb the final product that will be coated on your roof. With a five gallon pail covering a two hundred and fifty square foot space twice, the process is arduous and needs special attention at all times. So before it is undertaken, the roofer would look for and take note of:
- The overall space of the roof
- Debris
- Heavy moisture
- More than a small amount of dust or dirt
- Larger holes or marking that would make the coat ineffective
While the average industrial roofing coat can expand and match the space of most roofs, the roofer tends to move to cover the entire space accurately to take any unneeded strain off the final coating. When the conditions are right, no rain and relatively warm, the coat is then applied. Before that, the roof would have had repairs and been to some degree thoroughly cleaned. When done, the effectiveness of the roof coating will be clear and will both affect it on the exterior as well as the interior.
Should I seal my roof?
An industrial roof coating has been proven to both enhance the metal industrial roof it is applied while also being the cause for fewer damages and reasons for repair. As mentioned, the coating will lengthen the working lifespan and last for a decade or longer depending on the material applied. When applied to an old roof, the same effect still applies in that the roof will remain in far better condition with a coating than without one. The reasons thereby are simple in that an industrial roof coating will save a person a solid amount of money each year on repair costs and get a better investment out of their own roof. When used along with a roof being sealed, you will see the best result in your roof that is very well possible. So why not trust us to get the process done and call 618-207-2057 today to set up your appointment.