The Benefits of Commercial Roof Coatings: Why Coatings are Worth the Investment
Commercial roof coatings are available to business owners who want to add an additional layer of protection to their roof to shield against the elements, UV rays, and general wear and tear. Commercial roof coatings are made of a variety of materials including acrylic, silicone, polyurethane, or elastomeric materials. Here are the main reasons why it is worth investing in a commercial roof coating system:
Cost Saving Benefits
Commercial roof coatings are reflective, bouncing sunlight and heat away from your building. In the hot Georgia summers, this reflectivity can help make your building more energy efficient and reduce your heating and cooling costs.
Roof coatings extend the life of your roof by 20 - 30 years! And when the time comes for a new roof, you can add another layer of coating for a fraction of what it would cost to replace your roof.
Commercial coatings will also help you save on routine maintenance costs. If a problem arises, like a leak, your roofing company can locate where the problem originates and add more coating.
Protection From the Elements
One key benefit of commercial roof coatings is the additional waterproofing layer. Commercial roof coatings are applied with a roller or sprayed directly on the surface of your roof. As a result, the coating has no seams or weak spots that would be vulnerable to leaks. The coating will also fill in any small cracks, gaps or weaknesses in your roofing system that would cause leaks (if your roof already has a substantial leak, you must repair it before adding a roof coating). By protecting against leaks, your roof coating will also help protect against mold and mildew.
Most coatings protect from harmful UV rays, which speed up roof deterioration. By reflecting the sun’s rays off your roof, coatings help regulate the temperature of your roof and prevent damage caused by temperature fluctuations.
Environmental Benefits
Commercial roof coatings also benefit our environment. By lowering the roof temperature, the building owner will use less energy to regulate the building’s temperature, reducing their carbon footprint.
By extending the lifespan of your roof, you can avoid premature roof replacements that would lead to more construction waste in landfills. This may not seem like a big deal, but roofing projects make up 40% of construction waste in landfills.
Improved Aesthetics
In addition to protecting your business’s roofing system, a professionally applied commercial roof coating provides a seamless appearance that will boost your curb appeal. You can customize your roof’s appearance by selecting the color that best suits your building. Any imperfections in your roof, such as discoloration or dents, will be covered by the roof coating, giving your business a professional look.
Depending on the type of roof, climate, size and location of your commercial building, there are several options of commercial roof coatings to choose from. Our team will be happy to discuss the benefits of coatings in more depth and go over which coating would be best for you. Give our team at Elite Roofing a Restoration a call today and invest in the protection of your business: (678) 781-1998.
Elite Roofing and Restoration is your source for quality roof repair and replacement.
In addition to roof replacements and repairs, both commercial and residential, we offer a considerable list of additional home repair services to assist you with any general construction needs you may have.
Contact us today to schedule your no-hassle, complimentary roof inspection today.
