Roof Coatings Experts

Roof coatings are polymer-based liquid compounds that are either rolled or sprayed directly onto your existing roof. The idea is to extend the life of your existing roof without replacing it. It adds a layer of protection against light, water, and other elements. Roof coating is a great way to prevent cracks, corrosion, and other damage while delaying a roof replacement until you’re ready. At Above & Beyond Exterior Remodelers, we provide leading commercial roof coating services in Eastern MA.

​Flat Roof Coatings

Many businesses, commercial buildings, and Above & Beyond Exterior Remodelers warehouses have flat roofs. They’re particularly useful for creating extra outdoor space, giving you easy access to clean or repair them, and offer wind resistance.

A common myth is the flat roofs are not durable and cannot hold the weight of snow, but this is not true. Building codes require that flat roofs be able to carry enough weight to protect the structural integrity of the building.

However, what you will find is that flat roofs need a higher degree of maintenance. With that in mind, here are some of the best flat roof coating solutions to protect your roof from the elements and natural aging.

How Flat Roof Coating is Applied

Flat roof coating contractors usually brush or spray your roof coating onto the surface. The length of the process depends on which kind of coating you choose and the size of your roof.

First, they’ll clean your roof, identifying any areas that need to be repaired. 

Next, they’ll fix any holes, tears, or open seams so that the coating will be as effective as possible. Then they’ll start in one corner and either spray or brush the coating on in small sections.

The weather conditions have to be just right as well. Applying a roof coating when the roof is too hot or too cold can affect its adhesive qualities. Sometimes a flat roof coating service will only work early in the morning if the peak temperatures that day are not favorable.

It can take up to 24 hours for the coating to dry and your flat roof coating company may recommend you stay off it for even longer depending on how much time it needs to set.

Rubber Roof Coating

There are two types of rubber roof coating: rubber sheet coating and liquid rubber coating. Most rubber roof coating will fall into one of these two categories. If you need a coating outside of these two types, a professional rubber roof coating service would be able to help you determine what best suits your building.

Rubber Sheet Coating

Rubber sheet coating is sold in sheets and requires an adhesive for installation. The adhesive can be expensive, and it’s best to have professional rubber roof coating contractors carry out the work. It requires some training and expertise in applying the adhesive and laying the sheets.

The tricky installation process makes rubber sheet coating slightly more expensive to install, but there are a variety of shapes, styles, and patterns, so you can choose what you like from a variety of options or customize your own.

Rubber sheet coating is perfect for commercial installations because when you order the material in bulk, you have more options. The interlocking sheets provide better protection over large areas and can provide moisture seepage prevention.

Liquid Rubber Coating

Liquid rubber coatings are very easy to apply and are less expensive than other rubber coatings. They brush on like paint and will immediately bind to your existing roof. Your budget can determine how many coats you use, but you can apply as many layers of liquid rubber as you like to suit your needs.

Liquid rubber coatings come in many colors, so you get to choose which you like the best. A rubber roof coating company can help you decide which color would best suit your needs as far as sun reflection and insulation if those are your main concerns.

Other Types of Roof Coatings That Can Be Applied

There are a variety of commercial roof coating solutions, but what you choose will depend on your current roof material. Some roof types require multiple layers of coating while others can be applied directly to the surface of your roof. It is important to discuss these beforehand with your roofing contractor.

ASPHALT

Asphalt-based roof coatings use a solvent to make them thinner and easier to apply to a roof without heavy equipment. It can be brushed or sprayed on, and it works best on metal roofs, built-up roofs, and membrane roofs.

ACRYLIC

Acrylic or elastomeric coatings are highly reflective and help prevent rust. It’s strong but flexible, making these acrylic coatings ideal for metal roofing because they will expand and contract with the metal. These coatings are easy to apply via a spray nozzle, making the process quicker and less labor-intensive. It’s also cost-effective, suitable for most climates, and provides the best value.

RUBBERIZED ALUMINUM

A rubber aluminum coating reflects heat and is incredibly resilient to impact. It doesn’t damage easily and can be used on built-up roofs, single ply roofs, spray polyurethane foam, and modified bitumen roofs.

POLYUREAS

Polyureas take many forms. These roof coatings provide abrasion resistance, corrosion protection, structural enhancement, chemical resistance, and waterproofing features. Polyureas are common on metal roofs, built-up roofs, single ply roofs, foam, and modified bitumen roofs.

URETHANES

A urethane roof coating is ideal for high traffic areas because it’s flexible, seamless, and durable. It can expand and contract with your roof structure. Moreover, urethanes resist water pooling, and they are more impact-resistant than many other types of coatings.

POLYURETHANES

Where urethanes are flexible, polyurethanes are stiff and rigid. Polyurethane roof coatings are impact-resistant and can handle a good amount of traffic. They are available in two variations – aromatic or aliphatic polyurethane, each with their respective merits.

SILICONE

Silicone roof coatings protect against leaking and are ultra-sustainable. They’re easy to apply, and because they’re not water-based, they are highly water resistant by nature. A silicone roof coating can withstand ponding water and easily last 10-15 years. However, silicone is not the best choice for heavy traffic because it can be very slippery when wet.

GRANULES

Granules can be added to many roof coating systems to increase the coating’s resistance to impact and abrasion. It can also improve its safety by creating a non-slip surface. It’s ideal for commercial buildings that have a high amount of roof activity and can be used on asphalt shingles, modified bitumen roofs, and single-ply roofs.

Ready to enhance your existing roof?

Above & Beyond Exterior Remodelers is Eastern Massachusetts’ top choice for affordable, reliable commercial roofing services, with roof coatings being one of our expertise. Our roofing experts have years of experience installing, repairing and maintaining commercial and flat roofs. Speak to us today for your commercial roof coating needs. Check this page for rubber roof coating and flat roof coating.

When you call Above & Beyond Exterior Remodelers, we’ll come out and give you a free cost estimate and analysis. Contact us today to get started at (908) 588-9575!