ROOF COATINGS
Roof Coatings Services
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Roof coatings offer tangible protection and savings from the top down
The roof on your commercial facility can be an incredible asset, or a major liability. And replacing it? That’s a line item that most facility managers put off facing for as long as possible.
That’s why we think the benefits of a commercial roof coating just don’t get enough air time.
We can install a fluid-applied membrane over your existing roof that seals the surface, reflects heat, and adds years to its service life, all for a fraction of what replacement costs. It's planned maintenance that pays for itself, not an emergency repair you're forced into later.
The case for coating before you replace
Most commercial roofs don't fail all at once. The structure stays sound for a long time. What wears out is the surface, the membrane or finish taking the daily beating from sun, rain, and temperature swings. Replace the whole roof and you're paying to tear off and dispose of a structure that was still doing its job.
The right coating offers a critical first line of protection, plus preserves the structure underneath at the same time.
What are the benefits of a commercial roof coating?
A coated roof earns its keep in more than one way:
Extends the roof's life. A coating adds years of service to a structurally sound roof, pushing a major capital expense further down the road.
Reflects heat, cuts cooling costs. A light, reflective surface sends solar energy back up instead of into your building, easing the load on your HVAC and showing up on the monthly bill.
Prevents leaks before they start. A continuous membrane seals the small gaps and worn spots that become tomorrow's leaks, so you're getting ahead of the problem instead of reacting to it.
Keeps your operation running. Coating goes on over the existing roof, so there's none of the tear-off, disposal, and extended shutdown a replacement requires.
Barely needs maintenance. Past an occasional rinse to clear debris, a coated roof mostly takes care of itself.
Comes warrantied. Our basic systems carry a 10-year material and labor warranty, and depending on the system, that runs 15 to 20.
Helping you choose the right system
There are a lot of roof coatings out there, and the right one depends on your roof and specific needs. We do our homework, partner with multiple manufacturers, and match the system to your building. Our goal is to sell you a roof that's just the right fit, not sell you the roof that's the best sale.
The two systems we install most often:
- Silicone holds up especially well against ponding water and constant moisture, which makes it a strong choice for flat roofs that don't drain quickly.
- Acrylic is a versatile, cost-effective option that shines on sloped and metal roofs with good drainage.
Both keep a building dry for years. Which one fits yours comes down to your roof's slope, substrate, and how water moves across it, which is what a roof survey is for.
Why facility managers trust us with their roofs
35+ years, mostly repeat clients
When you fix or prevent a leaky roof, people tend to remember. That’s why most of our work comes from buildings we've already worked on and clients who already trust us.
Full material and labor warranty
Backed in writing, by us and by the manufacturers we partner with.
We document the whole job
You get detailed photos of every step, so you can see exactly what you paid for, even on the parts of the roof you'll never climb up to inspect.
We tell you when a coating isn't the answer
If your roof is too far gone to coat, you'll hear it from us first.
The types of roof we can coat
Roof coatings are versatile, and they work on most commercial substrates:
- Metal
- EPDM, TPO, and PVC single-ply
- Asphalt
- Modified bitumen
The main exception is gravel built-up or tar-and-gravel roofs, which aren't candidates for a standard coating. Even then, there's often a path: a layer of spray polyurethane foam first, then a coating system over it. If you're not sure what you've got up there, that's what the survey sorts out.
We coat commercial and industrial roofs across western North Carolina, from Charlotte and Hickory up to Boone and Asheville.
Project example
View a recent roof coating project
Project: Artistic Frame Production Facility
Location: Kannapolis, NC
Client Type: Manufacturing Facility
Project Summary: Custom Coatings restored approximately 40,000 square feet of commercial roofing by installing a GAF high-solids silicone roof coating system over standing seam metal and TPO roof sections. The project included comprehensive cleaning, SSPC-compliant surface preparation, rust treatment, waterproofing of seams, fasteners, and roof penetrations, followed by the application of premium GAF silicone coatings. The completed system created a seamless, waterproof membrane backed by a 15-year GAF Diamond Pledge material and labor warranty, extending the roof's service life while eliminating the need for a costly replacement.
FAQ's
Are you just painting my roof?
No. We install a fluid-applied membrane, which is a different product and a different process than paint. Paint adds color. A membrane creates a continuous waterproof layer that bonds to the roof and flexes with it through heat and cold.
What does a roof coating cost?
For a metal roof, it typically runs $1.85 to $3.75 per square foot, depending on the system, the condition of the roof, how much repair it needs first, and the design of the roof itself.
What kinds of roofs can you coat?
Most of them. Metal, EPDM, TPO, PVC, asphalt, and modified bitumen are all good candidates. Gravel built-up and tar-and-gravel roofs are the usual exception, though those can sometimes be coated after a layer of spray foam goes down first. The only way to know for certain is a survey.
How long will a roof coating last?
We only install systems from manufacturers that stand behind their products, so the basic ones come with a 10-year material and labor warranty, and some run 15 to 20. Worth knowing: manufacturers tend to set warranties conservatively, the same way a carmaker knows the car will outlast its warranty. A well-installed coating often has life left well past the date on paper.
