Silicone Roofing

What Is a Silicone Roof Coating?

Silicone roof coatings are essentially silicone metal—the flexible substance consists of hardeners and aluminum alloys. When applied to the surface, it dries and becomes rock solid. This roofing material is one of earth's natural and most plentiful elements.?

Is Your Roof Eligible for a Silicone Coating?

When roof damage is too extensive for simple repairs but not bad enough for a replacement, it could leave you confused and feeling overwhelmed. In this case, professional contractors will likely recommend a silicone coating.

Before the application process, your structure must pass an infrared inspection to ensure there's no moisture trapped beneath the membrane. If water is found under the surface, professionals fix that issue first. Then, they power wash the surface to eliminate lingering dirt and contaminants. After applying a primer to the clean surface, the silicone coating is next.??

What Are the Advantages of Silicone Roof Coatings?

Silicone roof coatings are the perfect solution to badly weathered structures. The mixture fills cracks and crevices easily, saving you thousands of dollars on reroofing or replacement. Silicone fortifies all kinds of flat roofing materials including modified bitumen, EPDM, and TPO. A silicone coating offers many benefits, like:

Cost-Effectiveness

Roof tear-offs and new installation are expensive. A silicone coating is a more feasible alternative. A flat roof replacement costs nearly $10,000, whereas roof restoration starts at $4.50 per square foot. Save money on a replacement if you have a dry and stable roof and pay a lower cost for silicone—a solution that's just as effective.??

Weather Resistance

Silicone forms a seamless, monolithic layer that keeps water, pests, and debris out of your building. Because of its impermeable surface, leakage is no longer an issue. Also, since water is sealed out, it prevents mold and mildew.

Reflectivity

Silicone coatings offer the highest UV protection, reflecting up to 90% of the sun's harmful rays. Its highly reflective properties prevent deterioration because silicone doesn't absorb sun rays; it returns them to the atmosphere, keeping indoor climates more comfortable during the summer months. You benefit from lower utility bills since you're not overworking the air conditioner to keep the building cool.?

Durability

Since silicone coatings aren’t susceptible to excessive rain or heat damage, they last much longer than traditional roofing systems. You won't have to pay for frequent repairs, and you’ll extend the life of your existing roof. Roof repairs and replacement are years down the road.?

ROOFCORP?

ROOFCORP is your dedicated technician specializing in new installation, replacement, roof coatings, and restoration. We take pride in our workmanship and our extensive experience. With us, you're never alone in your roofing journey. We're here to provide clear and straightforward answers to your questions and solutions to your roofing worries. Give us a call today to discuss your interests in silicone coatings or any of our other commercial capabilities.