Ensuring the health of a roof is essential to the structure it covers, the people and equipment it protects, and the business’s bank account. A roof suffering corrosion, leaks, damage, or even unsightly marks and stains can harm both the business’s reputation as well as the building itself.
Investing in a professionally applied, high-performance roof coating ensures your property stands the test of time. In this article, we’ll introduce you to commercial and industrial roof coatings, our process, and the benefits you’ll be rewarded with in choosing us and the market-leading systems we utilise.
What is commercial roof coating?
Roof coating is a process in which the roof of a building is coated with an even, durable, and waterproof product specifically designed for roofs. This protective layer of coating helps improve the roof’s longevity, prevents leaks and water damage, and increases the overall external appearance of the building. Roofs come in many designs and materials -such as felt flat roofs, profiled metal roofs, and asbestos cement sheet roofs – and a professional roof coating service will use a wide range of liquid roof coating products to best suit the building’s requirements.
Is roof coating the same as roof sealants?
No, a roof coating system isn’t the same as standard roof sealant products. While a professional roof coating will seal the roof against the elements, it does much more than that. This includes improving longevity, enhancing appearance, and acting as a far more cost-efficient and less time-consuming alternative to a full roof replacement.
Does roof coating stop leaks?
Yes, a professional application of a highly effective coating can help prevent or eliminate a leaky roof. This is in part because the products used are water repellent with superior waterproofing qualities, and they act as an effective seal against water and the elements.
Beyond the product itself, the application process stops leaks as it will include the repair or replacement of damaged roof sheets or materials that are letting in water. We always ensure that a roof is fully prepared in optimal condition for its coating, including treating cut edges and sheet laps, as these areas are a prime source of water ingress and cut edge corrosion.
What are the benefits of roof coating?
The benefits of a professional liquid roof coating using high-performance products are extensive, making this service a popular and necessary one for both commercial and industrial buildings.
- Enhances roof durability and lifespan
- Prevents leaks and water damage
- Improves the building’s external aesthetic appeal
- More cost-effective than installing a new roof
- Less disruptive than installing a new roof
- Professional protective coatings come with manufacturer warranty options
How do professionals apply roof coating?
Our team follows a strict and transparent process from survey to completion, ensuring that you’re kept in the loop every step of the way.
- Building survey and quotation – To begin, one of our surveyors will arrange a visit to your premises to complete a thorough survey of the building and roof, and to take precise measurements for an accurate quote. This appointment is also the ideal time to go over any queries you may have regarding access, methods, coating types, and more, so we can be sure the solution and pricing are right for your project.
- Site induction and prep – Where required, a full site induction is carried out to prioritise safety. This ensures everyone involved is informed about high-risk areas, emergency procedures, and site-specific regulations. We organise powered access equipment directly to your location to reach the roof and put up edge protection around the roof’s perimeter.
- Surface cleaning – Next, we deep clean the roof and fixings using high-powered jet washers to remove dirt, pollutants, compromised coatings, rust, corrosion, and other contaminants. We use various comprehensive cleaning options, from high-pressure degreasing to super-heated steaming using the Doff cleaning system, to get your roof cleared and clean.
- Surface repair and replacement – At this stage, we offer the option to repair holes, corrosion, and problem areas, as well as replace old, damaged skylights. These roof windows are typically made of GRP (Glass Reinforced Plastic), which degrades – without replacing them, you may be left with a beautiful new roof coating that is let down by the leaky skylights. Skylights will always be discussed with you at the initial building survey stage.
If necessary, we’ll also replace the foam fillers that fit beneath the ridge piece, which sits on the apex of sloped roofs. When old or damaged, these foam pieces can let in water and cause leaks. We ensure that all roof penetrations are re-waterproofed, resulting in a surface that is in top condition before coating.
- Masking – Before we begin coating, we carefully mask and protect surfaces such as skylights, brickwork, and other roof fixtures to guard against any overspray.
- Coating – We then apply an even layer (or two, depending on the product type) of the selected coating to the roof’s surface using specialist equipment. To minimise disruptions to your operations, we provide a 24/7 service, allowing the work to be scheduled around your business hours.
- Final inspection – Once the coating process is complete, we thoroughly inspect the finished surface to ensure a flawless finish. We then carry out a walkthrough with you to review the work and confirm you’re happy before sign-off.
The different types of roof coatings for buildings
The coating systems used by professionals like ourselves vary to ensure all different roof materials, types, and issues have products that work for them. We’re proud to use a wide range of top-performing products by industry leaders, including Tor Coatings, Gyromax, DriSilane, Alltimes Coating, HD Sharman, Rust-Oleum, and more. Each coating system from these manufacturers serves a unique purpose to ensure the best results possible.
Let’s take a closer look at just two of the products regularly used by our team of roof coating specialists to showcase how different products are used for different situations.
Is roof coating worth it?
If you want to avoid corrosion, leaks, and costly replacements while improving the longevity of your roof and the appearance of your building, then yes, roof coating is absolutely worth it. When done by a team of experts like our specialists here at Cladspray, a professional commercial or industrial roof coating service offers fantastic benefits for both your building and your bottom line.
If you’re interested in discovering what a tailored roof coating service can do for you, get in touch today for a free site visit and survey. We also offer cladding spray and floor coating services for those looking for a complete renovation of their property – simply ask our friendly and knowledgeable team to learn more.
