Maintenance and repairs on roofing can be expensive and time-consuming. Many commercial building owners struggle with deciding on roof replacement or installing a roof coating when the surface is damaged or in need of repair. While both options waterproof the roof and increase curb appeal, a roof coating is often a smarter investment. Consider the following benefits of opting for roof coating instead of installing a new roof. 

What Are the Benefits of Roof Coating?

1. No Tear-Off Costs

Roof replacement requires expensive demolition to remove the old roof and may involve shutting down the business because of the noise level and safety concerns associated with the process. With roof coatings, you don’t have to worry about the expense of losing business hours or the time-drain of demolition. Silicone resin coating is installed directly onto acrylic coatings, built-up asphalt roofs, metal roofs, worn PVC, granulated modified bitumen roofs, EPDM, and new polyurethane foam. The material adds moisture protection and covers up imperfections, like cracks, that could cause further water damage. It resists ponding when water builds up on flat roofs, a problem that many building owners face that can lead to interior damage.

2. Fast Turnaround Time 

Contractors apply roof coatings with brushes, airless sprayers, and rollers. Skilled technicians can finish and recoat the silicone in several hours, depending on the square footage of the building. Because this is a quiet installation process, you can schedule it during business hours, preventing loud banging and other construction sounds from disrupting your workday.

3. Warranties

Applying roof coatings on various roofing materials often comes with a 20-year warranty. Ask a technician about whether your building qualifies for these guarantees. However, because of the strength and durability of roof coatings, many building owners never have to use them. Since silicone coatings are watertight and breathable, they don’t stretch due to temperature changes or inclement weather and are unlikely to crack or break. 

4. Improving Energy Efficiency

Many businesses select a light-colored roof coating instead of roof replacement to promote energy efficiency. Installing a tan, white, or light gray silicon coating may better reflect light away from the building than the current roofing material. With the new and lighter coating, the building will heat up less in the summer, reducing AC bills, while staying warm in the winter as it retains interior heat better.

Commercial building owners interested in getting an estimate on a roof replacement or coating should contact ST Evans, Inc. in St. Louis, MO. The Fenton-based company has been in business since 1994 and offers residential and commercial contractor services. Call these reliable professionals at (314) 267-4064 today or visit the website to learn more about their experienced, LP® SmartSide®-certified team.