All roofs will eventually be damaged, some through wear, others from debris, weather, poor installation or simply from aging.
If you think that what your Nashville, TN roof needs is a full tear-off and replacement to fix it, that might be a mistake. A commercial roof restoration might be just the thing for the job.
A roof restoration is an application of liquid-laid materials that are rolled or sprayed directly onto your existing roofing system. It is applied to the whole roof, including flashings, penetrations like HVAC systems, and parapet walls.
It keeps seeping into these minuscule gaps, through tiny little cracks and imperfections, sealing them tight. As it dries, it forms a single, monolithic layer of seamless waterproof protection.
Benefits of a Restoration
Commercial roof restoration offers numerous benefits. Here are just a few to consider.
- Seamless. As noted, the lack of seams virtually eliminates the risk of leak development.
- Durable. Fluid-applied restoration systems are resistant to damage from UV radiation and the elements.
- Longevity. Done well and maintained, a restoration can add a decade or more to your present roof system.
- Renewable. Restorations can be reapplied at any time from then on – as needed – as long as the underlying roofing structure remains sound. The roof is renewed, and the guarantee is renewed!
- Cost Effective. Significantly less expensive than the old tear-off and replace option.
- Energy Saving. Restoration can include systems that reflect up to 85 per cent of solar heat off the roof, reducing your air-conditioning costs and HVAC loads.
- Environmentally Friendly. The elimination of waste material in our landfill, reduced energy demand and decreased hot house gas emissions are all advantages of roof restoration systems.
- Timely Application. No down time for your business is needed.
Not every roof qualifies for a commercial roof restoration. Call the experts at Glick Roofing Systems and ask for a consultation with one of our local Nashville, TN roofing experts to see if yours qualifies.
Restoration Options
There are many restoration options in the industry. At Glick Roofing Systems, we believe the fluid-applied options are simply the best. We specialize in both coating and spray foam restoration options.
Coatings
The term ‘coatings’ covers a wide range of choices, with urethane and acrylic coatings being the most common. The urethane coating is tough and durable, and the acrylic coating is highly reflective and holds up well to UV radiation and chemical/environmental contaminants. Often the 2 are used in combination, with the urethane used in a base coat and the acrylic in a topcoat.
Spray Foam
Also referred to as spray polyurethane foam (SPF), spray foam starts out as two different liquids that, when sprayed, get mixed together. An exothermic or heat releasing chemical reaction then happens, resulting in ‘foaming.’ Spray foam expands up to 30 times in size. It fills cracks, crevices, and minute imperfections. The building will then be effectively sealed. Decreasing thermal cycling (when there is a fluctuation between unusually hot and cold temperatures outside) also leads to a building being warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.
To find out more about roof restorations, their advantages and whether your Tennessee business would be a suitable candidate, call our friendly staff at 615-265-0598 and ask for a consultation with one of our local Nashville technicians. We look forward to working with you.