The primary benefit of a seamless roofing system for your business is right in the name…it’s SEAMLESS. As seams are the primary location for leak development and ultimately roofing system failures, it makes sense that eliminating the existence of seams in your roofing system is simply a good idea.
What is a Seamless Roofing System?
A seamless roofing system consists of a liquid-applied roofing system placed across the entire surface of your existing roofing system for a one-piece finish. That liquid-applied system may be made up of many different materials.
- Spray foam, which is made of a polyurethane solution, is applied in liquid form to existing roofing systems. Gases are released that develop into a multi-cell foam. This foam acts as an insulating agent, as well as a membrane, protecting your existing roof structure.
- Silicon, made of…silicone! Silicon is applied to your existing roofing system, usually with the addition of a primer and fabric reinforcement of all seams. As the silicone dries, it forms strong, protective, reflective layer between your existing roof structure and the weather and other damaging elements.
- Elastomeric, the fancy word for acrylics, is applied primarily in the same way as silicon roofing systems. Elastomerics are different in that they are (a) made from acrylics rather than silicone and (b) tends to require thinner coating, while retaining the same strength and durability.
Benefits of a Seamless Roofing System
Now that you better understand WHAT a seamless roofing system is, no doubt some of the obvious benefits come to mind.
- Seal off existing leaks and prevent their recurrence.
- Ability to stretch or flex in response to weather and temperature changes. This increases the longevity of your existing roofing structure.
- Highly resistant to decay and weathering.
- Reflects up to 85% of heat, reducing your energy consumption and associated electric bills up to 30% or more.
- Low Maintenance.
- Estimated service life of 15-20 years.
- With application over existing structure, no need for tear-off and associated cost or lost business time.
- May qualify for tax credits or utility credits, depending on your location.
- Comes with up to a 20-year warranty.
- Environmentally friendly by reducing waste in landfills and loss of resources necessary for more frequent roof replacement, in addition to reduced electricity usage for cooling.
The most important part of your seamless roofing system is its installation. Like any tool, it is only as good as its wielder. High Country Roofing technicians are highly trained and skilled. We are proud distributors of Conklin products and are certified by their trainers. This combination guarantees your roofing system will be made with the finest materials and installed by the best-trained technicians available.
Call High Country Roofing at (208) 251-8203 and schedule a consultation. Working together, we’ll find the best possible solution for your business, as well as your budget.