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Effectiveness of Cold Applied Roof Coatings

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Cold applied roof coating are mainly used on flat roofs.

Cold applied roof coatings, designed to be applied with little or no heat, are typically made of resin, solvent, reinforcing fibers and reflective pigment. Coatings such as these produce a water-resistant film after curing.

1. Leak Effectiveness

   • A popular type of cold applied roof coating is the monolithic membrane system. This coating is made of polymeric resins which are applied as a liquid and cure to form a tough rubber-like membrane. A monolithic membrane is effective against leaks because it is seamless and self-flashing.

   Cost Effectiveness

   • Cold applied roof coatings are effective in saving labor and material costs. It can be applied without removing the current roofing product and increases the life of a flat roof by up to 20 years.

   Energy Effectiveness

   • A white reflective coating, applied over the top of cold applied roof coatings, can reflect over 80 percent of the sun's rays, resulting in a much cooler building and greatly reducing the amount of energy needed to cool the building.

   • Some cold applied roof coatings require the use of reinforcing fiber which is made of polyester. Polyester is naturally unaffected by water, dimensionally stable and elongates to act with the natural expansion and contraction of a roof.

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Roof Restoration Process :
Step 1: Mark out work plan and assess existing leaks to prepare a work schedule.
 
      Step 2: Replace broken tiles.


 Step 3: High pressure cleaning.


Step 4: Repoint Total Roof using Flexible Cyclone rated pointing cement ,including repairing/dislodged roofcaps Valley cement Broken Batons & Broken Tiles  which can cause leaks.


Step 5: Re-Sealing The Whole tiled Area Including pointing & Bedding.

Remember that Your Roof can take up to 40% of  the homes exterior  and up to 20% of its Value , so it is important to Keep your roof in a good  waterproofed Condition.
 
An Applied roof Restoration will greatly improve the overall appearance of Your Home and Will Increase Your Homes value . 

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