Common Roofing Issues: Wrong Coating For Roof Type Problems

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Common Roofing Issues: Wrong Coating For Roof Type Problems

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Choosing the right roof coating system is the first decision, and it's possibly the most important choice you'll make. Using the wrong roof coating for your specific roof surface can lead to premature failure, costly damage and a compromised building envelope.

Roof coatings are specially formulated to work with particular roofing materials and in certain environmental conditions. There are a lot of different types of roof coatings with some of the most common types being:

Silicone roof coatings
Polyurethane coatings
Acrylic coating system

The professional roofing contractor you consult with can help you select a coating that's compatible with your roof material and local weather. But if they don't follow manufacturer recommendations or don't fully understand roof coatings it can cause coating failure issues that go down to the roof deck.

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Common Problems Using the Wrong Roof Coating

Maybe a silicone coating was used on EPDM without using a primer. Or maybe you used an acrylic coating system on a flat roof. Whatever the scenario is, if material compatibility is lacking so will your roof coating.

Poor Adhesion and Peeling

Coatings designed for one substrate may not bond correctly with another. For example, silicone applied over an acrylic-coated or metal roof can peel and blister, leaving the roof exposed.

Cracking and Shrinking

Some coatings shrink excessively on certain roof types. Acrylic coatings on metal roofs tend to crack and pull away due to metal’s temperature-induced expansion and contraction.

Water Intrusion and Rust

Incorrect coatings can trap moisture or allow water infiltration. On metal roofs, this can accelerate rusting beneath the coating, leading to structural damage.

Reduced UV Protection

A coating not rated for your climate or the roof's UV exposure won’t provide adequate protection from sun damage, fading and brittleness. The home's energy efficiency will be reduced while your cooling costs increase since there's a higher level of heat absorption.

Poor Weather Resistance

Not every roof coating was made to handle temperature fluctuations, high humidity and extreme heat. This too can have a negative impact on how the coating works and your energy bills.

Wasted Money Instead of Cost Savings

The wrong coating will degrade fast, requiring costly repairs or full replacement sooner than a properly selected system would. It's not a good investment of your time or money.

Correcting Issues When the Wrong Type of Roof Coating Was Used

When the wrong roof coating is applied to a roof system, repairs involve careful removal of the unsuitable coating, proper surface preparation and applying the correct coating system to restore durability and protection. Below is a detailed overview of the process building owners need to take to correct a mismatched coating problem.

Assess the Roofing System and Plan Ahead

Proper diagnosis and application are key to getting the protection and longevity you expect from roof coating repairs. Inspect the roofing system carefully to identify the subsequent problems and where they exist on the roof.

You'll also need to confirm the correct coating type that's required for the roof material and local conditions to select an appropriate repair approach.

Remove the Incorrect Coating

Remove failed or incompatible coating sections by scraping, power washing or sanding the surface to expose a clean substrate. In some cases, complete removal of the wrong coating is necessary to prevent adhesion issues with the new system.

Proper Surface Preparation

Clean the roof thoroughly to remove everything — dust, debris, oils and residues. Skipping this step could impede the bonding process.

Next, any roof damage such as cracks or blisters needs to be repaired. Ensure the surface is completely dry before moving on.

Apply Primer and the Correct Coating

It's critical that you follow the coating manufacturer recommendations, which could suggest using a primer to promote chemical bonding between the substrate and new coating. When you move on to the next step of coating the roof with the proper roof coating material, follow the manufacturer thickness and application guidelines exactly.

Proper Maintenance and Inspections Moving Forward

To maximize the performance of the corrected coating system you'll want to conduct regular roof inspections and maintain it as needed. The secret to improving a roof's life span is fixing problems early before they keep getting worse with regular maintenance.

The trained professionals at LOA know how to properly pair the right roof coating with the existing roofing material so that you get better performance not more repairs. Austin area property owners that are dealing with a mismatched roof coating can call us at 512-375-3654 or schedule a free roof inspection online.

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At LOA, we believe success is defined by customer satisfaction. We're proud to say we have some of the happiest clients in the roofing industry! You can find hundreds of 5-star reviews like the ones below online.

"I got three inspections and decided to use LOA Construction for a new roof. LOA’s Dan Harvey worked with my insurance inspector to make sure all the hail/wind damage was accounted for, gave us a good choice of shingle colors, and was great at communicating. The workers did quality work, found and repaired rotted wood and cleaned up. Highly recommend!"

— Brian McFarlin, 5-Star Google Review

"Brandon at LOA construction made replacement of our roof very easy. He was the only roofing contractor that I could find that would work directly with our insurance company. They showed up on time and made the whole process very easy. And we have a great looking high quality roof! I Would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a new roof. Give them a call if you need a roof or think you might have wind or hail damage. I had several other bids that were higher cost and didn't think our insurance would cover it. Our insurance did cover it, I think they were just unwilling to work with the insurance company. Not Brandon, not only was he will to work with our insurance he met with the adjuster and made the whole thing a breeze. Thanks again LOA and Brandon!!!!"

— Mike A., 5-Star Google Review

LOA Construction has exceeded my expectations again. This is the second roof installation with them and I couldn't be happier. Specifically, Tyler Griffiths is professional, attentive, and made the entire process of working with my insurance company effortless. My tenant sent a glowing account of their experience as well. Knowing it was a rental, they still diligently protected all property and plants. They were on time every time and went out of their way to not inconvenience the residents. LOA Construction has integrity and takes pride in their work. I couldn't recommend them more.

— Sheri Moran

"Worked with Zac and his team. Zac did an outstanding job working with the insurance company to ensure all damage was covered. Roof and gutters installed each were on time and all work was top of the line. This is a company that really does put the customer first. With out question I would recommend loa construction and roofing."

— Tony Smith, 5-Star Google Review

From the very start, I knew I was in good hands. The professionalism was top-notch, but most important, was the caring attitude of the project manager, Dan Harvey, the roofing supervisor, Ambrocio, and the roofing crew. They made sure every detail was covered. They are definitely an asset to LOA Construction. I highly recommend them. Dennis and Suzy S

— Dennis Sanger

Andrew was very great at getting myself and my wife all the information and getting us started from start to completion. His workers were friendly and professional. If ever I had to contact him, he was quick to respond back. We are very happy with the finished product. Yes, I would and have recommended him and his company to get their work by LOA Construction and Austin. Andrew made sure my wife would be satisfied with whatever roof she liked. Can't thank you enough Andrew and LOA Construction.

— Paul Coleman

As a first time home owner with no experience in how to make claims and start the process of getting a new roof I was scared to the point of avoiding what needed to get done after the bad hail storm. August Walker did an amazing job walking me through each step along the way. He answered all my questions and calmed my concerns. They inspected my roof and drove from Austin to Belton just to be there with the ins inspector, and followed up with me in person after the roof was installed. He also made a special trip back to drop off samples! I’m grateful to August and LOA construction for being highly professional and friendly!

— Angela Baker

From start to finish Lee and his team took great care of us. He made us feel comfortable during the process and answered any and all questions we had. I would definitely them recommend to anyone.

— Taneisha Jones

Arthur Harris and his team with LOA Construction did an excellent job on our roof. They finished it in one day. Arthur was very good in explaining all the information to us.

— Crystal Hill

Will, has been so awesome and easy to work with he gets everything we want done the way we want it and also keeps us updated as we are over the road truck drivers !!! Hands down to LOA Construction for their great service and great customer service !!!

— Tanya Dudkiewicz

Dan Harvey is Very Knowledgeable and directed me straight to the products that will save us money in the next 3 years the savings on energy costs alone will pay for the installation itself. I highly recommend LOA Construction and Dan Harvey! Actual Customer Jefferson Fara

— Jefferson Fara

Mark from LOA roofing was very professional from the git, the initial estimate process, he quickly identified all the issues that needed to be addressed. The company was very prompt, to coordinate the crew, and for a very reasonable price, got my roof repaired without any hassle. They also took care of all the cleaning, so that it all looked like nothing happened. I would recommend Mark from LOA to anyone needing a roof repair, with no kind of hesitation.

— Ale León

Loa Construction provides quality services in installing roof and related repairs. I’ll recommend it to my friends and family.

— Peijie Li

Thanks to Landon Wells of LOA Construction for the beautiful new roof! It was all completed in one day including a meticulous clean up job afterwards. The workers were all polite and professional. Landon made sure everything went smoothly and that all of our questions were answered. I am thrilled with our new roof. I would definitely recommend Landon and LOA Construction to all of my friends and family. Thank you Landon!

— Renee Johnson

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