Installing a spray polyurethane foam roofing system or repairing your existing SPF commercial roof has many huge benefits. With energy prices skyrocketing, every business owner is looking for ways to keep their energy costs lower. This is where our foam roof insulation solution makes its greatest stand: our contractors will change your old roof from an energy-wasteful system into a clean “green” roofing system that will help keep energy costs down. In fact, the spray polyurethane foam roofing system can pay for itself in energy savings within seven years!
Sprayed polyurethane foam roofing systems have been engineered to provide a superior energy-efficient, long-lasting roof for any building. Foam roofing offers excellent insulation value and a smooth, durable, seam-free barrier against the elements when coated with Conklin coating systems. The foam is lightweight—about eight ounces per square foot—and can be applied over most existing roof systems without exceeding the structural load capacity. Yet it’s amazingly strong, easily withstanding light foot traffic and other weight requirements. SPF has a long history in the roofing and coatings market, where SPF roofs have recorded service lives in excess of 40 years, performing in spite of nature’s highly destructive elements.
Conklin’s foam roofing systems have met the most stringent requirements for a variety of industry groups, such as Factory Mutual, Underwriters’ Laboratories, and are recognized by the International Conference of Building Officials. No matter what system you choose, Conklin and White Roofing Systems has you covered for years to come.
A sprayed polyurethane foam system can last for over 40 years as a roofing solution. Even though many scientists doubted it, this special foam has proven to be a reliable, durable, and relatively cheap roofing and insulation material. Numerous studies have shown the top quality of this material, and nowadays, you can find 30-year-old foam roofs in perfect condition. And at White Roofing Systems, you won’t find bigger believers in them continuing to serve their purpose for many years to come.
There is a whole list of reasons why SPF is better in comparison to regular roofing materials. Let’s stick to a short summary for now:
To make the best decision for your business, it’s important to weigh the disadvantages that foam roofing may bring.
1. The installation cost of a spray foam roofing system can be higher than that of a traditional system like asphalt shingles or metal. If you’re a budget-conscious property owner, this slight hitch may give you pause.
2. Hiring untrained contractors with ill-fitting equipment or tools can lead to improper application, in turn leading to issues with your foam roof’s performance and durability. To make sure you get the best service with the highest quality foam roofing experts, use a trusted database of Conklin-trained professionals such as White Roofing Systems to find a contractor near you.
3. Over time, spray foam may experience slight shrinking due to settling or other factors. While this is typically minimal, it can affect the overall integrity of your roof if not addressed during the initial installation.
4. Without proper coating maintenance, UV rays can degrade SPF roofing systems over time, leading to cracking or deterioration. While they can be easy to maintain, repairing spray foam roofs can be a whole other can of worms. You’ll need to find a contractor with specialized knowledge and equipment to ensure the integrity of your foam roof is maintained, and who can make the necessary corrections.
SPF had an R-value of 7.14 per thickness of 1 inch. This means that the thermal resistance is higher even when there is only a small amount of material used. While traditional roofing systems can often slip energy and waste it, foam roofing saves up to 30 % more energy. Thanks to these energy savings, you will be able to recover the starting expense of your foam roof installation in just five years or even less!
Sprayed Polyurethane Foam is a roofing material that demands protection from UV lights and moisture. This is where the top coat—known as an elastomeric coating—plays a significant role. It protects and seals the foam from any damage. However, there are certain requirements for a top coat to be efficient.
The lifespan of a foam roof can vary depending on various factors, such as installation quality, maintenance, and climate conditions. Generally, a well-installed and properly maintained foam roof can last between 20 to 30 years or even longer. Regular inspections, prompt repairs of any damages, and periodic recoating can help extend the lifespan of a foam roof.
Sprayed polyurethane foam can be used on all kinds of surfaces. It is lightweight, easy to work with, and has amazing insulating properties. They’re quite popular in the wine and oil industries!
Sprayed Polyurethane Foam represents a perfect waterproof application. The foam is made of billions of cells, so it acts as a waterproof barrier. Moisture can’t enter any structure. Therefore, SPF blocks dew and prevents building deterioration. Even if the top coat of the roofing system (remember the elastomeric coating?) gets damaged, there is still the underlying foam that will prevent the moisture from coming in. New Orleans once suffered a severe hail storm in which the Superdome was damaged. Thousands of small cracks appeared in the top coat, but there was no leaking for another decade!
If your SPF roof suffers deep penetration through all the layers, it is still not a disaster. The water will be isolated only to the place where the membrane is damaged. Contractors love this roofing option because it is easy to fix, and repairs don’t compromise the quality of the entire roofing system.
Another recurring problem with traditional roofing systems is water ponding. The best thing about SPF is that it’s “buildable.” You can shape some areas to be thicker than others, so here the problem of water accumulation is solved.
Not all foam systems are created equal. General prices are based on the complexity of the installation, the cost of local labor, and the quality of foam applied. Expect to pay anywhere from $5.00 to $8.00 per square foot. If you’re unsure whether to commit to foam roofing, contact your local Conklin contractor for their opinion—it’s in a professional’s best interest to get you the best bang for your buck, and to leave you with a high-quality service you’ll be raving about for years!
Take a peek at what it takes to install this versatile roofing material on a commercial building.
Your contractor will first need to get rid of any dirt and debris on your roof, as well as make sure to get any damaged parts patched up ASAP! The foam roofing will be covering the entirety of your roof, after all, and you don’t want any of the foam leaking through. A clean roof leads to a sturdier foam roof, too; just compare a piece of clean, clear tape to one covered in lint—which one will stick better? The principal is essentially the same with foam roofing.
Next, your contractor will spray polyurethane foam on the surface of your roof. Expanding to cover the entire roof, this serves as the first layer of your foam roofing system. Once the first layer is “cured,” a second layer is applied, and so on. How many layers will be applied and the thickness of the foam will be discussed with your contractor before the project starts. Typically, each layer can be between 1 and 1.5 inches thick—and remember, the wider and thicker the foam, the more expensive it can get!
Once the entire coating has dried and cured, the entire roof system is inspected for any imperfections, ensuring that the foam and coating have been applied correctly. Your contractor will make sure your entire roof is sealed and ready to perform at 100% capacity!
Come to the end of this guide and still unsure on whether foam roofing is worth it or not for your business? Ask any of our Conklin experts and they’ll tell you it can be a powerfully superior flat roofing option.
Don’t take our word for it, though—give us a call or fill out the form on our website to discuss what our database of contractors can do for you and your roof. We serve business owners nationwide and can link you up with a reliable, trusted roofing contractor with the specifications and training needed to install sturdy foam roofs. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Anyone who has doubts whether a white roof coating makes a difference should have been in our building on a 100-degree summer day. Usually, the air conditioner struggles and it gets very hot in the shop. However, with our new white roof from Conklin, our air conditioners were cycling and customers and employees were commenting how nice it was in the building.
Roger L.
Last fall, we put on our thirteenth Conklin roof since 1983 and all are without a leak. This is a multimillion-dollar development: some of the condominiums sell for over $300,000. We can’t afford leaks. I would recommend this system to anyone with a flat roof that doesn’t want to be bothered with leaks.
Ken H.
Conklin’s spray foam roofing system minimized the messy tear-off and the high cost of material disposal at the local landfill. I’m happy with the successful roofing application and love the idea that I have the best and brightest roof in town
Tom Banks, developer of 85,000 square-foot retail shopping center and residential housing project in West Jefferson, NC
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