POLYUREA ROOF WATERPROOFING
High-Performance Coatings for Roof Repair and Protection
WHAT IS POLYUREA ROOF WATERPROOFING?
Waterproofing plays an essential role in keeping a roof over our heads – literally! Whether you live in the desert and experience those beautiful summer monsoons, or in one of the world’s many great wet and rainy coastal cities, roofs must be built to stand tall against the elements, especially where wet is the norm. The problem is, even the most well-designed and expertly installed roofs are susceptible to several common types of roof damage, which can allow for water intrusion or more extensive damage to structural elements beyond the roof alone. For roofs that are already in need of repair or replacement, the risks are even higher, as even small amounts of rainfall or moisture risks serious water damage that can cost tens of thousands of dollars to fix. To repair leaky roofs and protect new and old construction alike, polyurea roof waterproofing can be used to create roofs with lasting protection and the best resistance to water and moisture.
THE 7 MOST COMMON CAUSES OF ROOF DAMAGE
Preventing leaky roofs is about more than solid construction. Even the strongest roofs are susceptible to damage and degradation, which can be caused by myriad risk factors common in both private and commercial buildings:
01
FOOT TRAFFIC AND EQUIPMENT MOVEMENT
Step-by-step, foot traffic slowly but surely wears down roofing materials. Likewise, shifting heavy equipment across roofs poses an even greater risk of damage. Polyurea coatings can help resist the wear and tear of constant abrasion, making roofs as durable as the sidewalk below.
02
INCOMPATIBLE HVAC
EQUIPMENT
When new HVAC equipment doesn’t quite match the previous system, roofs may be modified to accommodate the new dimensions. This may create or expose vulnerable points in the roof where water damage can be quick and dramatic. Polyurea roof waterproofing can help seal any gaps or reinforce weak points, ensuring any changes are made without solving one problem only to create another.
03
RUSTING, CRACKING,
AND PEELING
Whether it’s record rainfall, constant maintenance, chemical spills, or anything in between, roofs on buildings everywhere in the world take a beating. This can lead to rusting, cracking, peeling, or other types of damage and decay that risk the structural integrity of roofs and the buildings they protect. Polyurea is among the strongest and most highly resistant protective coatings, and can be used to impart this durability to roofing materials to see longer lasting and better performing roofs.
04
HVAC Vibrations
While you may never hear a peep while on the inside of a building, HVAC systems – especially large commercial equipment – can vibrate with great intensity. This vibration risks damaging roofs and causing quite the disturbance. Polyurea coatings can help reduce the vibration from HVAC equipment for safer, quieter buildings.
05
PONDING
AND VEGETATION
While it may be surprising to some, ponding and vegetation is more common on roofs than you might think. On flat roofs, these installations introduce another, high-risk source of water that can seep into roofs to cause significant damage. Polyurea roof waterproofing can be used to create a waterproof and watertight seal to ensure that water features don’t turn into water nightmares.
06
EXTREME TEMPERATURES
Extreme temperatures, whether from the scorching sun or punishing frost, can cause irreparable damage to roofing materials. Especially when temperatures fluctuate between extremes, roofing materials can expand and contract to see them crack and peel, or even entirely lose their form and function. Polyurea coatings are highly flexible, and can adapt to changing temperatures and insulate roofs from even the most extreme temperature fluctuations.
07
STORM DAMAGE
Fallen trees, golf ball sized hail, fastball-speed winds – you name it! Violent storms can cause serious damage to any structure, and must be built to withstand the conditions specific to their unique environment. Polyurea roof waterproofing can be used to keep roofs safe and dry, protected from strong physical impacts and even the wettest conditions.
TO AVOID COSTLY REPAIRS, CHOOSE POLYUREA!
There’s a reason that polyurea has become one of the coatings industry‘s premier technologies; polyurea is easy to apply, cures within minutes, and can be formulated with specific physical properties tailored for unique applications. Compared to traditional coating materials like epoxy, polyurea is stronger and more durable, and with greater resistance to a wider variety of chemical and physical risk factors. Made of 100% solids, solvent-free, and volatile organic chemical (VOC)-free, polyurea is also safer and more sustainable than alternative technologies. For roof repair and protection, this makes polyurea the ultimate solution. Polyurea is highly durable, and can resist the most common causes of roof damage. As a waterproof and watertight membrane, polyurea also serves as an effective waterproofing solution, keeping moisture out and roofs safe and dry. To avoid costly repairs and protect roofs for years to come, choose polyurea for your next roof waterproofing project.
FAQ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Polyurea coatings are used extensively in a growing list of applications thanks to their ease of application, rapid cure times, formulation flexibility, and myriad other benefits. For roof waterproofing, polyurea offers the best strength and durability, while also functioning as a watertight and waterproof barrier.
Polyurea coatings have garnered a reputation as an expensive, albeit high-performance protective technology. While it’s true their initial investment is typically higher than alternative coatings like epoxy, their superior durability can make polyurea roof waterproofing highly cost-effective in the long run.
Polyurea roof waterproofing is designed to create safer, more comfortable structures that can resist water damage and keep homes and businesses dry. While polyurea poses some health and safety risks during its application, a finished installation is safer and more effective than many alternative coating technologies, and with little to no risk to occupants.
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With over 35 years of experience serving as the world’s one-stop-shop for everything polyurea and polyurethane, ArmorThane is ready to be your partner in the coatings industry. We formulate, manufacture, distribute, and apply our range of polyurea products and services for our global network of customers and professional applicators, and offer a suite of specialty products perfect for your next waterproofing project. To start your own coatings business and begin applying your own polyurea waterproofing, we also offer startup packages with everything you need, built with more than 70 years of combined coatings expertise. We’ll provide personalized on-site training, our high-quality polyurea formulations, performance spray equipment, and lifetime support, all with only one initial investment. No franchise fees, no licensing deals, and nothing else to restrict your business’s growth and development. If you’re interested in learning more about how ArmorThane can be your partner in the coatings industry, contact us today!!
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