Roofs are more than just visual structures – they play a big part in ensuring building protection. A watertight roof is required for structural integrity. Though some roofing systems are by design waterproof once constructed, most will need some sort of waterproofing to prevent water seepage into the building. Various roof coating systems are available out there to help ensure roofs remain waterproof. One such type of roof coating is liquid applied waterproofing coating. As the name suggests, the coating is sprayed or applied while it is in liquid form, creating a seamless layer of protective coating on the roof surface. So, what are the benefits of waterproofing existing roofs using this type of waterproofing coating?
Read on to understand why using liquid applied waterproofing coating when restoring an existing roof would be a good move.
Superior waterproofing
Like already stated above, a liquid applied waterproofing coating system offers exceptional waterproofing because it forms a uniform solid membrane when sprayed on the surface of the roof. The membrane is extremely durable, and it can bear up well against expansion and contraction of the roof material that occurs across the entire roof surface during temperature variations. This is essential because all roofs respond to temperature fluctuations by expanding and contracting, and most roofs can develop leaks or holes because of the tension caused by the changes in temperatures.
Ease of application
Like with liquid paint, liquid applied waterproofing coating is easy to apply. When you spray the coating on the surface of your roof, it spreads seamlessly, covering and waterproofing even those inconspicuous areas on the roof that may be hard to reach and thus difficult to waterproof. What is more, it eliminates the need for labour-intensive tasks, such as nailing, welding or cutting to size sheets of roofing material so as to fix penetrations.
Provided your spraying equipment distributes the coating well, you simply spray as you go. This makes it possible for you to work much faster compared to when using many other waterproofing options.
Lightweight
If you are looking for a way to waterproof your roof without necessarily adding too much weight to the roof structure, liquid applied waterproofing coating is the go-to option. This makes it ideal for buildings that are designed to maintain light roofs.
If you'd like to know more about the benefits you stand to gain by waterproofing your roof system with liquid applied waterproofing coating, you should contact a local waterproofing contractor.
