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Applying a high-quality coating to your residential or commercial roof will extend its lifespan, prevent leaks, and enhance energy efficiency. That’s especially true in central Iowa, where rapid fluctuations in temperature and severe weather put high-stress levels on our homes and buildings.
Whether you’re a single-family homeowner or a large business, Precision Insulation and Coatings in Des Moines will work with you to determine the best coating based on your roof type, its condition, and the benefits you’re looking for. Here are the types of coatings we apply and their major uses.
Elastomeric Roof Coating
Acrylic elastomeric coatings are known for their affordability, flexibility, and their ease of application. Made from a durable plastic that’s resistant to water and ultraviolet rays, they are also breathable and flexible, meaning they expand and contract as Midwestern temperatures fluctuate. White or light-colored elastomeric coatings can reflect sunlight, reducing cooling costs in buildings.
While acrylic elastomeric coating is easy to apply using brushes, rollers, or sprayers, proper surface preparation is key to ensure optimal adhesion and performance.
Benefits:
Elastomeric coatings are often the most affordable option for roof coating, making them a popular choice for both commercial and residential users.
Elastomeric coatings can expand and contract with the substrate without cracking, making them ideal for surfaces that undergo thermal expansion and contraction.
They are easy to apply and adhere well to a variety of surfaces, including concrete, masonry, stucco, wood, and metal.
Polyurea Coating
Polyurea coating is a type of high-performance coating known for its exceptional durability, resistance to weather and chemicals, and fast curing time — often just a few seconds — meaning it’s quick to apply. Because of this, it’s typically applied using specialized spray equipment due to the need for precise mixing of the components. This special application process and extreme durability means it’s primarily used by industrial and commercial users.
Benefits:
Polyurea coatings have a very rapid curing time, often just a few seconds, allowing for quick application and minimal downtime.
These coatings can accommodate significant underlying movement without cracking or peeling.
Polyurea coatings are extremely tough and resistant to abrasion, impact, and wear.
Silicone Coating
Silicone coatings are a popular choice for both residential and commercial roofs due to their great mix of value and durability. They are resistant to water, ultraviolet radiation, weathering, and many chemicals, including acids, alkalis, and solvents. Although more expensive than acrylic coatings, their durability and long lifespan make them a great value for the price.
Silicone coatings are typically applied using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment. Proper surface preparation is essential to ensure optimal adhesion and performance.
Benefits:
Silicone coatings have a long service life and maintain their protective properties over time.
These coatings work well for both residential and commercial applications, providing a combination of value and durability. They remain flexible even at low temperatures, allowing them to accommodate movement in the underlying layer.
Like acrylic coatings, silicone coatings are more easy to apply.
Intumescent Coating
Intumescent coatings are specialized protective coatings that expand significantly when exposed to high temperatures, forming an insulating char layer that provides fire resistance. These coatings are designed to protect wooden and steel structural elements in commercial and industrial buildings by slowing the spread of fire and maintaining the structural integrity of buildings during a fire.
Benefits:
Intumescent coatings expand and form a thick, insulating char layer when exposed to heat, protecting the underlying substrate from high temperatures and delaying structural failure.
The char layer provides thermal insulation, reducing the rate at which heat is transferred to the substrate.
These coatings can be applied to various substrates, including steel, wood, and concrete.
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Based in Des Moines, Iowa, the Precision Insulation & Coatings team is proficient in all types of coating applications, meaning you can trust us to take care of the job from start to finish. Determining the right type of roof coating for you can be difficult, which is why it's important to work with a qualified professional. Reach out to us today!
Why Choose Precision Insulation & Coatings?
At Precision Insulation & Coatings, we’re locally owned and operated and want to be your partner in protecting your roof from the harsh elements of the Midwest. Here’s why we should be your first choice for coating services in Des Moines:
- Certified Professionals: Our specialists are SPFA (Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance) trained and certified, ensuring they have the industry knowledge and expertise needed to meet your unique needs.
- Local Expertise: We understand the specific challenges that Des Moines roofs face. From cold, icy winters to humid and hot summers, our team lives in the area and knows how to recommend the most suitable solutions for your needs.
- Diverse Coating Options: We're proficient in a wide range of coating applications, including acrylic elastomeric, plolyurea, and silicone, and will help select the best type for you and apply it with proper care for your unique roof type.
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