Commercial Building Contractors - Commercial Foam & Coatings Applications
SPF Roofing Systems Provide Many Benefits to Building Owners.
- Waterproofing & Leak Prevention
- Greater Insulation Value
- SPF has Superior Compressive Strength
- SPF is Lightweight
- SPF is Self-flashing
- SPF is Durable and Long Lasting
Foam roofing: a quality, economical solution to your new and existing flat roof needs.
Sprayed Polyurethane Foam (SPF) roofing systems provide an attractive, durable, waterproof covering that bonds tightly to nearly any properly prepared surface. It's so lightweight - about eight ounces per square foot - it can be applied over most existing roof systems without exceeding the structural load capacity. Yet it's amazingly strong, easily withstanding foot traffic and other requirements.
Virtually leak proof: eliminates the problem areas where most leaks start
A typical single-ply roof system has thousands of linear feet of seams and hundreds of mechanical fasteners - all prime candidates for future leaks. Foam roofing systems are seamless and use no mechanical fasteners, eliminating those problem areas from the start.
Energy efficient: more thermal resistance than any other insulating material
Unlike other roof systems, the entire thickness of a foam roof is high grade insulation. SPF'S closed-cell structure stops air infiltration, the chief culprit of most energy losses. A one-inch thickness has an insulating R-value of 7, higher than any other insulating material. In addition, when you install SPF over an existing roof, you retain that R-value, as well as add to it.
A Great Finish
An important part of every foam roofing system is a high- quality coating, such as a silicone or acrylic latex coatings. They cure to form a seamless, flexible covering that protects the foam from sunlight and moisture. Plus, the reflective white finish helps make the roofing system even more energy efficient.
Cool Roof Coating Benefits:
The actual temperature of the roof at time of the inspection is 178 degrees F!
Foam Roofing Case Study:
In 1972, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas began reroofing their facilities using polyurethane foam. Why? Because it Works. Polyurethane foam, when applied to a roof, fills in any cracks and smooths over any seams or irregularities. The potential for leaks is virtually eliminated. That means keeping water out and energy in. Texas A&M kept careful records on the performance of their new roofing system and found they have reaped reductions in maintenance costs as well as decreased energy expenses. Of the ten million square feet of roofs at the central campus, over 90% are now protected by spray polyurethane foam. Texas A&M uses nothing else for new or remedial roofing.
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