Whatever
type of roofing you have, it's impossible to completely avoid the general
wear-and-tear that comes with the changing seasons and extreme weather
conditions. A roof’s components contract in the winter months and expand in the
summer months. The continuous cycle of contraction and expansion take a
substantial toll on the material of the roof thus in time encourage
deterioration. Once you start to notice your roofing getting to the point where
you’re having to deal with issues such as leaking, cracking and general
insulation problems, it may be time to consider an alternative.
There are
many different types of roof coating available on the market but arguably one
of the most functional is liquid silicone
coating. Not only does this particular type of roofing increase the durability
of your roof, but also increases the lifespan of your roof. Installing liquid
roofing is a pretty easy job to do, however it's recommended that you contact a
local roofing company to get it done professionally, as this will play a
significant role in its effectiveness.
What is liquid roofing?
Essentially,
liquid roofing is an advanced polymeric material that when applied to a surface
has a protective barrier that protects it against the elements. It’s suited to
a variety of roof types, this includes flat, pitched, and domed roofing. The
application process includes applying coatings of monolithic liquid based
coating that forms a rubber-like waterproof membrane. The coating can be
applied over the majority of traditional roofing materials including asphalt
and concrete. There’s no wonder that liquid spray-applied coating is one of the
most favoured roofing applications in Europe.
Benefits
Waterproof
One of the
main benefits of liquid roofing is that it’s waterproof - and it immediately
becomes watertight after the first application. It can even be applied during
periods of heavy rain - this will have absolutely no effect on its quality or
durability. The coating can have a lifespan of anywhere between 5 and 30 years
depending on the environment it’s in - UV coatings are also an option.
Green
Liquid roofs
are also beneficial for the environment. The installation of a tiled roof
requires intensive labour and costs more. Traditional roofing must be properly
disposed of and usually ends up in landfills - this is without considering the
additional costs of skip hire and transportation fees added on top. Another
beneficial point is that liquid roofing does not require the removal of the
initial roof as it's just coated on top, saving time and money and reducing
additional waste.
Sustainable
Another
advantage is that liquid roofing will last you much longer than other types of
roofing, often needing little maintenance and less repairs. It's much less
likely to crack or peel, another reason why it’s a viable alternative to
traditional roofing.
High performance
Many of the
components used in liquid roofing have been independently trialed and
performance accredited. In the United Kingdom the primary testing and approvals
house, the British Board of
Agrément
(BBA),
has issued the safety and approval of roofing since 1975.
At WR Leivers, we pride ourselves on our expert
craftsmanship and ensure that you are in the best possible hands; we are happy
to remove any of the stress involved with your roofing project. If you are
interested in finding out more about liquid roofing systems, or any other of
the services we provide, please don’t hesitate to
get
in touch.
