Can You Use Silicone Roof Coating over a Gravel Roof? A common question we hear from building owners across the country is, “Does silicone work over a gravel roof?” The short answer… yes. But there’s more to the story. At Progressive Materials, we have developed a product …
Ease of Installation
One of the most obvious benefits of silicone roof coatings is the ease of installation. As seen on our YouTube channel, the installation of silicone roof coatings is as easy as: Cleaning the roof Priming the roof (in some cases) Spot-patching seams, fasteners, and …
Saving Money with Roof Restorations
USING A NEW PRODUCT TO SAVE BIG MONEY The newest, most significant roofing innovation from the last 20 years is undoubtedly silicone roof coatings. No other innovation has gained the notariety, market share, and attention that silicone roof coatings have. Attend any industry …
Finding Inexpensive Flat Roof Systems
SELECTING AN INEXPENSIVE FLAT ROOF FOR YOUR BUILDING When choosing your next roof, plenty of factors will weigh in. One that will certainly be considered is the price of the new system. What is your budget? What are your needs? Which roofing systems fit in your budget and meet …
How Does Roof Weight Impact Your Building
TAKING ROOF WEIGHT INTO ACCOUNT Often overlooked when comparing various roof types is the weight of each option. Your roof weight can be a major factor to consider depending on the structure of your building. During construction you have architects determining structural loads …
Performing Good Roof Inspections
THE IMPORTANCE OF PERFORMING ROOF INSPECTIONS - WELL When anyone purchases our product or asks about maintaining their roof, we always tell them they should inspect it twice annually. It's the first rule for extending the life of your roof, you have to perform roof inspections. …
Decreasing Your Maintenance Budget
SIMPLE TIPS FOR DECREASING YOUR MAINTENANCE BUDGET The maintenance budget can be a pain point for facilities large and small alike. Repairs and maintenance at a facility is not limited to the size of the building. Larger buildings often have larger maintenance expenditures, but …
Installing a New Roof
THE COSTS OF INSTALLING YOUR NEW ROOF CAN REALLY ADD UP When you are replacing your roof, you have to tear off the old one and then install a new one. Installing a new roof is several steps, including the roof deck, insulation, and finally the roofing material. These three steps …
Ensure Your Building is Structurally Sound
DON'T LET YOUR BUILDING BE A HAZARD Oftentimes, when planning the safety around their building, building owners and facility managers forget that the building itself can often be dangerous. Building owners have to remain frugal to ensure their operations remain profitable, and …
The Value of a Seamless Roof
ARE SEAMS REALLY A CONCERN FOR YOUR ROOF? To answer that question shortly: Yes, seams are a major concern for your roof. Seams have many different weaknesses that can lead to a multitude of problems on your roof that you don't want to have. Fortunately for you and for all …