Roof Coating vs. Full Replacement: When to Choose Each

A coating can extend your roof life 10-15 years at one-third the cost of replacement. Here’s the decision framework we use.

When coating is right

Deck is structurally sound
Membrane has
25% degradation
No widespread ponding
Fewer than 5 leaks per year
Owner plans to hold 10+ more years

When replacement is right

Widespread membrane failure
Wet insulation confirmed by IR scan
Structural deck damage
Age > 25 years on TPO/EPDM/PVC

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