Solving Roof Ponding Problems with #298X Asphalt Emulsion Pond Filler & Sloping Compound
Water pooling on a flat or low-slope commercial roof is more than a nuisance — it accelerates deterioration, adds structural load, and can lead to costly damage if left unaddressed. Western Colloid’s #298X Asphalt Emulsion Pond Filler & Sloping Compound offers a practical, lightweight solution for eliminating ponding water and restoring proper drainage to commercial […]
What Building Owners Need to Know About the Accidental Partnership Between Roofing and HVAC
When it comes to commercial buildings, roofing and HVAC systems are more connected than many building owners realize. Rooftop HVAC units don’t just sit on your roof—they interact with it every day. That creates an accidental partnership between roofing contractors and HVAC technicians, one that requires coordination, planning, and ongoing maintenance to prevent costly leaks and structural […]
Treating Fluid-Applied Roof Systems as Membranes: A Practical Approach to Modern Waterproofing
Treating Fluid-Applied Roof Systems as Membranes: A Practical Approach to Modern Waterproofing Introduction Fluid-applied roof systems have become a go-to solution in modern roofing and waterproofing—and for good reason. They’re seamless, durable, and adaptable to a wide range of building conditions. While they’re often compared to traditional membrane systems, there’s a growing shift in the […]
What Are Some tips on Choosing the Right Contractor for Your Roof?
Greg Hlavaty, along with Hal Leland, discuss the importance of choosing the right partner for your roof. This article is derived from a podcast on a different topic and this question got asked. Please read and enjoy in its original conversational form. How do you find a contractor and start that relationship? GH Well, […]
THE ARGUMENT FOR GOOD ROOF MAINTENANCE
Greg Hlavaty, along with Hal Leland, discuss the importance of a roof maintenance program. This article is derived from a podcast of the same name. By reformatting this as an article you could miss the fun of the conversation. Please read and enjoy in its original conversational form. GH – Well, first I’m going to […]
Title 24 Cool Roofs, Cool Roof Rating Council, Origin Stories
The State of California, who kind of leads the pack for the whole nation in energy laws and requirements for buildings, started testing roofs in early 2000. They started monitoring buildings with reflective roofs and non-reflective roofs. And what they found after following these buildings that had reflective surfaces on them, (primarily reflective coatings), that […]
Why Does An Energy Efficient Roof Make Such A Big Difference For A Building?
Cool reflective roofs primarily do two good things, they increase solar reflectance and emittance. This extends the life of the roof and lowers Peak Energy Demand. Energy efficiency is key, and that’s a hot topic these days with energy crisis and energy issues worldwide. But it’s also the energy efficiency and the reflectivity of the […]
Everything you wanted to know about Spray Polyurethane Foam Roofing, (well, the maintenance part.)
SPF does a great job of creating a good insulation value. Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) is a mixture of chemicals that are sprayed out of a special type of spray gun. This gun mixes the chemicals together at the spray tip, and once they are combined, they expand. It’s similar to the foam that is […]
Top Six Common Mistakes in Roof Coating Systems Installation Aka Developing Good Habits!
Thinking all coatings are the same. Different products have different application methods, tools, handling and set up times. Treat each different product line as its own animal. Western Colloid’s systems are different (easier) than the rest and if you follow our lead, we can be a profitable and hassle-free solution. The Roof is Not Ready. […]
Roof Coating Systems – Approvals, Building Codes, Ratings, and Standards Explained
We have often seen acronyms and numbers on roofing products for submittals but what and who do these acronyms represent? That can be easily answered with some history of roofing products, specifically liquid or fluid applied roof coating systems. In the past one of the things that has been overlooked in the roof coating industry, […]