Fountain Hills Foam Roof Repair

Foam Roof Repair When You Need It

We’ve been providing the Fountain Hills and greater Phoenix area with roofing services since 2001and we’ve seen a lot of roofs. We can definitively say that foam roofing systems are much easier to maintain and repair than other types of roofs. While built-p roofs and single ply roofs have to be removed and replaced when their lifespan is over, repairing and re-coating a foam roof can help it last up to 40 years or more.

As we mentioned, if the coating for a foam roof is properly maintained, it will last a long time. All that’s needed is to clean, prime and re-coat it every 5-10 years, depending on the type of coating it has.  Making unnecessary repairs will result in leaks and roof issues. If you need repairs, contact a professional foam roofing contractor like Mikku and Sons Roofing, to perform the repairs correctly and well.

Foam roofing systems are extremely durable and can even handle walking on it better than other roofing systems. However, they are still susceptible to damage from falling debris just like any other roof, but the damage is easier to assess and can usually be repaired with some simple caulking.

Spray foam roofing will adhere to your roof solidly and have strong resistance to severe winds and uplift than other types of roofing systems, which is particularly important when our monsoon storms strike in the summer months.
If your roof is nearing the end of its lifespan, but isn’t leaking yet, call us and we’ll inspect it. You need experienced professionals to evaluate your roof, determine what kind of shape it’s in and give you a recommendation as to the best way to keep your home, or business, safe and watertight.

Polyurethane foam is sprayed directly on top of the walls and floor as a liquid and quickly solidifies into a thick, hard insulation.
There are two categories of foam: half-pound open-cell foam and higher density, two-pound closed-cell foam. Both act as a solid air and water barrier combined. Half-pound can be used in insulating interior walls, doing a better job than fiberglass, but it falls short compared to two-pound closed-cell, which makes a property more airtight than other types of insulation. Another positive is it’s also resistant to mold, unlike fiberglass and cellulose, which can trap unwanted moisture and organic material.

A foam roof, like most other roofing systems, expands and contracts as the weather changes. So, its critically important that the protective coating is able to expand and contract with the foam or it can be seriously damaged and result in cracks or delaminating.

One thing foam roofing needs is protection from the sun’s ultra-violet rays, water and foot traffic. So, once the foam has been applied to the correct thickness and finish, a protective layer of elastomeric coating, or gravel, is applied. This protective layer produces a durable weather resistant surface that can be walked on for normal maintenance. By applying this coating, it helps to protect and seal the foam from damage. Some foam roof coatings will even add strength to the roof itself and the property’s structure.

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We’ll help you determine which coating is best for your property. Most coatings used over sprayed foam and other roof deck surfaces are lighter or white in color. The most common types are

    •    Acrylic Roof Coatings
    •    Silicone Roof Coatings
    •    Urethane Roof Coatings
    •    Polyurethane Roof Coatings

Foam Roofing Saves You Money
Choosing a foam roof for your property can save you money in the long run, allowing you to put your hard-earned money towards other things you want like vacations, recreational toys, your kid’s education, or retirement. Spray foam roofing systems have a low maintenance cost, last a long time and will save you money on your utility bills.

As mentioned above, a properly installed spray foam roof can last 40 years or more and can then be re-coated to extend the lifespan. Over a foam roof’s lifetime, they have the lowest cost per square foot. Other roofing systems can cost as much as 4 times more to maintain.

Foam roofs are installed without mechanical fasteners, creating a seamless barrier that reduces air leakage by as much as 83%, saving a property owner a lot of money through their utility costs.  Heat transfer through fasteners on single-ply system can cause up to 23% energy loss. Just 1″ or more of foam roofing greatly reduces heat transfer through studs, fasteners, and deck gaps. Studies have shown that these savings can pay for the entire cost of the roof in as little as 4-5 years.
Spray foam roofing has three main energy saving features:

    1.    Heat Transfer: Heat transfer is blocked by the high R-value of closed cell spray foam,  as much as double that of other traditional roofing materials.
    2.    Blocking Air Leaks: Homes can gain or lose much heat through leaking air. Foam roof systems create a seamless, solid surface that does an excellent job of creating air barriers. Its self-flashing and adds protection against water and air leaks around HVAC vents, skylights, chimneys and other roof penetrations, which are typically the biggest problem areas on  your roof.
    3.    Heat Reflection: The light or white coating on a spray foam roof is more reflective than other types of roofing systems. Some areas of the country require these types of coatings. Also, they are proven to lower the heat-island effect in bigger cities.

Foam Roofing is Environmentally Friendly
When you install a spray foam roofing system, less materials are needed over the life of the roof. As we’ve mentioned, properly maintained foam roofing systems can last more than 40 years and be easily re-coated, without the need for tearing off the original material.  In many cases, it can even be applied over the current problem roofing system, fixing the problem while greatly reducing construction waste.

Lower energy usage also means that you’re creating a smaller carbon footprint which helps to preserve the environment for future generations.

Mikku and Sons Roofing (623) 465-1068 has been providing quality foam roof repair, foam roof installation, foam roof replacement and other roof repair services to Fountain Hills and the surrounding Phoenix area communities. We’ve been a reputable, quality roofing contractor since 2001. Give us a call when you need solid advice about maintaining or installing a spray foam roofing system.