Conklin roofing systems for commercial roofs
Conklin Roofing Systems for Commercial Roofs
You're asking: What are Conklin roofing systems for commercial roofs?
Conklin roofing systems are a type of roof coating or membrane designed to restore and protect existing commercial roofs. They are known for being white, which helps reflect sunlight and keep buildings cooler, saving energy.
High Energy Bills and a Hot Building
You might notice your air conditioning running constantly, struggling to keep your building cool on hot days. Your energy bills are climbing, and maybe your tenants or employees are complaining that it's too warm inside. If you were to touch your roof surface, it would feel incredibly hot, almost scorching.
Your Roof is Overheating
Most dark commercial roofs absorb a lot of the sun's energy, getting very hot. A typical dark roof can reach temperatures of 150-185°F on a sunny day. This heat soaks into your building, making your HVAC system work harder to cool the inside. This costs you money in higher energy bills and puts more wear and tear on your cooling equipment. Over time, this constant heating and cooling also stresses your existing roof materials, making them break down faster and leading to leaks.
A Conklin White Roof System
Conklin roofing systems are designed to address this problem by creating a bright, reflective surface on your commercial roof. We use white acrylic coatings that reflect much of the sun's UV rays instead of absorbing them. This keeps the roof surface much cooler—often 50-60°F cooler than a dark roof—which means less heat gets into your building. This directly translates to lower energy bills for cooling.
Here's how we typically install a Conklin roof system:
- Inspection: First, a contractor installing Conklin systems will inspect your current roof. We check its condition, look for leaks, assess the insulation, and make sure the roof deck is sound. This step is critical because not all roofs are good candidates for restoration. If your insulation is soaked or the roof deck is failing, a coating won't solve those deeper problems.
- Preparation: We thoroughly clean the roof surface, often using power washers, to remove dirt, debris, and any loose coatings. Any existing damage, like small cracks or punctures, is repaired.
- Sealing: We reinforce seams, penetrations (like pipes and vents), and transition areas with fabric and additional coating. This makes these common leak points watertight.
- Coating Application: We apply one or more layers of a white, highly reflective acrylic coating across the entire roof surface. This creates a seamless, durable, and reflective membrane. For metal roofs, we use specific coatings designed to stop rust and protect the metal. For flat roofs, the coatings provide excellent ponding water resistance.
- Final Inspection: After the system cures, we do a final walk-through to ensure everything is properly applied and sealed.
The result is a bright, seamless, and waterproof roof that helps lower your energy costs and extends the life of your existing roof. Our EPDM roof coatings, for example, can transform a black rubber roof into a white, energy-efficient surface.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Conklin roof systems only for certain types of commercial roofs?
No, Conklin offers systems for many types of commercial roofs, including metal, modified bitumen, EPDM, TPO, and even existing spray polyurethane foam. Each system is tailored to the specific needs of the roof material.
How long do these systems last?
Service life depends on the roof's condition, the system used and how well it is maintained; ask the contractor to put the expected service life in writing. Regular maintenance helps ensure it performs as expected over its lifespan.
Will a Conklin system really save me money on energy?
Yes. By reflecting sunlight, the white surface keeps your building cooler, which reduces the demand on your air conditioning. This can lead to noticeable savings on your utility bills, especially in warmer climates or during hot summer months.
Ready to see if a Conklin system is right for your commercial building? Our network of contractors installing Conklin systems can provide an on-site inspection and a no-obligation quote. We'll assess your roof's condition and explain your options. Call us today at (309) 303-3128 or visit our contact page to get started.
Keep Reading on This Site
Industry Sources
- National Roofing Contractors Association(opens in a new tab)
Commercial roofing standards and guidance.
- Cool Roof Rating Council. Building Owner Resources(opens in a new tab)
How reflective roof surfaces lower cooling load.
- U.S. EPA. Using Cool Roofs to Reduce Heat Islands(opens in a new tab)
Measured surface-temperature and energy impacts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a roofing contractor installing Conklin systems?
An independent commercial roofing contractor that installs Conklin metal restoration, spray foam and single-ply coating systems. White Roofing Systems connects building owners with these contractors; the contractor does the inspection, proposal and work.
Does restoration really cost less than replacement?
Whether restoration costs less than replacement depends on the roof's condition, which an on-site inspection confirms.
Do Conklin roof systems carry a warranty?
Conklin offers warranty options on its systems. The term, coverage, and transfer rules depend on the system, the roof's condition, and manufacturer approval; ask for the full warranty document before you sign.
How do I request a free commercial roof inspection?
Submit the inspection form on this site or call us, and a contractor installing Conklin systems in your area will schedule an on-site visit within a few business days.
