the world of coatings is a lot more sophisticated than deploying a ladder and paint roller.
The market for metal roof coatings is vast. There is certainly no dishonor in a metal roof giving out after performing well for decades, and the number of industrial and commercial uses seems limitless. The most frugal building owners one can meet, however, are often found in these settings, and quick, inexpensive fixes will always get their attention. Yet the world of coatings is a lot more sophisticated than deploying a ladder and paint roller.
Many systems recommend affixing a reinforcement, usually polyester, over seams and other areas with potential for thermal movement. There are also panel replacements, caulking exposed fasteners, reinstalling fasteners, penetration mitigation, rust inhibitors and primers to give the repairs longevity. While the failure of most metal roofs is not systematic, the coatings industry is not shy about blanketing the entire roof in a protective membrane that gives the appearance of a new roof. And that gleaming white surface is increasingly being touted as a way to reduce energy costs.