Expert Commercial Roof Coatings & Restoration
Protect Your Building. Extend Roof Life.
Your roof is one of the most important assets your building has, but that doesn’t mean replacement is always the best next step. Borntrager Inc. helps building owners and property managers determine whether their roof should be coated, recovered, or replaced based on its current condition, performance needs, and budget goals. The goal is straightforward: preserve what still has value and replace only when it’s necessary.
Restore Instead of Replace
Reinforce Your Roof Without Starting Over
If your roof has sections of wear, minor moisture intrusion, or aging seams—but the structure and insulation are still in good condition—a roof recover can be the right middle-ground solution. Instead of removing the existing roof, we install a new membrane directly over it. This approach strengthens weather protection, improves energy performance, and renews the roof’s service life—all while avoiding the cost, mess, and downtime of a full tear-off.
A recover is especially beneficial when you want to:
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Address leaks or deteriorating surface conditions
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Improve energy efficiency or reflectivity
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Gain a new manufacturer warranty
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Extend roof performance without committing to a full replacement
It’s a long-term reinforcement strategy that preserves what still works while adding a new layer of defense where it matters most.
What are Commercial Roof Coatings?
Revive. Protect. Built To Last.
A roof coating is a seamless, fluid-applied membrane installed directly over your existing commercial roof system. Borntrager’s team applies high-grade elastomeric or silicone coatings designed to bond to surfaces like EPDM, TPO, PVC, modified bitumen, and metal roofs. Once cured, the coating forms a continuous, watertight barrier that reflects UV rays, prevents leaks, and protects against ponding water.
This process—known as a roof recover—extends the life of your roof by decades and helps you avoid the high cost and disruption of tearing off and replacing your current system.
Ideal Building Types for Roof Coatings
Roof coatings are a strong fit for most low-slope and flat-roof buildings, including:
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Warehouses and distribution centers
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Manufacturing facilities and industrial plants
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Retail plazas and strip malls
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Office buildings and business parks
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Schools, churches, and municipal buildings
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Apartment complexes and multi-family structures
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Hospitals and healthcare facilities
These buildings often have large, accessible roof surfaces made of materials like TPO, EPDM, PVC, modified bitumen, or metal — all of which can be successfully restored using a coating system.
Why Choose Us?
#1 Roof Coating Installer Since 1978
For nearly five decades, Borntrager Inc. has been trusted by building owners, property managers, and general contractors throughout the Midwest for our commitment to craftsmanship, safety, and long-term value. Our team is trained in advanced coating technologies and precision application methods that ensure every project meets manufacturer specifications.
From initial inspection to warranty documentation, Borntrager handles every detail—so you can focus on running your business while we extend the life of your roof.