Commercial Roof Coatings and Restoration in Mobile, AL
Wise Builders restores commercial roofs with silicone and acrylic coatings across Mobile and Baldwin County: metal, TPO, PVC, mod-bit, and spray foam roofs that are still dry underneath.
We test first. Core cuts, a moisture check, and an adhesion test come before any coating gets priced, so you never pay to seal water into your roof.
Call (251) 305-7282 for a free roof inspection.
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Commercial Roof Coatings and Restoration
A roof coating is a seamless, fluid-applied layer over a roof that is still dry underneath. Done right, it stops leaks, reflects heat, and buys years before a replacement.
Silicone
The usual pick on the Gulf Coast. Silicone holds up to ponding water and UV better than acrylic. It goes over single-ply, mod-bit, spray foam, and metal roofs.
Acrylic
Lower cost and a bright white finish. Best on roofs that drain well, like sloped metal. Not a good choice where water stands after a rain.
Metal Roof Systems
Rusted panels are cleaned and primed, every screw and lap gets sealed, then the field is coated. It stops screw leaks across the whole roof at once.
When a Coating Works
Coatings are a great value on the right roof.
- The insulation is dry, confirmed by core cuts or a moisture scan.
- Leaks are at seams, screws, and flashings, not across the field.
- The roof has one membrane layer or is metal in sound condition.
- You want to push replacement out 10 years or more.
- You want a cooler building under a white roof.
When It Does Not
We will tell you when a coating is the wrong call.
- Wet insulation across large areas of the roof.
- Metal panels rusted through or purlins failing.
- Severe ponding that the slope cannot fix.
- Membrane that is shrinking or pulling off the walls.
- An existing roof that is already the second layer.
What a Roof Coating Costs
A coating costs a fraction of a new roof. The range depends on the coating, how much goes on, and how much repair comes first.
Typical Gulf Coast Cost Ranges
Typical Gulf Coast ranges for a 10,000 square foot roof. Your inspection replaces these with one fixed price.
| System | Cost per Sq Ft | 10,000 Sq Ft Roof | On-Site Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acrylic coating restorationdry roof, good drainage | $1.25 to $2.25 | $12,500 to $22,500 | 3 to 5 working days |
| Silicone coating restorationponding areas, single-ply or mod-bit | $3.50 to $6.00 | $35,000 to $60,000 | 4 to 7 working days |
| Metal roof coating systemfasteners and seams treated, then coated | $3.50 to $6.00 | $35,000 to $60,000 | 5 to 8 working days |
| Silicone recoat of an existing coated roof | $1.75 to $2.50 | $17,500 to $25,000 | 2 to 4 working days |
| Repairs before coatingwet areas cut out, seams and blisters fixed | $0.70 to $1.40 | $7,000 to $14,000 | Adds 1 to 3 days |
A coating is a restoration, not a new roof. It works on a roof that is still dry underneath. If core cuts or a moisture scan show wet insulation, that area gets cut out and replaced before anything is sprayed.
What Changes a Coating Price
Coating bids vary more than any other roofing bid. These are the reasons.
Mil Thickness
The warranty term follows how much coating goes on. A cheap bid often means a thin coat. Our proposal lists the dry-film thickness and the gallons per square.
Prep and Primer
Pressure washing, rust treatment, seam tape, and primer decide whether the coating sticks. We run an adhesion test before we price the full roof.
Repairs First
Coating over a wet roof traps water. Cutting out wet areas and fixing seams adds cost, and it is the only way the coating lasts.
Ranges are installed costs for a simple 10,000 square foot low-slope roof. Deck, purlin, and wet-insulation replacement, HVAC curb work, and permits are priced after we inspect the roof.
"Jim Brock is the best project manager ever! He constantly communicated with me about the materials, build and timeline. No stones were unturned! Exceptional work by his team."
From Inspection to Warranty
Every commercial roof runs through one contract and one project manager. You make the decisions. We carry the crew, the permit, the inspections, and the warranty paperwork.
Step 1. Roof Inspection and Core Cuts
We walk the roof and check the membrane or panels, seams, flashings, curbs, drains, gutters, and edge metal. We cut cores to see the layers and test the insulation for moisture, and we look at the deck or purlins from inside when we can.
Step 2. Options and a Fixed Price
You get a written proposal with every layer, thickness, fastening pattern, and warranty term listed, plus a fixed price. When repair, coating, recover, and replacement are all real options, we price them side by side.
Step 3. Wind Design and Permit
We size the fastening, perimeter and corner enhancement, and edge metal to the design wind speed for your address, then pull the permit with the city or county that has your building.
Step 4. Schedule Around Your Business
We plan the work around your hours. On occupied buildings we work in sections, protect HVAC intakes, and dry in every section before the crew leaves. Your doors stay open.
Step 5. Install With Daily Updates
Your project manager is on the roof with the crew and sends progress photos. Hidden damage, like rusted purlins or wet insulation, is priced at the unit price in your proposal and approved by you before we fix it.
Step 6. Inspection, Warranty and Closeout
The manufacturer inspects the finished roof before it issues the warranty. You get the warranty, the final inspection, lien waivers, and a photo record of the roof, start to finish.
"Great people, great work and great experience. Great communication by William Fields. Work was done on schedule and exactly as stated. I will use these guys again!"
Work From Our Recent Jobs
Two recent Duro-Last PVC retrofits over rusted metal roofs: The Homestead Mobile in Theodore and the Mobile SPCA in Mobile.
See the full scope of both jobs on our commercial roofing page. We also build out commercial interiors, like Breakout Games at The Wharf.
Why Building Owners and Property Managers Hire Us
One Contractor, Roof and Building
We are a licensed general contractor, not only a roofer. When a leak has ruined ceilings, drywall, or insulation, the same crew and the same project manager fix the inside too.
One Fixed Price, in Writing
The proposal lists the system, every layer, the warranty term, and unit prices for hidden damage. The price changes only through a written change order you sign first.
Built for Small and Mid-Size Buildings
Offices, retail centers, churches, metal shops, and apartments are our focus. Your roof gets a dedicated project manager, not the crew left over from a warehouse job.
The Credentials Behind Every Commercial Roof
Wise Builders holds Alabama General Contractor License #60291 and is a Duro-Last approved contractor, which lets us offer manufacturer No-Dollar-Limit warranties up to 30 years, depending on the system. Every commercial roof also carries our 5-year workmanship warranty. We carry general liability and workers' compensation and are BBB accredited.
Before you sign with anyone, ask for the license number, a certificate of insurance, and a sample of the warranty you will actually receive. A No-Dollar-Limit warranty covers labor and materials for leaks. A materials-only warranty does not. We send ours with the proposal.
"The contract was clear and all work was performed on schedule. A certificate of compliance was issued by a third party after inspection. It is refreshing to find a company like this."
Frequently Asked Questions About Roof Coatings
Is a roof coating worth it?
On the right roof, yes. A coating over a dry roof can stop leaks and add 10 years or more for a fraction of a replacement. On a roof with wet insulation, it is wasted money. That is why we test first.
Silicone or acrylic on the Gulf Coast?
Silicone, in most cases. It holds up to ponding water and our UV. Acrylic works on roofs that drain well, like sloped metal, and costs less. Either way, fixing drainage comes first.
How long does a coating last?
Typically 10 to 20 years, depending on how thick it goes on. When it wears, it can be cleaned and recoated instead of torn off.
Can you coat a wet roof?
No. Coating traps the water and the roof rots from inside. Wet areas get cut out and replaced before anything is sprayed.
How much does a commercial roof coating cost?
On the Gulf Coast, a commercial roof coating typically runs $1.25 to $6.00 per square foot: $1.25 to $2.25 for acrylic, $3.50 to $6.00 for silicone, and $3.50 to $6.00 for a full metal roof coating system with seams and fasteners treated. A 10,000 square foot silicone restoration is roughly $35,000 to $60,000.
Does a coating come with a warranty?
Yes. Coating warranties follow the system and the thickness applied. We list the warranty term in the proposal, with the dry-film thickness that earns it.
Ready to Add Years to Your Roof?
Your coating starts with a free inspection, core cuts, and an honest answer on whether your roof can be coated. Nothing to pay and nothing to sign.
Wise Builders Roofing and Renovations holds Alabama General Contractor License #60291, is a Duro-Last approved contractor, and brings one project manager, one written scope, and one fixed price to every commercial roof in Mobile and Baldwin County.
Call our Mobile headquarters at (251) 305-7282 or our Foley office at (251) 270-5270, or send the form and we will set a free roof inspection.
Wise Builders Roofing and Renovations, 6215 Rangeline Rd #105, Theodore, AL 36582 and 105 W Camphor Ave #100A, Foley, AL 36535.
"William is great to work with. Wise Builders are extremely thorough and professional. Everything was done exactly how and when they said it would be. A++++"