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Why Fluid-applied Roofing Systems Fail

Fluid-applied is the fastest growing segment in the commercial roofing industry. With these systems becoming increasingly popular because of their seamlessness, minimal disruption, cost effectiveness, and environmental impact. But when failures occur, the results can be costly and damaging to the reputation of everyone involved in the project. So, why do fluid-applied roofing systems fail? And what can ensure they …

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Why You Should Work with an Expert

In protecting your commercial property, your roof is one of the biggest investments. For this reason, choosing the right partner to restore its surface with a fluid-applied system is critical. Hear from one of our customers There are many contractors who offer fluid-applied roofing systems as one of many solutions, often alongside traditional systems. But at White Hat Industrial, we …

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Fluid-applied Roofing Systems: Definition, Use Cases, and Benefits

Fluid-applied roofing systems are quickly becoming a top solution for commercial and industrial buildings seeking long-lasting, energy-efficient, and cost-effective roof restoration. In this article, our team defines what a fluid-applied roofing system is, when you can use a fluid-applied roofing system, and the benefits you can gain when choosing a new fluid-applied roofing system for your property.

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How to Master Capital Project Planning

Budgeting and planning are both integral to mastering capital project planning, especially with commercial roofing projects. These types of projects can significantly impact tenant satisfaction and building value, which makes it imperative to plan well and plan ahead. In this article, we share key strategies you can use to master capital project planning and make your next commercial roofing project …

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The Narrow Window Where Fluid-applied Roofing Wins

In the commercial roofing industry, fluid-applied roofing systems are often treated like a lesser option because they’re misunderstood or people have had experiences with poor installation. But there’s a narrow window where fluid-applied solutions absolutely win! This is especially true when they’re installed by an industry expert who works with them 100% of the time. For roofing consultants tasked with …

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Commercial Roof Assessments: How to Simplify Budgeting Season

For real estate investment companies, property owners, and managers, it’s not just winter, spring, summer, and fall. There is a fifth season: budgeting season. In this article, our White Hat Industrial team shares how we’re helping clients, and can help you get the most accurate information you need for your budgeting season with our 3 levels of commercial roofing assessments.

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4 Budgeting Tips for Commercial Roofing Projects

Budgeting is key for your property-related projects, and can help eliminate any unnecessary project delays. But for budgeting to effective, it requires foresight and extensive planning. In this article, we share 4 budgeting tips for commercial roofing projects that can help you during your next budgeting season.

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When Fluid-applied Roofing Systems Are a Bad Idea

As a commercial roofing consultant, your role is part detective and part problem-solver. You’re not just guiding clients through the decision-making process, you’re helping them protect their built assets. This makes it imperative for you to present them with the best options in every scenario, including whether innovative fluid-applied roofing systems are the right fit. In this article, we explore …

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How to Be a Hero with Innovative Fluid-applied Roofing Solutions

As a consultant, you’re a trusted advisor to your clients and their properties. You are there to help them keep assets in good condition with the best solutions possible. So, why do innovative solutions not always make it to those decision-making conversations? If it out of fear? Fear of change or failure? Whatever it is, there is an immense loss …

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Misconceptions About Fluid-applied Roofing Systems

Fluid-applied roofing systems are the fastest-growing segment in the commercial roofing industry. Despite this, there’s still a lot of confusion and misconceptions around them. So, we’d like to provide some insights and education about these systems. Here are 8 examples of the misconceptions our team frequently encounters:

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Beat the Heat: Restoration Temperature Advantages

Commercial roofs often absorb a lot of heat and are hot to the touch, which can usually be attributed to darker colored surfaces, like asphalt, EPDM, and BUR. However, when restoring your roof, you’re able to use fluid-applied heat reducing solutions that reflect heat instead of absorbing it. This then allows the surface to remain cool to the touch, which …

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Timely Roof Response: Proactivity in the wake of severe weather

When severe weather occurs, the structural integrity of your building is a priority, and waiting to resolve leaks can lead to bigger issues. That’s why it’s critical to have a partner with a timely roof response process and a fluid-applied expert you can trust who will be proactive in the wake of severe weather. This is something we take seriously …

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Installing a Fluid-applied Watertight Solution at a Pharmacy

Our team helped a pharmacy restore one of their existing metal roofs with a fluid-applied system and replace existing skylights. This included evaluating the existing performance of the metal substrate, installing a new fluid-applied roofing system, and using proprietary processes. The main purpose of this project was for the customer to bring the roof of their building back to top …

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FAQ: Fluid-applied Acrylic Roofing Systems

At White Hat Industrial, we specialize in numerous roofing systems with unique performance and application characteristics. One of those is acrylic roofing systems. If you’re exploring fluid-applied acrylic roofing systems as a solution for your property, you’re in the right place. Our team of experts have compiled some frequently asked questions we hear about this functional, sustainable, and economical commercial …

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Better Service with White Hat Industrial

At White Hat Industrial, we prioritize being more than just another contractor. We’re dedicated to providing our customers with impeccable service long after their roofing project is complete.

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Restoring a Metal Roof with a Fluid-applied Acrylic System

Our team helped a medical manufacturing facility restore an existing metal roof with fluid-applied solutions. We preserved the substrate with an acrylic system in Florida. This included evaluating the existing performance of the metal substrate, installing a fluid-applied acrylic system, and using proprietary processes. The main purpose of this project was for the customer to bring the surface of their …

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The Impact of Tariffs and the Offsetting Value of Innovations

The roofing industry is facing mounting challenges as new roofing material tariffs drive up costs across the supply chain. For commercial and industrial property owners, this means higher expenses for both roof replacement and restoration. Understanding how these tariffs will affect the market can help your business make informed decisions for any upcoming projects. White Hat Industrial is committed to …

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Fluid-applied Restoration vs. Traditional Replacement

When maintaining a commercial or industrial roof, building owners often face a crucial decision: should they restore their existing roof with a fluid-applied solution or opt for a complete replacement? While both options have their merits, understanding the key differences of fluid-applied restoration vs. traditional replacement can save you significant time and money while extending the lifespan of your structure. …

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Fluid-applied Roof Restoration Is Worth It

Fluid-applied roof restoration is indeed effective, offering an innovative alternative to complete roof replacement. This process not only extends the life of your roof but also enhances its aesthetic appeal and functional performance. The success of roof restoration is demonstrated through numerous case studies that showcase its efficacy and long-term benefits over traditional methods.

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Fluid-applied Roof Restoration Impacts at a Warehouse Facility

This fluid-applied case study highlights how our team of commercial roof restoration experts helped a well-known international tool brand restore one of their warehouse facilities in Arkansas. This included restoring the original substrate, which consisted of Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM). The main reason for this project was to bring the roof back to top performance with a more sustainable …

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Preserving Retail Centers with Fluid-applied Roof Restoration

Our team of fluid-applied roof restoration experts helped a real estate investment company preserve the structural integrity across two of their large retail roofs in Alabama. This included restoring the original Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM) substrates to bring the existing surface back to top performance. This customer was also particularly interested in reducing waste to landfill. For this project, …

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Fluid-applied Roof Restoration Through the Unexpected

This fluid-applied case study shares how our team of roof restoration experts helped a retail automotive services company, with national reach, restore the roof on one of their Louisiana properties. This included restoring the facility’s original roof, which consisted of both metal and Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM). The main purpose of this project was for the customer to bring …

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How to Extend the Life of Your Roof

Traditional roofing methods entail installing a new roof and removing it when its performance is no longer considered “viable.” Doing this over and over can lead to misplaced capital investments and more generated waste. But what if there was a better solution offering lifecycle extension? In this blog, we’ll explore how you can enjoy your roof longer with fluid-applied lifecycle …

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Restoring a High-Traffic Retail Location in Texas

This fluid-applied retail case study showcases how our team helped a retail real estate management company restore a high-traffic retail location in Texas. This included using fluid-applied solutions and our proprietary processes to restore the facility’s original substrate of Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM). The primary purpose of the project was for the management company to bring the surface back …

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Providing a Better Fluid-applied Solution for Car Dealerships

Our team helped provide a better fluid-applied solution for car dealerships by restoring a company’s older retail location in South Carolina. The main purpose of this project was for them to gain a more modern and long-lasting roofing solution. And despite the tight time constraints, our team was able to provide exceptional results when restoring this car dealership roof. Our …

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How Roof Project Delays Lead to Higher Costs

It may seem like a simple answer to delay roofing projects when your company needs more capital to complete other tasks. However, this mindset can actually cost you more in the future and result in more pre-existing damage to your roof before the project starts. So, maybe roof project delays aren’t such a good idea. Our team of restoration experts …

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FAQ: Working with White Hat Industrial

Commercial roof restoration has become the fastest growing segment in the roofing industry for many reasons. But have you considered working with White Hat Industrial for fluid-applied restoration projects? In this article, our team of specialists shares insights and what it’s like to work with us. Our hope is this information helps you gain a better understanding of what a …

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FAQ: Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) Roofing Solutions

There are many fluid-applied and restoration roofing solutions available on the market. One of them being Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) roofing solutions, which offer a wide range of benefits to building owners and asset managers. But not sure what these benefits are or how they could be a good fit for your properties? In this blog, our team of go-to …

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Essential Preparations 6 Months Before Budgeting for Your Project

Capital projects can be a significant undertaking for companies of all sizes, which is why planning is essential for success. By thinking about your fluid-applied project cost 6 months early, you’ll be able to position your project for smoother execution and more accurately account for the associated costs. In this article, our team of experts will share 6 steps you …

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FAQ: Restoring with Silicone

If you’re researching or looking to make a roofing decision, you’re probably aware of EPDM, TPO, BUR, Rolled Asphalt, and other technologies that may have already come and gone. Today, fluid-applied roofing and some silicone based solutions are now some of the fastest growing systems in the commercial roofing industry. Our team of restoration experts would like to share some …

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3 Things Building Owners Must Prioritize for Their Roof

There are many building owner roof priorities to balance on a day-to-day basis. And while the roofs on your buildings may not always be top of mind, they’re important to maintaining your assets. But what are the most critical items to prioritize for the well-being of your roofs? In this blog, our team of go-to restoration specialists will share 3 …

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Restoring a National Distribution Center in Houston, TX

Our team helped a company with national reach restore the roof on one of their distribution centers in Houston, TX. This included using fluid-applied solutions to restore the facility’s original built-up roof (BUR), which consisted of multiple layers of tar and embedded rock aggregate. The main purpose of this project was for them to bring the surface back to top …

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Fluid-applied Solutions: Functional, Sustainable, and Economical

At White Hat Industrial, we know that fluid-applied solutions are functional, sustainable, and economical because our focus has been on roof restoration since the beginning. This focus has allowed us to be experts in the commercial roofing industry and continuously provide functional, sustainable, and economical solutions to our customers.

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How Fluid-applied Roof Restoration Contributes to Sustainable Goals

Fluid-applied roof restoration continues to grow in popularity because of its ability to support sustainability initiatives. These solutions can do this because of their eco-friendly and renewable properties. In recent years, sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives have become more prominent as businesses search for ways to minimize their environmental impact. Commercial roof restoration is a solution that …

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Traditional Replacement vs. Fluid-applied Restoration

The commercial roof on your property is one of the most critical and integral components of your asset. However, when addressing roofing issues, many building owners jump straight to the idea of replacing it with a traditional roofing system. Instead of comparing traditional replacement vs. fluid-applied restoration options. This is true, even when tear-off and replacement isn’t the best solution, …

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Roof Response Time

At White Hat Industrial, we believe every roof matters and there is no such thing as a small leak. That’s why our team makes it a priority to be a predictable and reliable partner in the commercial roofing industry. With every roof we complete and warranty, we use a 3-step systematic roof response time process to ensure nothing is overlooked …

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What to Consider When Thinking About Fluid-applied Restoration

Capital projects can be a significant investment. Your commercial roof protects your property from weather like rain, hail, and even more extreme conditions.The lifespan of a commercial roof may vary based upon materials used, weather, and the level of routine maintenance. Even with regular maintenance, there still comes a time when businesses must decide whether to restore or replace their …

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How to Plan for Your Fluid-applied Restoration Project

Fluid-applied restoration project planning is important to ensure you have a plan. A well-planned roof restoration project can save time and money, minimize operational disruptions, and provide a long-lasting solution to your property. In this blog, we’ll discuss how to plan for your fluid-applied restoration project.

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Why Roofing Waste is a Problem and How Restoration Can Help

Commercial roofing tear-off waste has always been the traditional method, leading contractors to remove and dispose of millions of tons of roofing material each year. However, this traditional method is no longer sustainable with the amount of waste it contributes to landfills and the negative environmental impacts it can have. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), roofing waste accounts …