50+ Years of Roofing Experience, Now Serving Durham with Protective Coating
A roof coating is a liquid-applied layer that bonds directly to your existing roof surface, adding waterproofing protection, improving reflectivity, and extending the roof’s useful life. For Durham homeowners with aging metal or flat roofs, it’s worth considering before committing to a full replacement. Cole Roofing & Construction has served homes and businesses in Durham, Chapel Hill, Raleigh, and beyond since 1973, and our dedicated flat roofing and metal roofing services make us a natural fit for coating work on those same roof types.
As a family-owned company, we approach every project with the same care we’d give our own home. Roof coating is one more way we help Durham homeowners protect what they’ve built.
Ready to find out whether your roof is a good candidate for coating? Call us at (984) 214-4022 for a free estimate and straightforward answers from our team.
Why Durham Homeowners Trust Cole Roofing & Construction
Our professionals are licensed and insured, and Cole Roofing & Construction holds CertainTeed® Certification, a third-party credential that reflects our commitment to quality installation standards. We’ve completed roofing work on landmark properties including North Carolina’s Governor’s Mansion and the North Carolina Museum of History, and those projects reflect the level of craftsmanship we bring to every job, regardless of size.
Over more than 50 years, we’ve served more than 11,000 satisfied customers across the Triangle. That track record isn’t something we take for granted. It’s the reason we treat every estimate and every project as an opportunity to earn your confidence again.
Serving Durham, Cary, Apex, Chapel Hill, & Raleigh
We provide roof coating services throughout Durham and the surrounding Triangle, including Cary, Apex, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh. Durham’s mix of historic properties and seasonal storm exposure creates real maintenance demands. Older rooftops that have weathered decades of North Carolina summers are often strong candidates for a protective coating before problems compound.
Get a Free Estimate
If you’re weighing coating against replacement, our team can walk you through what we find during the inspection so you can make the decision that makes sense for your roof and your budget. We offer free estimates and stand behind our commitment to quality and fair pricing.
Roof coatings are most commonly applied to metal roofs and flat or low-slope roofs. If your roof falls into one of those categories and you’ve noticed any of the warning signs below, a professional evaluation is worth scheduling.
Signs your roof may benefit from a coating:
Visible surface chalking or discoloration on the membrane or metal panels
Recurring minor leaks that keep returning despite spot repairs
Rising indoor cooling costs that suggest your roof is absorbing more heat than it once did
One important prerequisite: the roof substrate needs to be structurally sound, properly draining, and free of moisture damage before any coating is applied. Existing cracks, open seams, and flashing problems should be repaired first. Coating over compromised areas won’t resolve underlying structural issues.
Silicone vs. Acrylic Elastomeric Coatings
Two coating chemistries come up most often in residential roofing. Both types typically deliver a thermal reflectance in the 80–90 percent range, which may reduce the amount of heat your roof transfers into the building. Here’s how they differ:
Silicone Coatings
Silicone forms a seamless, waterproof membrane with strong UV resistance. It’s particularly well-suited to flat roofs where water may pond after heavy rain, because silicone doesn’t break down under standing water the way some other materials do.
Acrylic Elastomeric Coatings
Acrylic elastomeric coatings offer strong adhesion and flexibility, making them a cost-effective option for metal roofs and low-slope applications where ponding water isn’t a concern. They’re generally more budget-friendly than silicone, though they aren’t the right fit for roofs that regularly hold standing water.
How Professional Roof Coating Application Works
A professional roof coating project follows a consistent sequence designed to help the coating bond correctly and perform as expected.
Initial inspection: The roof is assessed for structural integrity, drainage, moisture damage, and any existing cracks or open seams
Surface preparation: The surface is thoroughly cleaned, and any necessary repairs are completed before coating begins
Coating application: The coating is applied at the manufacturer’s recommended thickness to provide full coverage and a continuous waterproof membrane
Final quality check: The finished surface is inspected to confirm uniform coverage and adhesion
Most residential roof coating projects are completed in one to three days, depending on roof size and weather conditions.
Whether you need a new roof, repairs, or a full exterior upgrade, our expert team is here to deliver quality craftsmanship and reliable service. At Cole Roofing & Construction, we take pride in protecting homes and businesses with durable, long-lasting solutions. Get started today—schedule a free consultation and let’s bring your vision to life!
