Roof sealants are not a new phenomenon when it comes to protecting the surface of your roof from water damage. The first coating of roof sealant (a layer between the tiles and the roof) is used as a waterproof layer against rain, hail, snow, and ice; it also acts as an energy barrier to stop heat from escaping and acts as an effective privacy barrier. While these benefits are obvious, the use of roof sealant in the context of protecting a roof from water damage has been somewhat overlooked.
Locating the source of a leaking roof leak can often be difficult, but it’s essential. To ensure the maximum effectiveness of roofing protection, roof sealant should be applied over an entire roof surface, as opposed to thin layers applied at specific locations. You can find the best sealant options for these kinds of repair jobs from companies such as CT1.
One method of penetrating the surface to coat it with roof sealant is called roller application. Rolled out tar paper or rolls are placed over the roof surface, followed by sheets of roof sealant. As the tar sheets are applied, they gradually penetrate the surface, providing a protective barrier – this method leaves a thin clear protective film. This film can prevent rain, snow and ice from penetrating the roof, and prevents moisture from seeping into the structure of the shingles. However, the most efficient way of providing roof protection is to treat all flat surfaces with the same roof sealant, regardless of location.
