Expanding the innovation envelope

By Dani Sheehan. 

See how Gaco delivers simplicity, speed and sustainability to roof restoration. 

Trade show season is in full swing, and one question always seems to surface on the exhibit floor: What’s new? Contractors are after faster installs, easier applications and products that deliver results without adding complexity. At the Western Roofing Expo (WRE), Bryce Yost, western regional business manager for Gaco, said that constant demand for simplicity and reliability is what fuels the company’s latest innovations.   

“People are always looking for innovation. They’re looking for faster installs. They’re looking for products that are more user friendly – how can you get on a job, off a job and have maximum savings with labor,” Bryce shared. “We’ve got some really good stuff rolling out and it’s exciting to talk to contractors about it all.” One of their newest products is the GacoBase U95, a two-component urethane maintenance base coat designed to make difficult roof restorations simpler, faster and more sustainable. 

No such thing as too hard to restore 

Traditionally, built-up gravel roofs (BUR) nearing the end of their life cycle have been a challenge to restore confidently. GacoBase U95, however, can be rolled or brushed directly over existing single-ply, asphaltic, BUR or previously coated roof systems – no special spray equipment needed. 

“Normally when people think about Gaco, they think silicone,” Bryce explained. “But with this product, we’re expanding that envelope. It’s perfect for older roofs that have been difficult to restore, and we can offer warranties across the board with it. Customers love that – they want solutions they can trust, and that’s what we’re delivering.” 

Once applied, GacoBase U95 forms a seamless, high-tensile film that protects foam substrates and prevents oil migration on asphalt roofs, all without requiring a bleed-blocking primer. It’s ready for a topcoat in as little as four hours, helping you move efficiently from prep to finish. 

Sustainability, versatility and reliability backed by Gaco 

Formulated with renewable castor oil, the base coat provides a USDA Bio-Preferred, low-VOC alternative to traditional petroleum-based materials. The product is compliant in all 50 states and carries UL and FM approvals for roof maintenance coatings.  

GacoBase U95 can also be used as the foundation for any GacoFlex topcoat depending on project needs. It’s available in five-gallon kits and supported by Gaco’s industry-leading warranties, including up to 20 years for roof coating applications. 

Whether you’re restoring an aging BUR system or looking for a sustainable base coat to simplify your next project, GacoBase U95 proves that innovation doesn’t have to mean complicated. With its user-friendly application, strong performance and biobased formulation, it’s another example of how Gaco continues to lead the industry in forward-thinking solutions. 

Watch the full interview to see what else you missed from Gaco on the expo floor at WRE!