How quality repair products build long-term roofing wins

By Jesse Sanchez. 

Smart repairs and better products mean more than a fix, they mean lasting business. 

Quality sealants and maintenance practices help roofing contractors not only make successful repairs, but also secure long-term relationships with building owners. In this CoatingsTalk, Megan Ellsworth talks with KARNAK’s Chris Huettig and John McDermott about the practical advantages of KARNAK’s repair sealants, such as the 505MS (Karna-Flex WB), the solvent-based 502 (Karna-Flex) and the ultra-versatile 671 Karna-Seal. 

Chris described how the wrong sealant choice can paint owners into a corner. “If we just sold that silicone sealant, then wherever that sealant is applied, it pigeonholes that building owner. Now if they want their roof coated, it has to be silicone, because nothing sticks to silicone but silicone.” Instead, KARNAK pushes contractors to consider long-term coating compatibility. John noted that these products are designed with real-world demands in mind. “Ease of application directly from the container,” he said, is non-negotiable. “If it doesn’t stick, it doesn’t matter.” That line alone demonstrates their philosophy: performance first. 

Beyond the product specs, the conversation expanded to how these solutions help contractors work more efficiently, reduce callbacks and strengthen their bottom line. “The contractor has one shot to fix that leak and gain that building owner’s trust,” Chris said. “And that trust, it could be one roof today, 10 roofs tomorrow.” The duo also spotlighted KARNAK’s robust training offerings. From KARNAK University to on-site Qualified Applicator training and a feature-rich mobile app, the company arms contractors with the tools they need to get the job done right. 

Read the transcript, Listen to the podcast or Watch the webinar to learn more about how quality repair products like KARNAK’s Karna-Flex and Karna-Seal help contractors secure trust, repeat business and long-term roofing success!