By Emma Peterson.
2025 has been a turbulent time of uncertainty for many professionals in the roofing industry. We saw U.S. tariffs placed on materials like steel and aluminum, climbing as high as 50%, causing a cascade of supply chain issues that led to contractors reporting price hikes of 10-20%. Because of this, roofing and reroofing projects have become more expensive, making it more important now than ever for contractors to help their clients find affordable solutions without sacrificing performance.
Because of this, coatings systems have risen in popularity as an affordable alternative. Not only do they deliver long-term durability and efficiency but also offset roofing project costs. Coatings are available at an affordable rate as they offer an alternative to traditional tear off and reroof projects – restoration. As the experts from Topps Products explained, “By applying a protective coating to an existing roof, contractors can extend the service life of metal roofing systems, often delaying the need for a full tear-off or costly replacement. This means less demand for new steel or aluminum, which are currently subject to the steepest price increases.”

Furthermore, if you apply a reflective coating, such as Topps Products’ Topp Seal coating, you will also be lowering the maintenance needs and extending the overall lifespan of the roof. This is because reflective coatings reduce thermal expansion and contraction – one of the main causes of premature roof failure!
In addition to the performance and cost benefits for your clients, offering coatings can be very beneficial for your company. Here’s a few reasons coatings are a smart business strategy:
Overall, if you are looking for a way to help your business thrive in a turbulent market, coatings are a great solution.
Visit www.toppsproducts.com to learn more about professional roof coating solutions.
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About Emma
Emma Peterson is a writer at The Coffee Shops and AskARoofer™. Raised in the dreary and fantastical Pacific Northwest, she graduated in 2024 from Pacific University in Oregon with a degree in creative writing and minors in graphic design and Chinese language. Between overthinking everything a little bit, including this bio, she enjoys watching movies with friends, attending concerts and trying to cook new recipes.
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