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Western Colloid Fluid Applied Roofing and Coating Systems
Unlike any other company, Western Colloid works with contractors to help build their business.
If you are new to Fluid Applied Reinforced Roofing let Western Colloid introduce you to these profitable roofing systems. The quality of the products combined with our excellent training programs and customer support create many opportunities for roofing contractors. Best of all we can help lower your liability while helping you be more profitable!
We are proud of the relationships we have built over the years with our customers. We just don’t sell the products; we’re with you every step of the way.
Western Colloid offers sales support, installation training, exceptional warranties and maintenance programs.
100 Useful Videos: Training Information Best Practices
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Training videos, best practices and more is what you'll find on the Western Colloid YouTube channel! Over 100 useful videos await you! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss a single video!
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FARR Best Practices
Gain access to this comprehensive training program for job site preparation, safety and efficient installation techniques.
Great products along with a quality installation must be combined with good job site preparation. This ensures a successful project where everyone wins.
The Western Colloid team educates on how to prepare the job site, the equipment, and how to maximize crew efficiency in real-world scenarios. These techniques, tips and training can save thousands of dollars on labor alone.
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Understanding Roof Renovation: What is the Difference Between a Roof Coating and a Roof Coating System?
There are some big differences between a roof coating and a roof coating system that you need to know as a building owner in order to make smart roofing decisions.
The Understanding Roof Renovation podcast dives deep into the topic of restoring roofs. As the popularity of roof restoration continues to grow among building owners and contractors, many questions arise. With a wide variety of roofing systems on existing buildings and many available restoration options, we turned to the experts at Western Colloid to answer your questions on roof restoration.
Greg Hlavaty, Hal Leland and the team at Western Colloid have been manufacturing and installing these systems for more than 50 years and they have seen it all! We will tackle a different topic each month and answer questions submitted by you, our listeners.
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Offering Live Demos in the West!
Want to learn about the lucrative business of fluid-applied coatings? Watch this video and attend our next demonstration.
For over 50 years, Western Colloid has been helping contractors build their businesses using superior roof coating systems. Learn the secrets, tips and tricks to being efficient and productive. Install a quality roof with fewer guys.
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Training videos, best practices and more is what you'll find on the Western Colloid YouTube channel! Over 100 useful videos await you! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss a single video!
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Training Opportunities with Western Colloid
For over 45 years Western Colloid has been helping contractors build their businesses using superior roof coating systems. What can you and your team expect from the Western Colloid training program? Here’s a quick look:
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eBooks
Download the Understanding Commercial Roof Restoration eBook today!
Your building’s roof is not just for keeping rainwater from seeping in.
It’s an expensive asset that should be cared for. Although we care for our equipment with routine maintenance few building owners actually maintain their roof. This guide is designed to give you a new way to think about your ...
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3 Tips for a Successful Coatings Installation
Interested in learning more about fluid applied roofing? Get a heads up on the preferred equipment and methods to use.
Download our overview of best practices for:
Equipment
Efficiency
Maintenance
Provide a superior roof for your clients and save money in labor, production costs in materials.
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Understanding Gravel Roofs
Have you ever wondered why they installed them? Then, how to restore them? Is your building a candidate for a roof restoration?
Find out the answers to your questions and much more in this eBook from Western Colloid!
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The Coffee Shops™ Announce 2025 Influencers
Our Influencers program celebrates its ninth year of giving back to the industries it serves.
The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2025 Influencers for RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS), MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS), CoatingsCoffeeShop® (CCS) and RCS en Español.
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Latest Podcasts
State of the Coatings Industry
On this episode of CoatingsTalk, Karen Edwards is joined by Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland of Western Colloid to talk about the current state of the coatings industry. This rapidly growing segment of the roofing industry is appealing to building owners and contractors alike as they realize the benefits for ...
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Understanding Roof Restoration Episode 12 - The Argument for Good Roof Maintenance
In this episode of Understanding Roof Restoration, host Karen Edwards welcomes Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland to talk about the importance of ongoing roof maintenance. Listen to learn why you should be maintaining your roof, what to expect from a roof maintenance checkup and how regular inspections and repairs can ...
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Understanding Roof Restoration Episode 11 - Reflective Roofs & Energy Efficiency: Why it Matters
In this episode of Understanding Roof Restoration, host Karen Edwards welcomes Grag Hlavaty and Hal Leland to talk about the history of reflective roofing, why it is now part of building codes in many jurisdictions and the impact that a reflective system can have. Learn how and why reflective systems ...
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State of the Coatings Industry
On this episode of CoatingsTalk, Karen Edwards is joined by Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland of Western Colloid to talk about the current state of the coatings industry. This rapidly growing segment of the roofing industry is appealing to building owners and contractors alike as they realize the benefits for ...
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Western Colloid 3 Tips Successful Coatings Installation
October 9, 2019
Many roofing companies shy away from coatings due to the unknowns. A few have had an unpleasant experience. If you set up your project correctly you will find that the coatings side to your business can be extremely lucrative. You can provide a superior roof for your clients ...
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The difference of a word: Roof coatings versus roof coating systems
As the popularity of roof restoration continues to rise, there's no better place to get a crash course in the topic than the Understanding Roof Restoration Podcast, featuring Greg Hlavaty, Hal Leland and their expert team at Western Colloid! In the first episode of the series, they take a deep ...
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Looking for a way to boost your low-slope roofing knowledge? Check out the 100+ videos about training, best practices and more available through Western Colloid's YouTube channel!
With over 50 years of experience serving the industry, Western Colloid is known as a pioneer of energy saving and cool roof coating products. ...
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Roof Evaluator Wanted
Roofing Manufacturer is looking for the right person to inspect commercial roofs and support customer base.
Territory includes Northern and Central California.
Must have good driving record.
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Western Colloid's Understanding Roof Restoration Video Playlist
The Understanding Roof Restoration podcast dives deep into the topic of restoring roofs. As the popularity of roof restoration continues to grow among building owners and contractors, there are many questions that arise. With a wide variety of roofing systems on existing buildings and many available restoration options, we turned ...
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