Why Central Texas Roofs Run Hot and What to Do About It

If you have a flat roof, TPO, or an aging metal roof in Central Texas, you already know how brutal summer heat can be. The roof takes the full brunt of it. And when that heat transfers into your building, your AC runs harder, your utility bills climb, and your roof materials wear down faster than they should.

That's exactly the problem a quality roof coating system is designed to solve. We now offer UniFlex roof coating systems backed by Sherwin-Williams, and the difference in roof surface temperature is significant. A standard dark roof can hit 158.5 degrees under direct sun. The same roof with a UniFlex white coating drops to 91.5 degrees. That's not a small gap - that's a completely different thermal load on your building.

What we like about UniFlex is that it's not just about keeping things cool. It's a full protection system. You get reduced wear and tear on the roof membrane itself, which means fewer repairs down the road and a longer overall roof life. For flat roofs especially, that kind of added longevity can push off a full replacement by years.

We work with homeowners and commercial property owners across Central Texas who are tired of paying the price for an underperforming roof. Whether it's a residential flat roof or a larger metal structure that's seen better days, a coating system like this is worth a serious look before you assume replacement is the only option.

And for those who already have - or are thinking about - solar, a cooler roof surface pairs well with a solar installation. Less heat stress on the structure, better overall efficiency. It's a combination that makes a lot of sense in a climate like ours.