Silicone Roof Restoration Cuts Costs 50% for HOA, Commercial Properties

Golem Roofing, a Southern California contractor, is expanding its factory-certified silicone roof restoration services across Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Orange County. The company targets HOA communities and commercial property managers looking for an alternative to full roof replacement.

Silicone restoration can cut project costs by up to 50% compared with a full tear-off and replacement, the company said. That matters for boards and managers working within strict budget cycles. The coating also reflects solar radiation, lowering roof surface temperatures and reducing building cooling costs – a relevant feature under California's Title 24 energy standards.

Tax treatment adds another layer. Depending on how the project is structured, silicone restoration may qualify as a maintenance or repair expense rather than a capital improvement. That could allow property owners to deduct the cost within the same fiscal year, offering more financial flexibility than a full replacement.

Golem Roofing is a certified installer for several silicone manufacturers. Certified installations come with manufacturer-backed warranty coverage of up to 20 years with no dollar limit. The company adds its own 15-year workmanship warranty, backed by a third-party $250,000 guarantee.

For HOA boards, the decision often comes down to timing and disruption. A restoration project takes days, not weeks, and avoids the noise and debris of a full tear-off. The trade-off: silicone coatings work best on roofs that are structurally sound but showing wear. If the substrate is compromised, replacement may still be the only option.

Golem Roofing serves Long Beach, South Bay, Los Angeles County, and Orange County. The company said it is seeing growing demand from property managers who want to defer large capital outlays without sacrificing roof performance.