PICTURES now addeded... FlexArmor roof replacement

[Bill_Diana]

See pictures on Page 2 of this posting.

I'm thinking about getting the motorhome roof replaced with FlexArmor. Can anyone here give their opinion or experience?

Click here for FlexArmor website.


Any idea what this might cost per linear foot?

Thanks for the help.

[RVRoof12]

dougrainer wrote:
I do NOT like the idea that they do NOT remove the top AC units. That is one place you DO find rotted areas when replacing a roof the CORRECT way. AND, you replace the AC seals and the other appliance mounts. The CORRECT replacement, you replace the roof vents(vent and refer) completely and the sewer vents completely. The only thing not replaced completely is the TV antenna/Sat dome. NOT removing the top appliances is NOT doing the job correctly. The added cost of those parts is less than $200. Regardless of what the FlexArmor shop states. Now, if they give YOU the choice between cheaper and the job done correctly at a higher cost, then I am OK with it. Doug

We just wanted to clarify for people following this thread. We do removed the A/Cs, spray inside the opening and reinstall with a new gasket. We have a specialized system we created for reinstalling roof mounted acs such as those found on Newmars where the bolts are located outside the gasket. When we do your roof the price includes the replacement of all vent pipes and lids, refrigerator base and lid, standard vent lids, camco vent covers and new a/c gaskets. Anything such as satellites and solar panels are also removed and our system that allows as to mount them back without puncturing the roof is used.

If you ever do need to remove or add something, we can spray just that area. We are currently working on expansion and you will start to see authorized applicators in other areas.

[Oldme]

Thanks for the info.
I am looking forward to your pictures and observations.

[Bill_Diana]

dougrainer wrote:
I do NOT like the idea that they do NOT remove the top AC units. That is one place you DO find rotted areas when replacing a roof the CORRECT way. AND, you replace the AC seals and the other appliance mounts. The CORRECT replacement, you replace the roof vents(vent and refer) completely and the sewer vents completely. The only thing not replaced completely is the TV antenna/Sat dome. NOT removing the top appliances is NOT doing the job correctly. The added cost of those parts is less than $200. Regardless of what the FlexArmor shop states. Now, if they give YOU the choice between cheaper and the job done correctly at a higher cost, then I am OK with it. Doug

Doug....

They do remove the AC unit...spray the roof.....insert a new AC seal....and then reinstall the AC. Im not sure what you are saying above.

Bill

[dougrainer]

mlts22 wrote:
From what I read, if a skylight or vent needs replaced, it is just cut out, the new one put in, then resprayed around the new area. I consider this the biggest downside... but no solution is perfect, and ever since RV makers stopped making rigs with reliable aluminum roofs, almost anything is better than what we have now.

Yes, and if you do NOT live in Florida, what do you do then?? Doug

[dougrainer]

I do NOT like the idea that they do NOT remove the top AC units. That is one place you DO find rotted areas when replacing a roof the CORRECT way. AND, you replace the AC seals and the other appliance mounts. The CORRECT replacement, you replace the roof vents(vent and refer) completely and the sewer vents completely. The only thing not replaced completely is the TV antenna/Sat dome. NOT removing the top appliances is NOT doing the job correctly. The added cost of those parts is less than $200. Regardless of what the FlexArmor shop states. Now, if they give YOU the choice between cheaper and the job done correctly at a higher cost, then I am OK with it. Doug

[mlts22]

From what I read, if a skylight or vent needs replaced, it is just cut out, the new one put in, then resprayed around the new area. I consider this the biggest downside... but no solution is perfect, and ever since RV makers stopped making rigs with reliable aluminum roofs, almost anything is better than what we have now.

[Bill_Diana]

Here is my undstanding as to what I can expect when they take my motorhome into the RV Roof shop. They will inspect the roof to determine if the old rubber needs to be removed. They will examine for soft spots that may necessitate plywood needing replaced. All vent covers and caps will be removed, including the AC shroud, refrigerator and sewer vents. All caulking will be removed. All the prep work is done on day one. The price does not include replacement of the shower skylight. They will replace the skylight if you want and only charge for material. Or they can coat the skylight if you desire. I'm keeping the exiting skylight and not having it sprayed.

On day two they spray the roof and install all new vent caps and covers. They do not spray the AC shroud...simply install the old shroud . They will spray down the sides as far as you desire.

They told me the new roof will add about 150 pounds to the RV. David told me the new roof will help some with the heat of the sun and also deaden the sounds on the roof some.

Hope this answers some questions. Please let me know if you have any more questions.

[dougrainer]

The product is a neat idea. One of the things that came up a few years ago on the forum was this------ It appears that they FlexArmor the roof vents and other items except the Roof AC's. IF the top appliances are FlexArmored, HOW to you remove them if they get damaged and the frame and such needs replaced??? Do you have to chisel them out? Which then destroys the advantage of the roof coating. IMO, they should do what ALL roof repairers do---they remove the existing top hardware and FlexArmor the roof and then install the top appliance/Hardware and seal. They can do the job quicker and cheaper if they do not remove all the roof top components. Doug

[mlts22]

Wish they would find more application spots than just the Florida location. I know that in Texas, the locals would beating down a place's door so they can get their rig done with this, because the 100 degree summer heat and UV destroys caulk and seals pretty quickly.

[oldtrojan66]

Would it be more foolish than normal to assume that as long as the existing rubber roof is left in place, provided it is sound, just thin? I'm wondering if they strip off the old rubber, or spray over it? thanks

[Bill_Diana]

BurbMan wrote:
If I can ask, what's the cost of this compared to replacing the rubber?

Sure...no problem. I have been pricing roof replacements for the past 12 months. Back home about 35 miles north of Philadelphia I had a quote of $5,000 to $6,000 and possibly more if plywood had to be replaced. I called a place in Sanford, Fl and they have some sort of spray on roof and they kept increasing the price and finally gave a quote of $6,500 and they said it could even be more. I had another fella from the east coast of Florida give be a quote of $4,700 to $6,000 for a rubber roof. I had 2 or 3 other quotes all in the same price range.

RV Roof is doing the job for $4640 with a written lifetime warranty that stays with the vehicle. Having met the owner, David, and having the opportunity to visit his shop to see the finished product has made me very comfortable with my decision.

[BurbMan]

If I can ask, what's the cost of this compared to replacing the rubber?

[kirbybear]

I have been to David's shop. I agree with your observations. When I need a new roof his shop would be my first choice.

[Bill_Diana]

Once the work is completed I hope to provide some pictures. Based on what I saw in the RV Roof shop yesterday, I'm expecting to be very pleased with the new roof on our motorhome. I'm anxious to get this completed but have to wait till my appointment April 7th.

The job will take 2 days so we will stay at a hotel in St Augustine and do some tourist stuff.

[time2roll]

Best I can help is to provide a search.

FlexArmor

Had thought to go Rhino or Linex if needed but this looks perfect for an RV.
One post said $150 per foot.