Granules in the Gutters
Gritty sand at downspout outlets after storms.
Shingle surfaces wearing thin from sun exposure.

As an Indianapolis shingle roof coating contractor, we coat commercial asphalt shingle roofs that still lie flat, after replacing damaged shingles and resealing flashing.
Indianapolis shingle roof coating only fits shingles that are still holding together. We check these points on every slope.
| Check | Coat It | Replace Instead |
|---|---|---|
| Shingle shape | Flat and fully attached | Curled, cupped, or brittle |
| Granules | Some wear, mat still covered | Bare mat across large areas |
| Deck | Firm underfoot | Soft or sagging sheathing |
| Flashing | Repairable at walls and valleys | Rusted through at most joints |
| Leaks | Limited to flashing or worn spots | Widespread through the field |
Shingle roofs on commercial buildings show their age in ways you can see from the parking lot.
Gritty sand at downspout outlets after storms.
Shingle surfaces wearing thin from sun exposure.
Ceiling spots where two roof slopes meet.
Valley flashing or shingles worn through by runoff.
Water inside walls next to a taller section of the building.
Step flashing pulled away where a roof meets brick.
Uneven roof color visible from the parking lot.
Aged shingles weathering at different rates across slopes.
Green growth visible on shaded roof sections.
Moisture held against the shingles, which is cleaned off and checked before coating.
Shingle work splits into a few approaches, and replacement stays on the list when the shingles have aged out.
| Approach | Where It Fits | First Step |
|---|---|---|
| Shingle restoration coating | Flat, attached shingles with light wear | Replace damaged shingles |
| Coating with rebuilt flashing | Roofs leaking at walls and valleys | Rebuild flashing details |
| Mansard plus flat roof behind | Storefronts with two roof types | Inspect both roof surfaces |
| Reshingling | Brittle or curled shingles | Tear off and replace |
| Coating on porch and canopy roofs | Small shingle roofs over entrances | Same checks as the main roof |
On shingles that are still in good shape, a coating protects the surface without tearing anything off.
Churches, offices, and storefronts keep their doors open while a coating goes on. Tear-off debris never lands over entrances, and work moves slope by slope so parking and walkways stay usable.
The coating binds loose granules and covers worn surfaces on shingles that still lie flat, slowing the wear that washes grit into the gutters.
Walls, valleys, and vents get new or resealed flashing as part of the job, which fixes the joints where most shingle leaks start.
A light coating reflects more sun than dark, weathered shingles, which helps upper rooms stay cooler in summer.
Grit at downspouts means the shingle surface is wearing. Call and we will check whether coating or new shingles fits.
(317) 930-9376Call UsShingle coating has a tight entry check, so the first step decides whether the rest happens.
Every slope is walked or checked from a lift, shingles are tested for brittleness, and the deck is checked for soft spots. A roof that fails these checks gets a replacement quote in place of a coating quote.
Missing, cracked, and curled shingles are swapped out with matching ones so the coating covers a surface that lies flat and sheds water the way it was built to.
Step flashing, valley metal, and pipe boots are repaired or replaced, since walls and valleys are where shingle roofs leak first. Sealant joints at wall caps and roof vents are renewed too.
Moss, dirt, and loose granules are washed off at low pressure, and the roof is left to dry fully before any coating, which keeps the surface ready to bond.
A coating approved for asphalt shingles by its maker goes on in the coats it specifies, with extra care at eaves, valleys, and around vents.
Shingle coating handles the steep sections, and the metal or flat roofs on the same Indianapolis property can take the systems below.

Panels, screws, and laps prepared and coated on steel roofs.
Low-slope areas that hold some water after storms.

Draining metal slopes coated in warm, dry weather.

Insulation and one continuous layer over flat roofs.
Asphalt shingles that are still flat and fastened can be coated once missing or curled ones are replaced, the flashing is resealed, and the surface is cleaned. Brittle, cupped, or bald shingles call for a new roof.
Coating life follows the shingles under it, the thickness applied, the slope, and sun exposure. Shingles that keep their shape and fastening carry a coating best, and the surface can be renewed later. Cracked shingles suffer most through freeze-thaw swings.
Church and office shingle roofs fall within our published coating range of about $2.50 to $4.00 per square foot. Steep pitches, tall eaves, valleys and dormers, and the number of shingles replaced beforehand raise the figure we give after inspection.
Some shingle makers restrict coatings on their products, so the warranty and the maker's guidance are reviewed before we recommend a coating. Where a coating conflicts with those terms, reshingling or waiting is the better call.
Mansard shingles and the flat roof behind them are separate surfaces. Each gets its own inspection and coating system, and the joint between them is flashed so water moving off the flat roof stays out of the wall.
Permit and code questions go to the City of Indianapolis building permit office, since rules depend on the scope of work. Commercial buildings in Indiana fall under the Indiana Building Code, 675 IAC 13, and we confirm requirements while planning.
A walk each year, plus one after any hail or heavy wind, catches loose shingles, worn coating at valleys, and flashing that has moved. Small repairs found early keep the coating intact and push back the day the roof needs a recoat or new shingles.
Get a ballpark for your shingle roof, or call to set up a slope-by-slope inspection.