Acrylic & Silicone Coatings – Fast Payback, Long-Term Profit
Roof coatings are one of the most profitable segments in commercial and residential contracting. Whether you’re restoring a flat roof, waterproofing a facility, or reducing energy costs, coatings offer a low-labor, high-margin service — and the right spray equipment makes all the difference.
Whether you’re restoring a flat roof, waterproofing a facility, or reducing energy costs, coatings offer a low-labor, high-margin service — and the right spray equipment makes all the difference.
Here’s how the numbers break down when you invest in professional roof coating sprayer equipment and start offering acrylic or silicone roof coating sprayer systems with 10-year warranties.
🛠️ Equipment Options & Investment
| Equipment Type | Cost Range |
| Portable Coating Spray Package | $18,000–$40,000 |
| Turnkey Trailer Rig (Power + Equipment) | $60,000+ |
- Portable roof sprayers are great for contractors getting started or adding coatings to an existing business.
- Turnkey spray rigs and roof coating sprayers offer a self-contained solution with everything you need to complete high-volume, commercial coating jobs.
Popular Graco Roof Coating Sprayers
Graco GMAX 7900
The Graco 7900 airless sprayer (3-year manufacturer warranty) has higher output with superior control ensures high-quality results. The Graco GMAX II 7900 is ideal for roofing and waterproofing, this roof coating sprayer is perfect for small jobs and cut-in solutions.
GH 833 Big Rig
The Graco GH Big Rig (3-year manufacturer warranty) provides maximum productivity and versatility. Ideal for larger roof coating jobs, this roof coating sprayer can spray nearly any coating material.
🧴 Coating Material Overview (10-Year Warranty)
Acrylic Coatings
- Material cost: ~$18 per gallon and up (brand dependent)
- Coverage: ~3.5 gallons per square (100 sq. ft.)
- Total cost per square: ~$63
Silicone Coatings
- Material cost: ~$47 per gallon
- Coverage: ~1.5 gallons per square
- Total cost per square: ~$70.50
All coverage rates are based on manufacturer specs for 10-year warranties, with final thickness based on brand and substrate condition.
🧮 Example ROI — 5,000 Sq. Ft. Commercial Roof (50 Squares)
| Coating Type | Material Cost | Typical Job Price | Est. Net Profit (40–50%) |
| Acrylic | $3,150 | $12,500–$15,000 | $5,000–$6,000+ |
| Silicone | $3,525 | $15,000–$18,000 | $6,000–$7,500+ |
With most jobs completed in 2–3 days, and minimal demo or prep, Graco roof coating projects generate strong profits in short timeframes.
📈 ROI Timeline by Equipment Type
| Equipment Investment | Monthly Jobs | Monthly Profit | Months to Payoff |
| $18–40K Portable Setup | 1 job/month | $5,000–$7,500 | 3–8 months |
| $60K+ Turnkey Trailer Rig | 1 job/month | $5,000–$7,500 | 8–12 months |
With just one coating job per month, most contractors see full ROI inside the first year — often faster if they cross-sell to existing clients.
🧠 Why Contractors Are Adding Coatings
- Lower labor demand than full roof replacements
- Quick job completion and minimal disruption to tenants or businesses
- Energy-saving benefits make coatings easy to sell
- No tear-off required in most cases
- Ideal for flat roofs, metal roofs, mobile homes, warehouses, and churches
Contact a SprayWorks Equipment representative today or request a quote for our roof sprayers and spray rigs for sale! Call or text 330-997-1440.
