
Commercial Roof Coating Cost in Central PA: Complete 2025 Pricing Guide
By Schultz Roofing Inc | November 24th, 2025 | Reading Time: 8 minutes
If you're managing a commercial property in Central Pennsylvania and researching roof coating costs, you're likely comparing it against the expense of a full replacement.
The good news? Commercial roof coating typically saves you 50-70% compared to replacement.
For EPDM roofs, coating costs $4-8 per square foot versus $15-25 for replacement. This comprehensive guide breaks down exact pricing we've seen across 500+ projects, factors affecting cost, and how businesses from Harrisburg to State College are extending their roof life by 10-20 years.
Coating Cost: $100,000 - $200,000
Replacement Cost: $375,000 - $625,000
Total Savings: $175,000 - $425,000
Plus: $3,000-$8,000 annual energy savings with white reflective coating.
When Schultz Roofing provides a coating estimate for Central PA businesses, the price typically includes:
Complete Roof Inspection: Identifying all areas needing repair before coating.
Surface Preparation: Power washing, primer application where needed.
Minor Repairs: Sealing cracks, fixing blisters, reinforcing seams.
Premium Coating Materials: Aldocoat, American WeatherStar, or Kool Coats systems.
Professional Application: 1.5 gallons per 100 sq ft for optimal coverage.
Warranty Protection: 10, 15, or 20-year renewable warranties.
Final Inspection: Ensuring complete coverage and proper drainage.
1. Roof Size and Complexity
Larger roofs often benefit from economies of scale. Our minimum project size is 3,000 square feet, with capability to handle projects up to 100,000+ square feet. Typical projects range from $10,000 to $50,000.
2. Current Roof Condition
Roofs requiring extensive repairs before coating will cost more. A well-maintained roof might only need minor seam work, while neglected roofs could need significant prep work.
3. Coating System Selected
We're certified applicators for multiple premium coating systems including Aldocoat (374, 384, 395, 400), American WeatherStar, and Kool Coats.
4. Geographic Location in Central PA
We maintain consistent service across our 50-mile radius from Middleburg. This includes Harrisburg (46 miles), Williamsport (42 miles), and surrounding areas. For large projects over 100,000 sq ft, we extend service up to 100 miles.
Roof coating is ideal when your commercial roof meets these criteria:
✅ Age: Roof is 5-15 years old.
✅ Structural Integrity: No major structural damage or deck issues.
✅ Drainage: Proper drainage exists.
✅ Business Operations: Need to avoid disruption of full replacement.
⚠️ When Coating May NOT Be Suitable:
Roof has extensive moisture infiltration in insulation.
Structural deck requires replacement.
Building code requires complete tear-off.
Every commercial roof is unique. Schultz Roofing provides free, no-obligation inspections and detailed estimates within 5 days for properties throughout Central Pennsylvania.
Contact us today:
Phone: (570) 274-2057
Service Area: 50-mile radius from Middleburg, PA
Minimum Project: 3,000 sq ft