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Astrid Gaiser2025-04-03Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We installed a solar system with batteries with Dura-Foam last year. The system is working fabulously – it went through a winter with several power outages, and we usually don’t even know we have an outage until PG&E informs us. What a relief. Dura-Foam’s owner Trevor Hill was responsive, open to new ideas & willing to work with new partners. We integrated a battery system from FranklinWH as well as a SPAN sub panel to maximize the use of the solar power we are producing. Dura-Foam worked with the FranklinWH rep Trevor Gould to design and install a robust system that is transparent, efficient and most of the time completely self-reliant. One glance now tells me how much I produce, what I use, and what I use it for. Franklin’s aGate & SPAN were just the combination for someone like me who really likes data. Trevor Hill was patient and willing to answer any questions during the installation, the plan set was comprehensive, the work his team did was excellent, and they met the occasional construction challenge with the willingness and expertise to make it right. Cooperation with FranklinWH was clearly excellent. And finally, Trevor Hill even put together a full package of cohesive documentation for the CPA to document everything for the tax credit. 5 stars all around for the entire team and the products that make up our wonderful system. Marie Chan2024-12-25Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had contacted Durafoam and talked to Trevor about some minor roof work earlier this year. He was very responsive and got that done quickly. We eventually had them resurface our 20+ year old foam roof in summer and they were able to fit us on short notice. Always cheerful, Ali was a pleasure to work with. He and his crew were hardworking, as well as meticulous, and took time to protect the fruit and vegetable plantings in my backyard. Anthony, who's in charge of ops, was here a couple times and helped us resolve some logistical issue on the project. We are very happy with the quality of the roof work. Ali's team was able to accommodate our schedule and completed the job just as house guests AND a heat wave were expected at the same time! Thanks to our newly resurfaced roof, our home, which has no AC, weathered several extended heat waves of 90-100+ F this summer comfortably. While foam roofs are not cheap, they sure make severely weather more bearable! I totally recommend Durafoam to anyone looking for a great foam roof contractor! Franc Valenzuela2024-06-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. They know what they are doing. Would recommend to friends and Family. John Kaufmann2024-05-06Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently needed a roof inspection on short notice for insurance purposes. Trevor from Dura Foam followed up quickly to our call. He helped us out, and gave us the documentation we needed to avoid a bad situation. We really appreciate their great response and workmanship! Stanze Quezada2024-02-27Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dura-Foam Roofing & Solar Center were really easy to work with! I would definitely recommend them to anyone with roofing issues. They responded to my inquiry and were able to get someone out to look at our roof quickly. I'll definitely reach out again in the future if we have any other issues that come up! Elizabeth Macdonald2023-06-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Dura-Foam Roofing & Solar Center did a fantastic job repairing our foam roof after it was damaged by an enormous fallen tree. Lusio, David, and Emiliano each performed different parts of the complicated job. They were all very professional and cordial. The work was performed efficiently, neatly and on schedule. And Isaac, the office staff person who coordinated our job, was a pleasure to work with. We couldn't have been happier. I highly recommend this company! Peter Carcione2022-08-05Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A Bay Area treasure. Look at the pictures and you will see the people that you will be working with. They pose like a family and that is exactly how it feels to work with them. 9 years and 6 months after my roof and solar project was installed, I had an issue with my solar generation. I called Dura-Foam and was surprised that they remembered me, my home and the installation. Anthony and Lusio came out and quickly identified the issue. Hard working and professional, they took the time to double-check everything and allay my concerns. They stand behind their work and did not charge me for the service call even though it has almost been 10 years since the install. If you have a roof (especially an Eichler) you need to give these folks a call. Honest, courteous and professional Dura-Foam is the right call for roofing and solar. Todd Graybeal2022-06-28Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were very satisfied with the service. We found the workers were very cordial and we appreciate it!
Often processing plants and distribution centers require complete buildings to be insulated from floor to ceiling. Usually, polyurethane sprayed foam is chosen due to its high R-value, vapor blocking, thermal resistance, flexibility and performance under extreme temperatures. SPF polyurethane foam is a high tech insulation product; for example, NASA uses SPF foam on space shuttle fuel tanks to protect and insulate the tanks during extreme temperature conditions (lift-off, etc). SPF Polyurethane foam may be expensive but it performs well beyond traditional insulation materials such as fiberglass, cellulose, etc.
A worker moves frozen goods in a cold storage warehouse in Texas.
Some important factors to consider when installing full building size refrigeration are target temperatures, which insulation materials to use, moisture vapor transmission, load design, expansion joints, flashing details, floor & ceiling prep and pull down schedule. Warehouse refrigeration facilities must store anything from ice cream to bananas or raw meat. Overall, the proposed insulation systems must meet any required refrigeration requirements within a reasonable control range for humidity, vapor transmission, and temperature.
Normally refrigerated warehouses store processed or frozen foods at a constant temperature between -40F and 50F. Some examples of refrigerated buildings are processing plants for meats poultry dairy or other food products which must be stored before distribution. Often processing plants have complex refrigeration requirements, with many rooms, each with unique functions, operating temperatures and humidity conditions.
Especially with large processing plants, when it comes to insulation, many million of dollars are on the line. Keeping processed goods well refrigerated is a must to maintain quality and prevent spoiling, aside from FDA requirements and potential consumer lawsuits or expensive recalls if something goes wrong. Although sprayed polyurethane foam is expensive, it is also the highest quality insulation material available on the market. Over time, SPF foam has proven that it is well worth the expense, and in the long run it tends to pay for itself in costs savings, due to superior insulation qualities, durability, flexibility, etc.
A refrigerated warehouse (-30 degrees celcius) in Indonesia is pictured.
Barrier Specialty Roofing & Coatings, Inc knew that installing UCSC Durazone Spray Foam insulation in a 145,000 sq. ft. cold storage warehouse during just a 30 day window would be a true challenge. Three coats of SPF insulation were required for the building’s ceilings and walls. The three passes of SPF Polyurethane Foam would form a vapor and thermal blocking layer with an R-value sufficient to meet insulation capacity requirements for the refrigerated building.
The warehouse chain (name withheld due to contractor-client privacy restrictions) decided spray-foam was essential to keep their food at stable cold temperatures within allowed control parameters. SPF foam is unique in its capacity to conform to any shape and completely seal a building envelope with an air-tight barrier. SPF polyurethane foam would both block moisture or vapor movement and insulate more effectively than any other viable alternatives, and it could be applied fast enough to avoid a bottleneck or slow down in the construction process.
Polyurethane foam is also used in traditional refrigerators, so it is no surprise that this same material is also used in larger warehouse sized refrigeration applications. By trapping moisture and vapor movement the polyurethane foam also makes a great thermal resistance barrier which prevents ice build-up and conserves energy costs. One single inch of closed cell foam insulates as well as about 7-8 inches of wood (R-Value 7-8). The reduced air & vapor movement also prevents mold.
Generally, SPF foam is about four times more effective than products such as cellulose or blown fiberglass. Raw R-values may not indicate this; however laboratory tests have demonstrated that vapor trapping (a key metric which R-value does not account for) is a critical factor in actual insulation performance in the field.
As mentioned earlier, SPF polyurethane foam can conform to any shape-this is because SPF foam is manufactured on site. Polyurethane self-flashes to the substrate and instantly rises to about 1,000 times its original size. Generally, polyurethane foam cures best in warm, dry conditions. The whole process of spraying the foam and curing only takes about 1 minute. During the process the SPF closed cell foam traps millions of tiny air bubbles making the material extremely thermal resistant and lightweight.
Barrier Specialty Roofing & Coatings, Inc committed to completing a 145,000 square foot insulation job in just 30 days. This would keep the rest of the manufacturing on-time for the new refrigeration warehouse. CEO Cunnings explains that they had already done over 1.2 million square feet of insulation for the warehouse chain in other facilities in the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
The SPF crew based in Fresno, CA took safety seriously during the insulation job. Since the work area was enclosed, Allegro Respirators were used to ensure a fresh air supply for each team member. The air conditioned full face air masks were complemented with Tyvek suits for further safety. As each night shift ended the team cleaned up & removed plastic and other hazards that would otherwise inhibit other construction crews during the day.
The crew managed to finish the job in just 23 days–a full week ahead of schedule, which meant big bonuses for the crew as well as the continued trust & good relations with the warehouse client. The speed and quality provided by the Barrier Specialty Roofing & Coatings, Inc team ensures many future jobs with the refrigeration warehouse chain. The air-tight monolithic thermal barrier provided by the SPF polyurethane foam will ensure the refrigeration warehouse chain can store food products at maximum freshness, which will in turn result in continued happy customers and positive sales revenue growth.
These examples highlight why foam roofing is not just an alternative but the preferred solution for businesses looking for unmatched durability, energy efficiency, and cost savings.
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