Beyond the Roof: Expanding Nanoclad Protection to Concrete Surfaces

Customer Profile Names: The Harris Family Location: Cochrane, AB Home Type: 2-storey home with exposed aggregate driveway and stamped concrete patio Roof Coated by Nanoclad: Spring 2024 Concrete Coated: Spring 2025   The Background After a major hailstorm in 2023, the Harris family had their roof replaced and chose to protect it with Nanoclad Roof Shield in 2024. The product gave them peace of mind with hail resistance, extended shingle life, and an invisible, protective finish that still looks like new a year later. Heading into spring 2025, the family turned their attention to protecting their driveway and patio, both newer concrete surfaces that [...]

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Primed for Solar: How Nanoclad Set the Stage for a Smarter Roof

Customer Profile Name: David T. Location: Calgary, AB Home Type: 2,400 sq ft single-family home Roof Type: Asphalt shingles (installed 8 years ago) Solar Panels: Installed 4 years ago (25-year lifespan) The Challenge David installed a rooftop solar system in 2021, expecting reliable, clean energy for decades. But with his asphalt shingles already 8 years old, he became concerned that his roof wouldn’t last nearly as long as the 25-30 year lifespan of the solar panels. Replacing a roof with solar panels in place is costly and inconvenient—just removing and reinstalling the panels can cost thousands. David needed a smart solution to extend the [...]

By |2025-07-17T16:29:56+00:00June 13, 2025|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Built to Last Longer: Coating a New Roof with Nanoclad

Customer Profile Names: The Singh Family Location: Calgary, AB Home Type: 2-storey family home, 2,300 sq ft Roof Type: Asphalt shingles, replaced Fall 2024 due to hail Solar Panels: Not installed   The Challenge After a severe hailstorm in 2024, the Singh family had to replace their entire roof. With a brand-new asphalt shingle system in place, they knew it was only a matter of time before Calgary’s next damaging hail event. They also understood that even new shingles begin degrading within a few years under UV exposure, heat, and seasonal weather swings. As homeowners who believe in preventative maintenance, they wanted to protect [...]

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Bridge to a New Roof: How Nanoclad Extended the Life of an Aging Roof

Customer Profile Names: Linda & George Patterson Location: Okotoks, AB Home Type: 1,600 sq ft ranch-style bungalow Roof Type: 16-year-old asphalt shingles Solar Panels: Not installed / not planned   The Challenge Linda and George Patterson have lived in their home for over 20 years. Their asphalt shingle roof—installed 16 years ago—was starting to show signs of wear: degranulation, minor cracking, and some fibreglass mat showing.  They received multiple quotes for a full roof replacement, ranging from $14,000 to $17,000—a cost that wasn’t in their current retirement budget. With no active leaks and the underlying structure still in good shape, they wondered: Is there [...]

By |2025-06-13T15:51:33+00:00June 13, 2025|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Coating After Solar: Maximizing Roof ROI with Nanoclad

Customer Profile Name: Sarah & David Thompson Location: Airdrie, AB Home Type: 2,400 sq ft single-family home Roof Type: Asphalt shingles (installed 8 years ago) Solar Panels Installed: 2 years ago (25-year lifespan) The Challenge Sarah and David Thompson invested in a rooftop solar panel system in 2023, expecting clean energy and reduced power bills for decades to come. But just two years after installation, they realized their asphalt shingle roof—already 8 years old—might need replacing well before their solar panels reached end of life. The problem? Replacing a roof with solar panels is expensive and disruptive. It can cost thousands just to remove [...]

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Preserving Character: Protecting a Wood Shake Roof with Nanoclad

Customer Profile Names: Paul & Denise Carter Location: Bragg Creek, AB Home Type: 1.5-storey log-style home with cedar shake roof Roof Coated by Nanoclad: Summer 2024   The Background Paul and Denise Carter live in a rustic log-style home nestled in the trees of Bragg Creek. When they bought the home in 2020, it had a classic cedar shake roof that added to the charm—but also came with maintenance concerns. By 2024, the shakes were weathered and beginning to show signs of UV damage and moss growth. They loved the look of the natural wood and didn’t want to replace it prematurely, so [...]

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Amorphous vs. Crystalline Nano Silica: What You Need to Know and Why Nanoclad Is Safe

When it comes to nanotechnology in building materials, especially in roof coatings like Nanoclad, safety and performance go hand in hand. One common ingredient across various high-performance coatings is nano silica—a material prized for its durability, water resistance, and UV-blocking properties. But not all nano silica is created equal. The distinction between amorphous and crystalline forms of silica is critical—especially when it comes to health and safety. At Nanoclad, we exclusively use amorphous nano silica, and here’s why that matters. ⸻ The Two Forms of Silica: Crystalline vs. Amorphous 🟣 Crystalline Silica Crystalline silica, such as quartz, is a well-ordered mineral with a [...]

By |2025-05-27T12:38:51+00:00May 27, 2025|Uncategorized|0 Comments

Extend the Life of Your Roof — and Your Solar Investment — with Nanoclad

More homeowners than ever are investing in solar energy, and it’s easy to see why. Solar panels can drastically reduce energy bills, increase home value, and offer long-term savings. But there’s one critical detail many homeowners overlook: the condition of their roof. An average solar panel system lasts 25 to 30 years. Most asphalt shingle roofs, however, only last about 15 to 20 years — and even less in harsh weather conditions. That creates a costly disconnect: if your roof fails before your solar panels do, you’ll face not only the price of a roof replacement but also the significant expense of removing [...]

By |2025-05-14T13:10:38+00:00May 14, 2025|Uncategorized|0 Comments
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