Unlike any other company, Western Colloid works with contractors to help build their business.

If you are new to Fluid Applied Reinforced Roofing let Western Colloid introduce you to these profitable roofing systems. The quality of the products combined with our excellent training programs and customer support create many opportunities for roofing contractors. Best of all we can help lower your liability while helping you be more profitable!

We are proud of the relationships we have built over the years with our customers. We just don’t sell the products; we’re with you every step of the way.

Western Colloid offers sales support, installation training, exceptional warranties and maintenance programs.

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Training videos, best practices and more is what you'll find on the Western Colloid YouTube channel! Over 100 useful videos await you! Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss a single video!

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Understanding Roof Restoration: Recovering TPO, PVC, EPDM and other Single-Plys

Listen in as Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland, the experts from Western Colloid, talk with host Karen Edwards about restoring single-ply roof systems. They share what to look for, what restoration systems are appropriate for the different types of membranes and some tips for success.

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Gain access to this comprehensive training program for job site preparation, safety and efficient installation techniques.

Great products along with a quality installation must be combined with good job site preparation. This ensures a successful project where everyone wins.

The Western Colloid team educates on how to prepare the job site, the equipment, and how to maximize crew efficiency in real-world scenarios. These techniques, tips and training can save thousands of dollars on labor alone.

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Want to learn about the lucrative business of fluid-applied coatings? Watch this video and attend our next demonstration.

For over 50 years, Western Colloid has been helping contractors build their businesses using superior roof coating systems. Learn the secrets, tips and tricks to being efficient and productive. Install a quality roof with fewer guys.

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For over 45 years Western Colloid has been helping contractors build their businesses using superior roof coating systems. What can you and your team expect from the Western Colloid training program? Here’s a quick look: A personalized experience The experts at Western Colloid work hand in hand with each contractor to ...
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Understanding hail remediation

Although it may not be as common as snow or rain, hail is incredibly dangerous and can be far more expensive to property owners than other precipitation. Hail contributes to over $10 billion in property damage every year in the United States. Hail damage is unpredictable in roofs. The extent depends ...
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3 Things Your Manufacturers Should be Doing For You

Greg Hlavaty, president of Western Colloid, speaks on his philosophy of putting the contractor first, which has been the hallmark of his leadership within the roofing industry. Hlavaty builds strong relationships with his contractors, working with them and supporting them to be great at what they do. As a contractor ...
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Western Colloid - Understanding Hail Remediation

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Our Influencers program celebrates its ninth year of giving back to the industries it serves. The Coffee Shops™, the award-winning websites where the industries meet for technology, information and everyday business, announces the 2025 Influencers for RoofersCoffeeShop (RCS), MetalCoffeeShop® (MCS), CoatingsCoffeeShop® (CCS) and RCS en Español. Each month, ...
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State of the Coatings Industry

On this episode of CoatingsTalk, Karen Edwards is joined by Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland of Western Colloid to talk about the current state of the coatings industry. This rapidly growing segment of the roofing industry is appealing to building owners and contractors alike as they realize the benefits for ...
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Understanding Roof Restoration Episode 12 - The Argument for Good Roof Maintenance

In this episode of Understanding Roof Restoration, host Karen Edwards welcomes Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland to talk about the importance of ongoing roof maintenance. Listen to learn why you should be maintaining your roof, what to expect from a roof maintenance checkup and how regular inspections and repairs can ...
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Understanding Roof Restoration Episode 11 - Reflective Roofs & Energy Efficiency: Why it Matters

In this episode of Understanding Roof Restoration, host Karen Edwards welcomes Grag Hlavaty and Hal Leland to talk about the history of reflective roofing, why it is now part of building codes in many jurisdictions and the impact that a reflective system can have. Learn how and why reflective systems ...
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State of the Coatings Industry

On this episode of CoatingsTalk, Karen Edwards is joined by Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland of Western Colloid to talk about the current state of the coatings industry. This rapidly growing segment of the roofing industry is appealing to building owners and contractors alike as they realize the benefits for ...
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Western Colloid 3 Tips Successful Coatings Installation

October 9, 2019 Many roofing companies shy away from coatings due to the unknowns. A few have had an unpleasant experience. If you set up your project correctly you will find that the coatings side to your business can be extremely lucrative. You can provide a superior roof for your clients ...
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Spring into single-ply roof restoration

Spring means many things, flowers blooming, irregular weather and for many roofing professionals, preparing for the summer busy season. This preparation includes making sure your tools are in tip-top shape, the right materials are ordered and your teams have the training needed to succeed. For those who work on roofs that ...
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The difference of a word: Roof coatings versus roof coating systems

As the popularity of roof restoration continues to rise, there's no better place to get a crash course in the topic than the Understanding Roof Restoration Podcast, featuring Greg Hlavaty, Hal Leland and their expert team at Western Colloid! In the first episode of the series, they take a deep ...
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Western Colloid's Understanding Roof Restoration Video Playlist

The Understanding Roof Restoration podcast dives deep into the topic of restoring roofs. As the popularity of roof restoration continues to grow among building owners and contractors, there are many questions that arise. With a wide variety of roofing systems on existing buildings and many available restoration options, we turned ...
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