The Death of the Blue Tarp

By Stormseal.

Stormseal takes tarp technology into the 21st century.

The tarp has lived a full life. Over the years tarps have been used in a number of ways since its invention to protect cargo on ships; as fume and dust containment, pool lining, signage, livestock shelter, camping, sports-field protection, greenhouses, etc. Roofers know tarps intimately, using them to cover damaged roofs with ropes and sandbags. Despite a roofer’s best efforts, over time the tarp will flap, slip, tear, leak and blow off, and they will have to come back to re-attach or replace the tarp over and over again. Damage to the property mounts and insurance claims escalate because of the poor protection by the tarp.  

It’s time to consign tarps to history and move on to a 21st century solution: Stormseal®. It’s a strong, patented polyethylene film that heat-shrinks to cover a damaged structure and – unlike tarps – stays put until permanent repairs are made. Stormseal has easily passed hail impact tests and 150mph/240kph wind tunnel tests, and can resist all weather for one year, if necessary.

Stormseal is also faster and easier to install than old-fashioned tarpaulins. The low-density film is cut and fitted at the worksite.

Invented in Australia, Stormseal has been installed on thousands of damaged roofs , reducing roofers’ costs and bringing peace of mind to storm victims and their insurers.

Stormseal manufacturing and distribution capabilities are now established in the U.S. and dozens of companies are lining up to have their staff trained as Stormseal installers. Ideal for rapid response and cost-effective resilience in the face of natural disaster, the arrival of Stormseal heralds a brighter future for roofers and their clients.

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Original article source: Stormseal