Alberson's Tile Roof Glaze, Inc.

Another Happy Customer in Naples Florida

2012-02-29T11:06:00.000-08:00

Kelly Roofing is an authorized applicator for the amazing product Hydro-Sheen.

Kelly's crew cleaned this 12 year old clay roof with RTC 5000 then applied a couple coats of Clear Hydro-Sheen and it looks Brand NEW!

Can you believe this roof is 12 years old!

Hydro-Sheen not only restores the Color it also is Great for Algae Protection! This project gave the customer a 5 year warranty!

Thank you KELLY ROOFING for all your Great Customer Service

6 Reasons to use ALBERSON'S Hydro-Sheen

2012-02-27T06:57:00.001-08:00

1. Sealing the surface of your tile roof, stops color fading and weathering. In addition it eliminates the pours that promote the growth of Algae.

2. Concrete roof tiles are ageless. Color glazing and sealing give your project a face lift. Everyone will think you have a new roof.

3. Sale, If you are selling your property it will increase the value in it's curb appeal.

4. Pride of Ownership, You paint your home in addition to a well manicured lawn. It's time for the tired, faded, weathered and patched tile roof to come back to life. Alberson's Color Glazing is the next step.

5. Flexibility, You can change the roof color as if you were changing your wall color. Alberson's can change or color match anything the sky is your limit.

6. THE COST, Alberson's costs a fraction of a new tile roof, however has the appearance of a new roof. A Great Investment at a Great Price!

A LESSON ON ALGAE

2012-02-06T08:43:00.000-08:00

GLEOCAPSA MAGMA ALGAE

The black marks on tile are made by Gleocapsa Magma Algae, a one celled plant that grows in a colony. It grows on the dead algae from previous generations.
GMA needs is a habitat.
The pours in cement fill with dirt from the air. GMA falls on the dirt and begin to grow and multiply. Each generation expands the single cell colony. The bigger colony then acts as a retarder for normal evaporation of water that has been absorbed in the tiles.
GMA is a plant and plants require the sun.
Plants convert carbon dioxide into organic compounds using the energy of sunlight. This is called photosynthesis. As long as plants have water and the sun, they will grow. You can not take away the sun but you can take away the water by sealing your tile roof with HYDRO-SHEEN after washing with RTC 5000 CLEANER.

Stain removers work on the foundation of the colony and the surface of the tiles. By loosening the base of dirt and dead algae cells you make it easier to remove the colony. When the base is loose the pressure needed to rinse the surface goes down. With RTC 5000 we recommend between 12 and 1500 pounds from 8 inches from the surface. The major benefit is using cleaners or stain removers that do not include bleach is that they do the job easily without putting plants, grass, bushes and trees under any stress. Alberson’s RTC 5000 CLEANER is environmentally safe. The “GREEN” solution.

Algae removal in the south today is actually promoting algae growth. To correct this action you must stop unnatural weathering of the tile surface by not using acids and lowering the rinse off pressure when cleaning a tile roof. To increase the look and durability of a tile roof you then must seal the surface after washing with 2 coats of a sealer that includes an algaecide. This sealing also stops water from entering the algae colony from the tile and promoting growth of Gleocapsa Magma Algae...
ALBERSON’S RECOMMENDS: 12 YEAR WARRANTY
RESTORES THE COLOR MATCHES THE COLOR OR CHANGE THE COLOR OF TILE
STEP 1 CLEANING WITH RTC5000 CLEANER
STEP 2 ONE COAT HYDRO-BOND COVERS 70% OF SURFACE POURS
STEP 3 TWO COATS COLOR HYDRO-SHEEN
STEP 4 ONE COAT CLEAR HYDRO-SHEEN

For the Love Of Golf Naples, Florida

2012-02-06T08:20:00.000-08:00

Looks like a NEW ROOF from HYDRO-SHEEN!

2012-02-03T12:34:00.000-08:00

2012-02-03T09:40:00.000-08:00

This is a picture of a new roof tile with heavy stack marks and many scratches. We glazed one area only to demonstrate the difference between a roof tile, and a roof tile with Hydro-Sheen Clear "Hydro-Shield". Help beautify and protect your new tile roof investment by asking for your roofing contractor to apply Hydro-Sheen Clear "Hydro-Shield" Tile Roof Glaze. Helps eliminate efflorescence!

HYDRO-SHEEN ADDS COLOR TO TILE ROOF IN FT. MYERS, FLORIDA

2012-01-30T13:22:00.001-08:00

The Strand Naples Florida

2012-01-27T08:43:00.000-08:00

Cheval, Tampa Florida

2012-01-24T10:36:00.000-08:00

BEFORE

I couldn't believe what a difference a couple of days with Alberson's can make!

AFTER

What a difference!

This beautiful home in Cheval looks better then new!

Cleaning with RTC 5000

1 coat of HYDRO-BOND

2 coats of color HYDRO-SHEEN

1 coat of clear HYDRO-SHEEN

12 year WARRANTY

Beautiful Day and a beautiful roof

I'm sure the neighbors will be wondering if a new roof installed?

Why would anyone Paint a tile roof?

2012-01-23T08:39:00.000-08:00

This tile roof was painted with a dark green roofing paint. The owners are displeased with their result.

PAINT vs HYDRO-SHEEN
PAINT
A surface coating that applied protects the surface it covers
Paint is made up of powered solids and 22% acrylic
Paint is designed for walls and some floors
All paint fades, cracks and peels in time

HYDRO-SHEEN
Function is to bond with the tile surface by penetrating the pores an sub-porous surface
Hydro-Sheen is made of low solids and becomes one with the surface
Hydro-Sheen makes the surface stronger and allows flexibility to aid the tile from weathering

Be sure to visit our website www.hydro-sheen.com

What a nice way to start the day!!!

2012-01-17T04:17:00.000-08:00

"Alberson's matched the roof to the house color of my home in 1995 or 96 because 
the original tiles were discontinued .  I was extremely satisfied.  However, the 
color has faded dramatically and the roof no longer matches the color of the 
body of the house.  The color is a very light ivory.  House is located at (removed), Ponte Vedra Beach.  Can this roof be redone?  Also, approximately 
what would it cost?  The color I would like to match  is the same as the body of 
the house.  Benjamin Moore (I have the paint #).   I am not in a big hurry, know 
you are a long way from PVB; but do know that you do come this way.  We were 
extremely satisfied with your services.  The house is approx 37,000 sq ft
phone (removed)
"

Algae Armor

2012-01-16T12:51:00.000-08:00

Alberson's Algae Armor is a Potassium Silicate, a form of liquid glass that seals and water proofs unsealed exteriors. This product is easy to apply by using a pump-up sprayer with two light coats, in a cross direction. Algae Armor is GREAT for driveways, pavers, concrete, clay and stone. Not to be used on wood or aluminum. When applying more is not better. Algae Armor retards algae growth by removing sub-surface water and food from Gleucaosa Magma Algae.

The Difference between Mildew and Algae

2012-01-11T07:31:00.000-08:00

Mildew and Algae are airborne living organisms which can blemish the appearance of almost any tile roof or building material.
What is the difference you might ask? Mildew is a fungus, whereas algae is a plant.
Mildew is identifiable as a blackish gray stain that appears like dirt, but doesn't come off with detergent. Algae is typically green, black or orange, which also does not remove with detergent.
Alberson's RTC 5000 cleaner removes all organic stains and algae. Cleans 6000 square feet per 5 lb. container. No bleach no acid, safe for you as well as plants, trees, shrubs and grass. Be sure to visit our website, www.hydro-sheen.com we can ship as many containers as you need.

Back to Business!

2012-01-08T11:32:00.000-08:00

Hope everyone had a Great Holiday season!

Back to business, this is a beautiful home at Cheval in Tampa Florida. Only one thing missing is the roof needs some serious attention.

Alberson's, has started the cleaning process with our extraordinary Cleaner

RTC 5000. This cleaner removes all algae and all organic stains in addition to being environmentally safe. Next step will be the sealing process, this home will look better then new and will save on the homeowners cooling budget with a new color of snow white.

A Little History

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William "Bill" Alberson Sr., the president and CEO of ATRG, not only designed and developed the resin formulas for our products but he established the application methods that we use, first hand. Under Bill's guidance, Alberson's Tile Roof Glaze, Inc. is the oldest, vertical manufacture, distributor, and applicator of cement tile sealers in the United States.

The Strand Spa Pool House in Beautiful Naples

2011-12-11T05:57:00.000-08:00

Before Alberson's Magic

This Pool House Workout Center needed as much attention as the Club House

Before

Step one Cleaning with RTC 5000

Cleaning

step two Hydro-Bond
step three Hydro-Sheen two coats of color Vermont Green then
a darker flash

One finial coat of Clear Hydro-Sheen takes this Pool House looking better then new!

12 year warranty

For the Love Of Golf Naples

2011-12-05T05:29:00.000-08:00

This Roof was so badly damaged from the intense South West Florida Sun and numerous Cleanings

Before

Starting the Cleaning process with Alberson's RTC 5000 Cleaner

Cleaning, Jake and Max agreed RTC 5000 was the Best Cleaner on the Market!

A Beautiful new Darker Richer Green was in store!

extra tiles

After

Alberson's 5 step application comes with a 12 Year Warranty

For information in South West Florida
Call: Madelon Gorsky
317.506.4478

THE Strand Club House in Beautiful Naples

2011-11-29T12:42:00.000-08:00

The Club House is about to be finished only a few more squares for the flash for this Beautiful Vermont Green.

THE SPA POOL HOUSE
Starting the cleaning process today with RTC 5000

Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

2011-11-23T12:30:00.000-08:00

For The Love Of Golf Naples

2011-11-20T12:29:00.000-08:00

For The Love Of Golf

This roof is 15 years old, the roof was in good shape. The color had faded in the scorching Florida sun not to mention the numerous pressure washing with harsh cleaners. The retail shop needs a face lift!

Before Wash with Alberson's Roof Tile Cleaner

RTC 5000

AFTER Cleaning with RTC5000

CLEANVIEW SERVICE LLC
Jake Coad the owner and Max his assistant agreed they have use every cleaner out on the market and Alberson's product was the most amazing! It took about half the time to clean this roof!

Alberson's Crew will be on site after the Holiday to apply Color Hydro-Sheen!
I think you will be amazed when the job is complete! I will keep you posted!

Fifth Third Bank Summerlin Bank Center Fort Myers

2011-11-17T07:34:00.000-08:00

Before

AFTER a fresh coat of Paint Color and Alberson's
4 part 12 year warranty system to the present Tile Roof

Amazing Difference

Beautiful

Fresh new colors for the Fifth Third Bank at 1701 Boy Scout Drive in Fort Myers. Alberson's 4 part system to the present tile roof. Part 1 clean with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner, 2 one coat Hydro-Bond, 3 two coats Color Hydro-Sheen then top it all off with 1 coat of Clear Hydro-Sheen will give you a 12 year warranty. The Bank looks newer then new! Employee's and Customer's agree it looks amazing!

The Strand Club House in Beautiful Naples

2011-11-13T16:57:00.000-08:00

Stage one Cleaning with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

This Roof had some serious algae issues

Not a problem for RTC 5000

Before Cleaning

After Cleaning

We will be starting Hydro-Sheen Color this week!
12 year warranty!
RTC 5000 Tile Roof Cleaner available at local roofing supply company

Total Color Change Restoration

2011-11-03T08:17:00.000-07:00

The customer decided that during their remodel, they would like to change the entire appearance of their home. So we matched the color they requested, cleaned the tile roof with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner, and applied the Hydro-Sheen 4 part system.

How did we do?

Please contact us at 888.292.1707

Long Boat Key

2011-10-14T04:42:00.000-07:00

10 year old color thru, Champagne Cream, covered in Lichen. Applied RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner, utilizing the Whisper Washer Surface Cleaner, for quick removal. Available at Alberson's Tile Roof Glaze, or your local roofing supply company.

Apollo Beach Total Color Restoration

2011-09-30T16:52:00.000-07:00

This tile roof has been washed too many times,

with too high of pressure.

Washed with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

Total color restoration with the Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze System and it's 12 year warranty

For questions, please contact us at 888.292.1707

Custom In-Field Color Matches

2011-09-27T06:34:00.000-07:00

We offer in-field color matching for discontinued roof tiles or shorted runs.

Please contact with questions.

Mission Sunset Total Color Restoration

2011-09-26T05:16:00.000-07:00

This tile roof had many problems. The contractor went in and replaced a deck, and misc. broken roof tiles. It was then ready for color restoration. We came in with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner and cleaned the entire roof surface in preparation for the

Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze System.

After RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

After the Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze System.

For Information, please contact us at 888.292.1707.

Terra Cotta Color Restoration

2011-09-15T11:43:00.000-07:00

After an incorrect chemical wash,

color was bleached from the roof tiles

Washed with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner, surface stabilized with Hydro-Bond Surface Stabilizer,

and 1 coat of Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze.

After completion of Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze

RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

2011-09-13T09:17:00.000-07:00

Not cleaned Cleaned with RTC 5000

Clean your tile roof in up to 1/3 of the time with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner! Totally Green product! Will NOT damage landscaping! Saves on labor, WATER, and equipment maintenance. Call your local roofing supply company today!

Phase 1 Fleet Landing Completed!

2011-09-08T11:06:00.000-07:00

Finally, the color restoration of

Fleet Landing (phase 1) is complete!

The first set of pictures were taken the day we started the color restoration.

As you can see, the tile roof is dirty, and has multiple replacement

roof tiles that are a different color.

Unwashed Tile

After washing with Alberson's RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner, it is apparent that cosmetically, this tile roof has seen better days. The customers have a roofing company that does their repairs, but there is nothing the roofing company can do about the appearance. And that is where we come in.

Tile Roof cleaned with Alberson's RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

Mudwork oxides are completely burnt.

Tile Roof cleaned with Alberson's RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

Half unwashed and half cleaned with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

The "White" seen on the cleaned tile roof is blue paint that was used by the roofing company to cover their repairs. Paint does not last on a tile roof, so this is what happens.

After the roofing company has completed all repairs, and the tile roof has been washed with Alberson's RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner, it is time to start our 4 part restoration process. The pictures below show the tile roof after color restoration. The customer chose to go back to their original Wedgewood Blue with an accent color. The variances in the blue in some of the photos is because of the different locations of the sun. The tile roof is all Wedgewood Blue.

Please contact us with any questions

you may have regarding the Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze System.

Fleet Landing Wedgewood Blue Total Restoration

2011-08-29T07:03:00.000-07:00

We are half way through the restoration project at Fleet Landing. Hurricane Irene did manage to throw our schedule into chaos. The next step will be applying the second color flash.

Color Change Tile Sample

2011-08-25T12:48:00.000-07:00

If your tile roof looks like this....

Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze can make your tile roof look like this...or any other color or color combination you may choose.

Hydro-Bond

2011-08-25T08:42:00.000-07:00

Tile roof is now prepped with Hydro-Bond, our tile roof surface conditioner. A licensed roofer is now completing repairs, and we will start applying Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze as Hurricane Irene allows...

20 year old Wedgewood Blue washed with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

2011-08-23T04:28:00.000-07:00

20 year old tile roof has been cleaned with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner. and is now ready for Hydro-Bond, the first step of the Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze System.

Wedgewood Blue Slurry Coat

2011-08-19T14:44:00.000-07:00

Due to the fact that the tile roof has not been sealed since it's installation, the elements were allowed to break down the Wedgewood Blue slurry coat, resulting in damage to the color and the surface of the slurry coat as evidenced in the above photographs.

Faded Paint on Fleet Landing Tile Roof.

2011-08-19T12:35:00.000-07:00

These pictures show plainly what happens to paint when applied to tile roofs. In this case, it turned white.

20 year old Wedgewood Blue washed with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

2011-08-19T12:13:00.000-07:00

Pressure washed at 1200 PSI using a Whisper Washer and

RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner

Fleet Landing Wedgewood Blue Total Restoration

2011-08-19T12:03:00.000-07:00

Today we are starting phase 1 of the Fleet Landing project. This tile roof is an old Wedgewood Blue with a second darker flash color. It is a 20 year old tile roof that has received multiple repairs. First, we will wash the entire roof with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner.

Roofing Contractors and Tile Roof Maintenance

2011-08-13T18:21:00.000-07:00

From all indications, many Florida contractors were acutely affected by the housing market’s collapse and the resulting recession.

But the contractors we know who survived are now ready to take advantage of whatever the improving economy may bring.

How have contractors dealt with the downswing? The methods are fairly common.

The construction industry has been mostly down through the recession of the last few years. There was not any real growth in construction in 2010…and new construction is still largely depressed. As a company we have found that owners of existing tile roofs are still afraid – after three plus years of economic uncertainty – to invest in a new tile roof. We have found that many people keep cleaning and repairing what they have. And tile repairs translates to roof maintenance, which can still be lucrative. During this time of economic uncertainty, we have found that many people have decided to maintain their tile roofs until it is absolutely necessary to replace them.

Prior to the last 5 years, times were great, and for some roofing companies we work with, maintenance was not necessarily as profitable as a new install. Times have changed. Several of our roofing partners are reviewing their previous customer lists, with an eye towards providing roof maintenance. Alberson’s Tile Roof Glaze, Inc. can provide you with the products and know how to enter this potentially profitable market. So despite new construction slumping in every area –commercial as well as residential – work is still out there for the companies that possess the skills, the reputation, and for those up to date with the latest technologies. Roofing companies we partner with who have implemented a maintenance department within their companies are seeing growth and profits. From pressure cleaning tile roofs with RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner, to Clear sealing with Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze, to color change and/or restoration of older tile roofs.

Alberson's Tile Roof Glaze, Inc. stands ready to assist roofing contractors in all aspects of tile roof cleaning, clear sealing, and color maintenance. For more information about our products, services, and contractor certification program, please contact us at 888.292.1707 or go to www.hydro-sheen.com.

2011-08-13T18:18:00.001-07:00

They work!

Alberson’s Tile Roof Glaze has had a long standing commitment to “GREEN” products. Since our inception in 1986, we have been producing Environmentally Safe products such as Hydro-Sheen Tile Roof Glaze, Hydro-Bond, and Oxide Alternative., that meet or are below the V.O.C. levels that are established by the United States Environmental Protection Agency and most other Government Agencies. Alberson’s also manufactures other green products to include RTC 5000 Roof Tile Cleaner, Algae Armor, and Re-Flect RC (an IRCCS) Interior Radiation Control System

William Alberson Sr.,the President and CEO of ATRG, not only designed and developed the formulas for our products, he established the application methods that we use.