Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant – 6 steps

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Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant Video guide

The video above shows all the uses. Turbo Poly Seal is the go-to product for any maintenance man. All roofs need some repairs whether it be flashing, drains, skylights, or chimneys that cause leaks.

The sealant was designed to address all leak problems. This product is unique because the composition is polyurethane and bituminous resins and will adhere to almost any surface. The only material Turbo poly Seal will not bond to is EPDM Rubber.

How to repair any leak on a roof with Turbo Poly Seal

It takes 20 minutes

Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant

Buy a can of Turbo Poly Seal and Polyester Fleece with a disposable brushThis is a half gallon of Turbo Poly Seal with Polyester Fleece

Find the leaky area

By taking measurements inside the building, you can use the same measurements to pinpoint the leak on the roof

Preparation

Take a wire brush and clean the surface where the leak is. Remove all debris, rust, and flaky paintClean surface with a wire brush

Using Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant

Open the can of Turbo Poly Seal and use a disposable brush to paint a coat of Turbo Poly Seal approximately three inches on either side of the leak areaApply first coat of Turbo Poly Seal covering 2 inches of each side of leak area

Polyester Fleece

Cut the Polyester Fleece to size and install it over the freshly painted sealant. Use the brush to dab it in.Install the Polyester Fleece over the freshly painted sealant

Final Coat

Apply a final coat of sealant over the Polyester Fleece making to cover it completelyApply a final coat of Turbo Poly Seal over the Polyester Fleece

Ultraviolet Protection

After several days paint a coat of Aluminum Asphalt coating to protect the Turbo Poly Seal against ultraviolet deterioration Apply 1 coat of Aluminum Asphalt Coating over the Sealant to protect against ultraviolets

Where can I buy Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant?

Turbo Poly Seal is only available online at Bergstrom Industries

How long after I have applied Turbo Poly Seal can it rain?

It can rain 20 after application

What is the life expectancy of Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant?

Without the Silver Coat protection, Turbo Poly Seal can last between 8 – 12 years.
With the Silver Coating the sealant will last beyond 15 years

What color does Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant come in?

Turbo Poly Seal only comes in brown

Can Turbo Poly Seal be painted?

Turbo Poly Seal is a Bituminous and urethane resin composition. Therefor you should use an oil based primer or oil based paints or urethane paint if you want to paint it a certain color

How long does it take to ship Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant?

It takes usually between 2 – 3 days for it to be delivered from the time it is shipped. UPS picks up every week day at 2 pm.

What is the coverage of Turbo Poly Seal per gallon?

You can expect to get around 5″ wide and 70 feet long if you use the fleece and 2 coats

The kit comes with the resin and polyester fleece. The polyurethane resin is applied with a brush to a surface that is free from dust, and then the fleece gets embedded into the polyurethane with another coat of resin brushed over the fleece.

Watch this video which is a compilation of videos where Turbo Poly Seal was used. This will give you a good idea of how to use it and all the applications for it.

Click the button below to see all the images step by step.

Metal Roof leak repairs

We have been using Turbo Poly Seal on all our Metal Roof Repairs. The hardest part always is to remove all the junk people have used trying to repair leaks. From silicone caulk to adhesive tapes to tar. It is our experience that metal roof seams are big issues and a battle for owners to keep it from leaking hence all the repairs. When we started using Turbo Poly Seal we were elated with results on how much time and money we saved. In many instances, we covered large rusted holes with great success.

The standing seams in metal roofs cause many problems when skylights or airconditioner curbs are installed. When the standing seams buts up to the curb wall, it causes water to pool. This creates a problem over time. To combat water collecting between the standing seams above a skylight or Airconditioner unit, we cut a section away of the seam to allow the roof to be flat around the curb so water can flow around the curb. To seal the cutout metal seams, we use Turbo Poly Seal.

The following images will give a detailed explanation of standing seam issues against curb flashings of skylights and air conditioners.

The arrow points to the rusted area and a hole in the metal roof due to standing water. This problem happens all the time when standing seams butts up against a curb causing water to collect. See how we went about it to repair it with Turbo Poly Seal.

Turbo Poly Seal Metal Roof- Rusted surface and hole in panel
Standing Seam causing water to sit and eventually cause the metal to rust

First, take an angle grinder with steel brush attached and clean the surface from rust. Remove all old caulking and tar. Try to remove as much rust as possible.

Turbo Poly Seal Metal Roof - clean the surface with a grinder and steel brush attached
An angle grinder with steel brush connected is used to prepare the metal roof surface

After cleaning and preparing the surface take a brush and paint a coat of Turbo Poly Seal covering the rusted areas. Make sure to cover the fasteners and extend over the seam panels.

Metal Roof - Coating the prepared area with Turbo Poly Seal
Painting the sealant over the rusted area and covering the seams and fasteners

After covering the surface, install a Polyester Fleece over the entire coated surface. Smoothe the Fleece out with your fingers to remove any air pockets.

nstall Polyester Fleece over coated area and smooth out with hand to remove air pockets
Installing a Polyester Fleece over the coated area

After leveling the Polyester Fleece, it is time to add a final coat of sealant. Take the can and pour the content out over the fleece.

Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant is poured over the fleece
Turbo Poly Seal poured out to repair a metal roof

Take a disposable brush and spread the sealant evenly over the Polyester fleece.

Spread the content over the polyester fleece evenly
Spreading the Turbo Poly Seal over the Polyester fleece evenly

The final result should look like this. There is no need to install a polyester fleece over all the areas. If the metal surface is still good, then a coat of the Turbo Poly Seal will be good enough.

Spreading the sealant evenly covering the polyester fleece and the rusted areas
Spreading the Turbo Poly Seal evenly

The following images are a guide on how to use Turbo Poly Seal

Use masking tape to prevent overspill

Turbo Poly Seal - prepare surface where repairts needed
Prepare the surface where repairs needed
Turbo Poly Seal - paint 1st coat of resin to surface
Paint the 1st coat to a clean surface
Cut Turbo Poly Fleece to size and apply over resin
Cut Fleece to size and apply over resin
Add a second coat of Turbo Poly Seal Resin over the fleece
Add a second coat of sealant resin over the fleece
Remove masking tape from Turbo Poly Seal before drying
Make sure to remove the masking tape from the Turbo Poly Seal before it dries
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66 thoughts on “Turbo Poly Seal Water Sealant – 6 steps”

    3. naasfer

      Sorry, we do not sell in Canada yet. We still have to get approved by Customs.
      Yes, Turbo Poly Seal performs well in cold climates

      Reply
  2. John Derrah

    I live in the American Southwest, El Paso, Texas, how will this product hold up to the scorching heat of the Desert? If I can get five years between resealing of the roof fixtures and skylights I’ll be happy.

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    1. Naas Ferreira

      Hi
      After applying the Turbo Poly Seal I recommend you coat it with Silver coating.
      That way you are sure that it is protected against ultraviolet rays.

      Reply
        1. Naas Ferreira

          The silver coating is Aluminum Asphalt that can be purchased at Home Depot or any roofing supply house.

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    2. Naas Ferreira

      Hi John. You should get 5 years easy. What I recommend in severe ultraviolet exposures is to paint the Turbo Poly seal with silver coating or any other oil-based paint. But, before painting it, paint an extra coat and wait a day or two before painting it with protective paint.

      Reply
  3. Debra L. Page

    how many square feet does 1 gallon cover?
    can this be used directly on top of a concrete chimney crown? what surface prep is required?

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    2. Naas Ferreira

      Yes, it is perfect to apply it directly to any surface accept EPDM rubber. It works perfect on cement surfaces like chimney caps. There is no prep necessary.

      Reply
      1. jason

        can you give me an examples of epdm rubber? is rubberized wet patch epdm? are rubber boots on vent pipes epdm? thanks

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        1. Naas Ferreira

          EPDM is a black synthetic rubber that is the same they use for innertubes on car tires. I used the Turbo Poly Seal over a roof boot that is made from EPDM but made the transition from the pipe to the roof itself or the flashing.

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    1. Naas Ferreira

      Not at this present time. We still have to register with customs. I don’t know of a similar product that can perform like Turbo Poly Seal.
      Sorry

      Reply
  7. Bill Hallbauer

    do you have a retail store in your plant that I could visit to pick up my items and chat to be sure I understand how to successfully use your product?

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  9. Rick Draper

    Can I use a product called Permakote (Nationwide Coating) as a top coat for the roof after I have installed Poly Turbo Seal where needed? It is a white roof coating used a lot here in Florida. The metal roof has had a few bad patch jobs and has a few leaks. Just bought the building so I want to start on the roof first.

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    1. naasfer

      It is always to prepare the surface. Rust is like dirt. The Turbo Poly Seal will bond to the rust but the rust will flake away eventually.
      Rust is duo to Oxygen and moist. So anytime you cost metal with any type of coating, it is likely to prevent rust. In this case, yes, Turbo Poly Seal will prevent rust.

      Reply
  11. Josh

    What is the application temperature range?
    I have a metal roof and not sure if it would be too hot to apply Turbo Seal during the afternoon, if that is an issue.
    Thank you

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    1. naasfer

      You can apply it at any temperature that you can work in.
      I have not seen or heard of any problems as far as temperatures.

      Reply
  12. Ewen

    Can i spray paint turbo poly or just paint it.
    What type of paint do i have to us. You still do not sell in Canada.
    I want to fix a metal roof , which product is better. Turbo or the super silicon .
    Thanks Ewen

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    1. naasfer

      Hi Greg. We don’t sell in 5 gal pails. The price would be the same whether you get it in Gallons or 5 gal pails. We found that it is best to use Turbo Poly Seal from gallons instead from 5 gal pails. The reason is once the container is opened, you are forced to use it it up what’s in the container. There is but a few days shelf life after opening the container. So using 1 gallon at a time allows you to pace the project better.

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  15. Charlie

    Hi, I have a metal roof with a pitch to a flat metal roof with cracks where I had rolled out the silver coating over old tar repairs. Can I use the turbo poly seal right on top of the old repairs, or should I get down to the metal and wire brush clean before use?

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  17. Jeffrey

    Hi, after doing a repair with the poly turbo seal on a flat metal roof, will you recommend using fibered aluminum coating or non-fibered aluminum coating? Any benefit of using one or the other? I am in South Florida where temperature are very hot and I believe the fibered have less elasticity on temperature changes,but definitely will like your opinion on this.

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  18. Michael

    Hi!
    On September 13th, in replying to a comment, you mentioned “… once the container is opened, you are forced to use up what’s in the container. There is but a few days shelf life after opening the container. ”
    I just received the turbo poly seal kit with two 29 oz cans. There is no mention of limited shelflife after opening a container; the only thing the can mentions, is to
    ” tightly seal all partially used containers.”
    Aside from closing the cans immediately after using, what things can be done to maximize the shelf life of containers that have been already been opened once? By “a few days” I’m guessing you were saying that once a can is opened, it must be used within three days. Is that a fair assumption?
    What is the shelf life on unopened/unused containers of Turbo Poly Seal?
    Thank you.
    Michael

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    1. naasfer

      Hi Michael
      I’ll try to explain it better this time. Like any paint, Turbo Poly Seal is a combination of urethane and bituminous resins. Urethane cures when in contact with moisture. You will notice that most of the time the cans are overfilled, almost to the brim. The reason is to have as little air in the can when shipped to provide a longer shelf life. When you close the lid after using some of the content, as in any paint, you are trapping more air and moist in the can. This will cure a layer of the content in the can, but the layer will become the seal between the trapped air and the Turbo Poly Seal. I have used Turbo Poly Seal a month after opening the can but had to remove that fleece that forms on the top.
      There is no telling how long a shelf life you can expect. Sometimes the air is more humid and some times less. The reason I said to use all of the product in the can once opened, is to avoid people complaining. It is impossible to expect everyone to use common sense, some just don’t have it. Common sense comes with experience in a certain field.
      I really appreciate you bringing attention to this, I’ll make sure the labels will instructions include this situation as well.

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      1. Michael Maldonado

        Thank you for your excellent explanation Naasfer!
        My favorite wood treatment — Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane — also forms a hard cured layer on top in between uses. I now keep it in a glass jar to keep a better airtight seal. I don’t mind removing the film at each new use of the urethane — I always considered it part of the deal. I would not complain about something like that and it’s just as well that every DIYer knows what to expect and the many possible variables that come into play. It’s always great, and a real pleasure, to be enlightened by a true expert in any particular field. Thanks again!!

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        1. naasfer

          Thanks for the compliment. Sometimes I am so tired, that I don’t spend enough time to explain things, but you are an encouragement to me

          Reply
    2. naasfer

      Hi Michael
      I am reading through the post this morning and noticed that I have never answered your questions. Sorry about that.
      Turbo Poly Seal is a combination of Urethane and Bituminous resins. Bitumen takes time to dry because of the petroleum in it has to evaporate. On the other hand Urethane cures because of humidity. When it comes in contact with moist then it starts curing. That is why when we fill the containers is to leave as little air as possible in it to limit the amount of moist trapped in the can at the time of shipping. Once you open the can and use part of the material, you then will trap air in the can after closing it. This happens with paints, urethane, and other paint products you buy at Home Depot or other stores.

      Reply
  19. John

    How long is the expected out door life on a repair on a chimney flashing repair, untill you need to add another application of turbo seal? Also how big of a gap would you recommend that turbo seal can seal over properly?

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    1. naasfer

      Life expectancy varies from place to place. But I think between 10 and 15 years.
      To get better results, I normally fill the gaps with a urethane caulking. But I have made transitions over 2 inc gaps already.

      Reply
  20. John

    Once turbo seal is applied and has dried. what are the steps and procedures if a repair needs to be made on the flashing etc, how is turbo poly seal removed?

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    1. naasfer

      I hope you never have to remove Turbo Poly Seal. It sticks pretty well to metal and everything else. Several times I had to throw away the paint mixer that I used to stirr up a 5 gal bucket after it dried up. Lately, I clean the blades very well so the Turbo poly seal would not harden on it.
      I don’t know the answer to that.

      Reply
  21. Bob

    I have a “lean to” carport that was not flashed but was “sealed” with silicone (something called ‘through the roof’, I believe). I use the term “sealed” very loosely because it leaks like a sieve. Should I remove the old silicone before applying the Poly Seal?

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    1. naasfer

      Hey Bob
      Yes, you have to remove the silicone. Turbo Poly Seal will not adhere to silicone. The easiest way to go about it is to use an angle grinder with a hardwire bristle cup and grind the silicone off.
      Preparation is the key to ensure a leak-proof transition. Make sure to use either lacquer thinners or acetone that you can buy at Home Depot to remove the thin film left behind from the silicone. Use a rag and thinners and scrub it hard to get it clean.
      I am sorry that you have to do this over again.
      Good Luck

      Reply
  22. Bob

    One more question Naasfer… I have about 25 linear feet of seam to cover. Will the two quart kit be enough to complete that?

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    1. naasfer

      Yes, it should be enough. The Turbo Poly Seal Kit comes with a 25 roll of fleece. What I suggest is to cut the fleece in half lengthwise. That way you will have enough fleece to do the job. As long as there is about an inch of fleece on either side of the seam

      Reply
  23. Ryan

    Hello sir, greetings from Northern Idaho! I am excited to use your product and most all questions have been answered here and on your great YouTube videos. It is an early, bitter cold winter here so far and just bought a home with a metal roof leak. I understand clearly all the prep work and application of Turbo. All I want to know is can I apply this product in below freezing temperatures and it will cure or dry still?

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    1. naasfer

      Hi Ryan
      Congratulations on the purchase of your new home. I have applied Turbo Poly Seal at temperatures around 20 degrees Fahrenheit and had no problem with it. Yes, it will cure because of humidity. Urethane cures fast when it comes in contact with moist.
      Also, it can rain 20 after applying the sealant and the rain will not harm it.

      Reply
  24. Jared Forsberg

    Hello,
    I will be using the turbo poly seal to repair a cement chimney crown and the flashing on my brick chimney. I will also be treating the brick with a sealer(Seal Krete) . Should I apply the turbo poly seal before or after sealing the brick or does it not matter?

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    1. naasfer

      Hi Jared
      Thanks for all the images you shared about the chimney. After reviewing the images, I concluded that it was not necessary to use any sealant on the face of the chimney. Turbo Poly seal is the right thing to use for the chimney cap and the flashing.
      Send me pics after you did the chimney please.

      Reply
  26. matt

    It says this product “should last 10-15 years depending on thickness of application” my first question involves uv exposure, is this 10-15 years when coated with a uv protector like karnak silver, or is that 10-15 years with nothing covering the turbo poly seal? Also if we, as a company are going to charge a company or homeowner to apply your product they are going to want to know whats the warranty? do you have any guarantees/warranty’s on your product

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    1. Naas Ferreira

      Hi Matt
      Unlike the products that you see on the shelf of Home depot like caulking, which gives a 50-year life guarantee Bergstrom Industries does not provide any guarantees. There are too many variations to be able to do so. The rule of thumb is, the better the preparation, the longer it will last. The number that I give “10 – 15 years” is with protection. But in reality, if you protect anything from UV’s, it should last indefinitely. Ultraviolet rays are what degrade most products and life.

      Reply
  27. Matthew M Sevde

    i’m reusing a steel roof on a metal carport frame and now my hole spacing is off can i patch the old screw holes with this product or do you know how i should go about this? would it be best to fill in the old holes with panhead screws first or can this handle that kind of void as is? also how long do you estimate it will last?
    Thanks,
    Matt

    Reply
  28. Paul R Holleran

    Question : Will this product repair roof leaks on steel shipping containers? Do you have any how to videos for this type of repair?

    Reply

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