Nashville, TN. New third party testing recently revealed that GacoOnePass and GacoOnePass Low GWP spray foam insulation, is approved for revised shortened re-entry time for trades resulting in industry leading ACH level for 1 hour re-entry for trade workers. Recommended re-entry time of one hour with 10 Air Changes per Hour (ACH), confirms our industry […]
Take advantage of the tax reform for your roof improvements in 2019! On December 22, 2017, the most sweeping tax legislation since the Tax Reform Act of 1986 was signed into law. The national tax reform bill features pro-growth adjustments for businesses, and the roofing industry is one of the benefiting parties. Better known as […]
Gaco was recognized during the International Roofing Expo (IRE) by UL’s Building and Life Safety Technologies team. The 50-year Dedication to Safety award was presented as a symbol of the brand’s long-term dedication to the production of safe products that comply with UL, regulatory, and industry requirements.
The award was presented on February 11 at the […]
The recently enacted national tax reform bill features pro-growth adjustments for businesses, and the roofing industry is one of the benefitting parties. Better known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the bill features enhanced deductions under Section 179 that lower the cost of commercial property improvements, including the roof.
The newly modified Section 179 expands […]
WAUKESHA, WI, November 3, 2017 – Charles (Chuck) Skalski, President of Gaco Western, has announced he will retire at the end of 2017.
Skalski’s 27-year career with the company is highlighted by many major milestones, including the acquisition of Gaco Western by Firestone Building Products in April of this year. In addition, Skalski’s tenure featured the […]
September 21, 2017 – In the terrible aftermath of Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, we want to help our neighbors in need and are donating an entire truckload of GacoPatch Silicone Roof Patch to each of the affected areas to help families stop leaks in their roofs.
GacoPatch can be applied to a damp surface, and […]
August 10, 2017 – GacoPatch is a fiber reinforced silicone roof patch from Gaco Western designed for roof leak repairs in a one-step application. Primers, seam tapes and top coats are not required.
Due to the success of GacoPatch Gray, Gaco is now introducing GacoPatch White and Black to use on existing roofs without leaving unsightly patching […]
May 2, 2017 – GacoFlex S20 Solvent-Free 100% Silicone has received NSF P151 Certification of Rainwater Catchment Components.
With water quality and quantity concerns on the rise across the US and around the world, local codes use NSF P151 as a requirement for rainwater catchment to allow the water to be used for potable water or landscape […]
April 21, 2017 – Gaco Western is pleased to announce that GacoOnePass F1850 Closed Cell Foam has successfully completed the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) Material Evaluation process for medium density sprayed polyurethane foam and has been deemed an ABAA Evaluated Material and part of an ABAA Evaluated Assembly.
This evaluation is the pinnacle of […]
Closed Deal Immediately Expands Company’s Roofing Portfolio and Reinforces Position as Leader in Building Envelope Solutions
INDIANAPOLIS – April 3, 2017 – Firestone Building Products Company, LLC (Firestone) today announced its acquisition of Gaco Western (Gaco), a leader in innovative silicone roofing systems and provider of top-tier waterproofing and spray foam insulation. The deal, which includes […]
