TPO vs EPDM: What's right for your flat commercial roof?
Straight answers for building owners in Alexandria, KY, from TruRoof commercial roofing.
You have a flat roof on your office or warehouse in Alexandria. It's leaking or looking worn. Everyone tells you something different about TPO and EPDM. You need to know which one works here, with our summer heat and sudden downpours.
Your flat roof is failing. Cracks, blisters, or water pooling after storms. TPO and EPDM are the two main choices for replacement. You see them on buildings along US-27 and near Old Town Alexandria. TPO is a white, heat-reflecting plastic. EPDM is a black rubber sheet. Both work. But they solve different problems.
Cost depends on your roof size and condition. TPO usually runs a bit less than EPDM for a typical commercial job. If your roof has a lot of ponding water, EPDM handles it better. But TPO can lower your cooling bills in summer. Most flat roofs in northern Kentucky go with TPO. It handles the sun and heat well. A tear-off and new install takes a few days to a week. Patching is cheaper now, but you may spend more over time.
Start with a roof inspection. Do not keep patching a roof that is past its life. You risk interior damage and mold. TruRoof can walk your roof, check the slope and drainage, and give you a straight answer. We serve Alexandria and Campbell County. Call us this week before the next big rain hits.
Once the right roof is on, you stop worrying about leaks. Your building stays cooler. You know the roof can handle Kentucky weather. No more guessing. Just a dry, solid roof over your business.
What people in Alexandria say
"I'm reviewing my two new roofs, on my house and my garage, installed by TruRoof. The company, and Damon Chuke, their representative, helped me work with the insurance company, and with understanding all the details of the whole process. They took out an obsolete chimney, were on time and professional, and the finished roofs and flashing are beautiful. Many compliments from neighbors. Highly recommended by me."
"We have a beautiful condo in a historic building from the 1840s. Late November had a bad leak in the dining room area. I called Britt at TruRoof who came out and inspected the entire roof of the building. He said to do the entire roof could be around $50,000. But then he started laughing and said you need to caulk the area around one of the chimneys. I thought he was nuts, but I did the caulking, which cost me about 25 bucks worth of outdoor caulk, and there are no more leaks. I cannot express my appreciation for his diligence and his honesty. That kind of a company and a person is rare these days. Highly, highly, highly recommend these guys."
"TruRoof did an outstanding job from start to finish. Communication leading up to the start date was great. Once on site and the project started, everything went as discussed, and the crew was very professional."
Other things people in Alexandria ask
can you reroof over an existing flat roof
A recover works when there is one roof layer and dry insulation. A core sample tells us in an hour.
how much does a commercial roof cost
We price by square footage, system and insulation and give you a written proposal you can put in front of the board.
commercial roof keeps leaking after repairs
When a roof fails despite repeated repairs, the membrane is likely shot. Get a core sample to check insulation. If it is wet, a full replacement or a silicone restoration coating may be needed. Stop wasting money on patches.
roof coating vs replacement flat roof
Coatings work when the roof is still structurally sound and the membrane is intact. If there are multiple leaks, ponding, or wet insulation underneath, a coating won't fix it. Get a moisture scan and a core sample before deciding.
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TruRoof handles commercial roofing in Alexandria and the area around it.