Old flat roof keeps leaking after multiple repairs
When patches fail, here's what to do next. Commercial roofing help in Bridgetown, OH.
You run a business in Bridgetown, maybe off I-74, and your flat roof is 30 years old. You have called for repairs three times in two years, but water still drips onto your inventory. You are tired of wasting money on fixes that do not last.
When a flat roof leaks over and over, the membrane is likely worn out. Patches cover holes, but they cannot fix a roof that has aged past its useful life. Water gets trapped under the surface, rots the insulation, and spreads damage you cannot see from the outside. A roof that fails this way will keep leaking until the whole system is replaced or restored.
Cost depends on the size of the building and the damage underneath. A full tear-off and new roof costs more than a silicone restoration coating, but both stop the leaks for good. If the insulation is wet, you will need a full replacement. If the deck is still solid, a coating can save money and add years of life. In Bridgetown, most commercial roofs are replaced within one to two weeks once work starts.
This week, call TruRoof for a core sample. We cut a small piece out of the roof to check if the insulation is wet. That test tells you exactly what you need, no guessing. Do not pay for another patch. Every time water sits on that roof, it damages more of your building and your stock. A free inspection takes about an hour and gives you a clear plan.
Once the roof is fixed, you can walk through your building after a rainstorm and see dry floors. Your inventory stays safe. The stress of checking the ceiling every time it storms goes away. You get back to running your business, not babysitting a roof.
What people in Bridgetown 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 Bridgetown 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.
TPO vs EPDM flat roof
TPO is white and reflects heat, which helps cooling costs in summer. EPDM is black rubber and handles ponding water well. For most Cincinnati commercial buildings, TPO is the default choice. Get a roof assessment to match the membrane to your roof's slope and drainage.
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 Bridgetown and the area around it.