Roof coating or full replacement for your flat roof?
Straight answers from TruRoof, commercial roofing in Cheviot, OH.
Your Cheviot flat roof is aging but not shot. You've heard coatings can buy time. But you don't want to waste money if it really needs a full tear-off. Here's how to decide.
You're seeing wear on your flat roof. Maybe some ponding after rain. Maybe a small leak near a drain. The roof isn't falling in, but it's not new. Coatings promise a quick fix. The truth: coatings only work if the roof underneath is still dry and strong. If water is already trapped in the insulation, a coating just seals the problem in.
A coating job usually costs $2 to $4 per square foot. A full replacement runs $6 to $10 per square foot, maybe more if the deck is bad. A coating can last 5 to 10 years if the roof is sound. A replacement should last 20 or more. The bigger question is what's happening under the surface. That's what tells you which path makes sense.
This week, have someone do a moisture scan and take a core sample. That shows if the insulation is wet. If it's dry and the membrane is mostly intact, a coating is a smart move. If there are multiple leaks or soft spots, coating is throwing money away. TruRoof can do this check and tell you straight what you need. No push either way.
Once you know what's under the surface, the choice is clear. You either coat it and get more years, or replace it and stop worrying. Either way, you stop guessing. You have a plan based on facts, not a sales pitch. Your building stays dry, and you're not spending money you don't need to.
What people in Cheviot 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 Cheviot 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.
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.
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TruRoof handles commercial roofing in Cheviot and the area around it.