Your flat roof is failing. TPO or EPDM?
Straight answers on flat commercial roof membranes from a local Delhi Hills, OH contractor.
You run a building in Delhi Hills and your flat roof is showing its age. Maybe it bubbles near the Delhi Shopping Center, or you see standing water after a storm off I-74. You hear two names: TPO and EPDM. You need to know which one stops the leaks and fits your budget, before you call anyone.
Most flat roofs in Delhi Hills use either black rubber (EPDM) or white plastic (TPO). EPDM has been around for decades. It handles water that sits for a while, which matters if your drainage is slow. But it soaks up heat. In a Cincinnati summer, that can push cooling bills up. TPO is the newer material. Its white surface reflects sun, so your building stays cooler. For warehouses, retail strips, and churches around Delhi Center, TPO is now the usual choice.
The cost depends on your roof size and shape. A simple, open rectangle is faster to cover. Lots of HVAC units, curbs, or tight edges add labor. On many commercial buildings here, a full replacement runs in the low to mid five figures, but a roof assessment gives you an exact number. Either membrane can last 20 years or more if installed right. Insurance sometimes helps when storm damage from I-275 corridor weather is involved.
The next step is simple. Get someone on your roof who knows Delhi Hills drainage patterns and the flat roofs common on older Delshire commercial strips. TruRoof can walk the roof with you, check the slope, and tell you if TPO or EPDM fits your situation. Do not pick a material just from an online ad. One wrong call traps you with heat soak or water pooling for years.
Once the right membrane is down, your flat roof holds up. Water drains. The inside stays dry and comfortable. You stop watching the sky every time it rains near the Great Miami River. A decision you make once will work for decades.
What people in Delhi Hills 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 Delhi Hills 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 Delhi Hills and the area around it.