Roof coating or full replacement for your flat roof?
Straight answers for Eastgate businesses from TruRoof, commercial roofing in Eastgate, OH.
You run a storefront or warehouse in Eastgate and your flat roof looks worn but not destroyed. You notice cracks in the surface and maybe a small leak. You wonder if a coating can buy you a few years, or if you are just wasting money that should go toward a full replacement.
A roof coating can work when the underlying roof is still solid. Think of it like sealing a driveway. If the base is sound, a coating adds a waterproof layer and reflects sun. But if water is already trapped inside the insulation, or the membrane has multiple soft spots, coating it just hides the problem. The water stays underneath, rotting the deck.
Cost depends on what a moisture scan finds. A coating job on a sound 10,000-square-foot roof might run between $2 and $4 per square foot. A full replacement is usually $6 to $9 per square foot. The real risk is spending on a coating, then still needing replacement a year later. The bigger the roof and the deeper the ponding water, the more a coating becomes a gamble.
Before you spend any money, get a moisture scan and a core sample. A thermal camera can see wet insulation you cannot feel. A core cut tells you what layers are actually there. If the scan shows less than 10 percent wet insulation, a coating may make sense. If more, you need replacement. Call TruRoof for a flat roof check in Eastgate. We scan, show you the images, and let you decide.
Once it is fixed right, your roof sheds water cleanly and reflects summer heat. Your tenants stay dry through Ohio storms. You get a warranty that means something, not a patch job you cross your fingers over every time it rains.
What people in Eastgate 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 Eastgate 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 Eastgate and the area around it.