Commercial Roof Keeps Leaking After Repairs?
Commercial roofing help for Erlanger, KY, when patches stop working.
You manage a commercial property in Erlanger, maybe off I-275 or US 641. The flat roof on your building has been patched three times in two years. Water still finds a way in. You are frustrated and worried about inventory damage. It is time to stop throwing money at temporary fixes.
A 30 year old flat roof that leaks after multiple patches is telling you something. The waterproof layer is worn out. Seams open, and the metal strips around roof edges crack and pull away. Small holes let water through. Each patch fixes one spot, but the rest of the roof is still old. The insulation under the surface may already be soaked. That hidden moisture keeps causing new leaks. Every freeze-thaw cycle in Kenton County makes those cracks worse.
A proper fix starts with a core sample. A small plug is cut out to check if the insulation is wet. If the insulation is dry, a silicone coating can buy you time. If it is wet, you need a full roof replacement. Cost depends on roof size, how many layers must come off, and whether the boards underneath are damaged. A tear-off costs more than a coating. But a coating over wet insulation fails, and you pay twice. Many Erlanger roofs have two or three layers, which adds labor.
This week, get a core sample before you approve another patch. Stop spending money on repairs that only last a few months. TruRoof serves Erlanger commercial properties and can inspect the roof, cut a core, and tell you if the insulation is wet. If it is dry, a coating may work. If it is wet, you plan a full replacement. Call or book an inspection before the next big storm. The sooner you know, the sooner you stop losing inventory to water.
Once the roof is replaced or coated correctly, the leaks stop. You will not need buckets in the hall. Inventory stays dry. Your insurance claims drop. You get a roof that handles Erlanger rain, ice, and summer heat for years. You can close the file on this problem and move on.
What people in Erlanger 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 Erlanger 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 Erlanger and the area around it.