Flat roof leaking again after all those repairs?
Honest advice for commercial roofing in Fort Mitchell, KY, when patches stop working.
Your Fort Mitchell commercial building has a flat roof that just won't stay dry. You have paid for repairs three times in two years, but water still drips onto inventory. You need a real fix before the damage gets worse.
What you are seeing is a membrane that has given up. Flat roofs take a beating from Kentucky sun, rain, and freeze-thaw cycles that pull seams apart. Once the top layer is shot, water sneaks into the insulation underneath. No surface patch can stop that. The roof holds moisture like a sponge, and every new leak is a symptom of a bigger problem inside.
Fixing it right means either a full roof replacement or a silicone restoration coating. The cost depends on the roof size, how wet the insulation is, and whether the decking is still sound. A simple coating might run a few dollars per square foot. A full tear-off costs more but buys you decades. The only way to know is to check the insulation with a core sample.
Stop calling for another patch. This week, have a roofer cut a small core out of your roof. If the insulation is wet, you need more than a quick fix. TruRoof can do that inspection and walk you through your options with no pressure. You will see exactly what is happening under the surface before you spend another dollar.
Once the new roof or coating is on, the leaks stop for good. Your stock stays dry, your ceiling tiles stay clean, and you stop throwing money at temporary fixes. You can finally focus on your business, not on the next rainstorm.
What people in Fort Mitchell 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 Fort Mitchell 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 Fort Mitchell and the area around it.