Roof coating or full replacement for your flat roof?
Straight answers from TruRoof, commercial roofing in Fort Mitchell, KY.
You manage a commercial property in Fort Mitchell. Your flat roof is aging, but it's not completely gone. You've heard roof coatings can save you from a full tear-off. You've also heard they're a waste of money. You need to know what actually works here, near Interstate 71, where summer heat and winter freezes punish a roof year-round.
A flat roof that looks worn but isn't leaking heavily often has small cracks, blisters, or ponding water. That's common on older buildings. A coating can seal surface damage and reflect heat. But it only works if the roof membrane is intact and the insulation underneath is dry. Wet insulation means the damage goes deeper than the surface. A coating won't fix that.
Coating costs less up front, usually a few dollars per square foot. But it's not a permanent fix. A full replacement tears off the old roof down to the deck. That costs more but lasts 20 years or longer. If your roof has multiple leaks, soft spots, or soggy insulation, coating is throwing money away. The right choice depends on the roof's condition, not just your budget.
This week, get a professional to take a core sample and run a moisture scan. That tells you if the insulation is dry. If it is, a coating might buy you 5 to 10 years. If not, you need a replacement. TruRoof can do that inspection for your Fort Mitchell property and give you a straight answer, not a sales pitch.
Once you have the facts, you'll know which path makes sense. No more guessing. Your building stays dry, and you're not wasting money on a fix that won't last.
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.
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 Fort Mitchell and the area around it.