Roof coating or full replacement for your flat roof?
Straight answers for building owners in Lawrenceburg, IN — from a commercial roofing contractor who knows flat roofs.
You walk your commercial building in Lawrenceburg and see the flat roof is aging. Bubbles, small cracks, maybe a leak after heavy rains near the Ohio River. You hear about roof coatings that promise to extend the life. But you wonder if it's just a band-aid. You need to know what actually works before you spend a dime.
Flat roofs take a beating from standing water and sun. Over time, the membrane breaks down. Coatings are like a liquid-applied shield. They work only if the roof deck and insulation underneath are dry and solid. If water has already made its way in, a coating won't stop the rot. You need to know what's happening under the surface.
A coating job might cost a few dollars per square foot. It can buy you 5 to 10 years if the roof qualifies. A full replacement costs more upfront but solves the problem for 20 years or more. The real question is not coating vs replacement. The question is what condition your roof is really in. A core sample tells the truth.
Before you decide, get a moisture scan and a core sample. That's the only way to know if water is trapped in the insulation. TruRoof can do this for your Lawrenceburg property. We'll show you exactly what's going on. If the roof is sound, a coating might be the right call. If not, you'll save money by not wasting it on a coating that fails.
Once you have the facts, the choice is clear. No more guessing. No more emergency patches. Your building stays dry through Indiana winters and summer storms. You make one decision and move on.
What people in Lawrenceburg 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 Lawrenceburg 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 Lawrenceburg and the area around it.