Commercial flat roof keeps leaking after repairs?
Straight talk on why your flat roof fails after repairs, from TruRoof, commercial roofing in Ludlow, KY.
You own a building in Ludlow. Maybe it's a shop on Elm Street or a warehouse near the Ohio River. Your flat roof is 30 years old. You've had it patched three times in the last two years. But water still finds a way in. You're tired of worrying about soggy ceiling tiles and damaged inventory.
Old flat roofs fail because the rubber membrane wears out. Sun, rain, and freezing Kentucky winters crack it over time. Patching a worn roof is like putting a bandage on a torn jacket. Water seeps under patches, soaks the insulation, and spreads. If you see water stains on ceilings or smell mildew, the insulation underneath is likely wet. A simple core test can show how far the damage goes.
Fixing a roof that leaks after many repairs usually takes a full roof replacement or a silicone restoration coating. A coating can buy you 10 to 15 more years if the deck and insulation are still dry. If the insulation is soaked, it has to come out. Jobs in Ludlow often run 2 to 5 days. Cost depends on roof size, how steep the tear-off is, and whether we find hidden rot. Expect a few thousand for a coating or more for a full tear-off. It is cheaper than constant patches and ruined stock.
This week, stop calling for more patches. They will not hold. Call TruRoof and schedule an inspection. We will take a core sample to check your insulation. You will know in 30 minutes whether your roof needs a coating or a tear-off. No obligation. No pressure. Just a clear answer so you can stop throwing money at leaks.
After the work is done, you will walk through your building during the next big rainstorm and not see a single drip. Your inventory stays dry. Your ceilings look clean. You stop worrying every time the forecast calls for heavy rain. That peace of mind is worth it.
What people in Ludlow 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 Ludlow 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 Ludlow and the area around it.