TPO vs EPDM for your flat commercial roof? Here's how to decide.
A Middletown commercial roofing contractor gives you the straight answer on TPO vs EPDM.
Your flat roof is failing. You see cracks, blisters, or water stains inside. You’ve heard TPO is white and saves energy. You’ve heard EPDM is tough and handles ponding water. But in Middletown, with our humid summers and sudden storms, does one work better than the other? You need an honest answer, not a sales pitch.
Flat roofs in Middletown take a beating from summer heat and spring downpours. TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) is a white membrane that reflects sunlight, keeping the building cooler. EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) is a black rubber sheet, known for handling ponding water well. If your roof has cracks, blisters, or water stains inside, the material is failing. The choice between TPO and EPDM depends on your roof’s slope, drainage, and how much sun it gets.
A new flat roof for a Middletown commercial building can run from $5 to $10 per square foot. TPO is usually at the lower end of that range. EPDM costs a bit more because it’s heavier and requires more labor to install. The overall price depends on the size of your roof, the number of penetrations, and whether the underlying deck needs replacing. Most jobs take 3 to 7 days. You’re not just paying for material, you’re paying for a roof that will last 20 to 30 years.
This week, call a commercial roofer to inspect your roof. Don’t delay. Ponding water and leaks only get worse. A professional will measure your roof’s slope and drainage. They’ll tell you if TPO’s reflectivity or EPDM’s durability is the better fit. TruRoof provides no-obligation roof assessments for business owners in Middletown. You’ll get a clear answer within 48 hours.
Once the right roof is installed, you won’t think about leaks for decades. Your building stays cooler in summer, and you don’t have to worry when a storm rolls through Middletown. You can focus on your business, not your roof. No more buckets in the hallway. No more midnight calls. Just a solid, proven roof that does its job.
What people in Middletown 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 Middletown 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.
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 Middletown and the area around it.