TPO or EPDM for your flat commercial roof?
Straight answers for building owners in Milford, OH, from TruRoof commercial roofing.
You run a shop off US Route 50 or manage a warehouse near I-275, and your flat roof is showing its age. Blisters, cracks, or standing water keep you up at night. Everyone has a different opinion on the right rubber. You just want to know what works here in Milford.
Identify the real problem. A flat roof with bubbles or peeling seams usually means the old membrane is shot. TPO is a white, single-ply sheet that reflects sunlight. It lowers cooling costs for air-conditioned buildings, which matters during Ohio summers. EPDM is a black rubber membrane. It handles ponding water better and is less likely to tear. If your roof has low spots from years of settling, EPDM can buy you more time.
Cost and scope vary. A full tear-off and replacement for a small commercial roof starts around $8,000 to $12,000. Larger footprints, like a retail strip or church, run $15,000 to $30,000 or more. The final number depends on how many layers need removal and whether the decking underneath is rotten. Extra insulation or tapered systems to fix drainage add to the bill. Both TPO and EPDM are durable, but TPO is usually cheaper to install.
Your move this week. Get a roof inspection that looks at slope, drainage, and insulation. Do not patch a failing membrane yourself. Cheap sealants often fail inside six months. Call TruRoof for an honest assessment. We walk the roof with you, check core samples, and recommend the right membrane for your building, whether it is a downtown Milford storefront or an office off Carriage Way Park.
Once it is done, the worry stops. Your tenants stay dry. Your cooling bills level out. And you have a roof that can last 20 years with simple upkeep. No more chasing leaks after every storm. No more guessing which product to trust.
What people in Milford 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 Milford 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 Milford and the area around it.