TPO vs EPDM: What's best for your flat commercial roof?
Honest advice on TPO vs EPDM for your flat commercial roof in Oakley, OH. From TruRoof.
Your flat roof over your Oakley office or retail space is starting to worry you. You've heard TPO reflects heat, EPDM handles ponding water well. Which one stands up to Cincinnati's hot summers, cold snaps, and spring storms without leaking every year?
Flat commercial roofs in Oakley typically use single-ply membranes. TPO is a white, heat-reflective sheet. EPDM is a black synthetic rubber. If your roof pools water after rain, EPDM's flexibility sounds good. If your air conditioning bills spike every July, TPO's reflectivity can cut cooling costs. Both can last 20 to 30 years when installed right. But many older Oakley buildings have low-slope roofs that don't drain well, making the choice harder than it looks.
A full tear-off and replacement for a 5,000-square-foot commercial roof in Oakley usually runs $5 to $9 per square foot for TPO, and $4 to $8 for EPDM. That's roughly $25,000 to $45,000 total. Smaller repairs cost less. The price depends on how many layers need removal, insulation condition, and roof access. Steep or complicated roof sections add labor. Most jobs take a week to ten days, weather permitting.
Before you decide, get a roof assessment from a contractor who knows Oakley commercial buildings. They'll check slope, drainage, and insulation. Don't just pick based on color or price. A wrong choice can trap moisture or tear in high winds. TruRoof offers a free inspection that looks at how your specific roof handles Cincinnati weather. Call us this week to schedule it. The assessment takes about an hour, and you'll have a clear recommendation.
Once the right membrane is on, your roof handles rain, snow, and sun without constant worry. Your energy bills stabilize. Tenants stop complaining about leaks. You'll have a warranty and a roof that lasts decades. It's one less thing to manage.
What people in Oakley 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 Oakley 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.
Ready to talk?
TruRoof handles commercial roofing in Oakley and the area around it.