TPO vs EPDM for your flat commercial roof? Here's the straight answer.
A clear comparison for Wyoming, OH business owners, from TruRoof commercial roofing.
You walk through your Wyoming building after a storm. There's a new water spot on the ceiling. You know the flat roof is getting old. Now you have to decide between the white stuff (TPO) and the black rubber (EPDM). And you need it fixed before the next rain hits I-75.
Flat roofs in Ohio take a beating from sun, rain, and freeze-thaw cycles. TPO is a white, heat-reflective membrane. It bounces sunlight back, which cuts your cooling bills in summer. EPDM is black synthetic rubber. It absorbs heat but handles standing water well. For most Wyoming commercial buildings, TPO makes more sense. Our summers are getting hotter, and a white roof keeps the inside cooler without cranking the AC.
A new membrane for a typical 5,000-square-foot roof runs from $25,000 to $40,000. The final number depends on how much deck repair is needed, insulation thickness, and how many rooftop units have to be flashed. EPDM is often a little cheaper upfront. But TPO can lower energy costs enough to close that gap over a few years. Both can last 20 to 25 years if installed right.
Do not ignore small leaks or bubbling seams. They get worse fast. This week, call TruRoof for a no-pressure roof assessment. We will check your slope, drainage, and existing insulation. Then we give you a straight recommendation, TPO or EPDM, based on what your building actually needs. No guessing.
A month from now, the roof is done. You hear rain outside and don't flinch. The ceiling stays dry. The office stays comfortable. And you stop worrying about what's overhead so you can focus on what's inside.
What people in Wyoming 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 Wyoming 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 Wyoming and the area around it.