The ponding water on your flat roof hasn't dried in three days. Dark patches are spreading across the ceiling tiles inside. TruRoof handles commercial roof coatings and restoration across Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana.
Why You Can Trust Us
A flat roof from the 1990s or early 2000s often has a black EPDM rubber surface or an older built-up asphalt cap. You'll see alligator cracking across the membrane, blisters where moisture got trapped, and seams that are lifting. Ponding water that stays for 48 hours after rain is a clear sign the roof needs work.
Every time it storms, you're moving inventory or relocating desks. Ceiling stains spread and drywall starts to crumble. Tenants call about drips and you're patching the same spots over and over. Other contractors tell you the only option is a full tear-off, which shuts down your building for weeks.
TruRoof starts by pressure-washing the entire roof to bare membrane. The crew repairs every seam, drain, and curb flashing with reinforced fabric, then applies a bonding primer. The silicone or acrylic coating goes on as a single fluid-applied membrane that self-levels around details. The coating is included. Any structural decking repairs underneath are quoted separately.
After the work cures, the roof reflects sunlight instead of absorbing it. Your upper floor runs cooler and the ponding water is gone. You can walk the roof without sticking to soft patches. The ceilings stay dry and you stop worrying every time the forecast calls for heavy rain.
Our process
- 1Pressure-wash the entire roof surfaceA crew removes dirt, loose gravel, and old coating so the new material bonds tight.
- 2Repair seams, flashings, and penetrationsEvery pipe boot, drain, and edge detail gets sealed with reinforced fabric and mastic.
- 3Apply primer to the cleaned substrateA bonding primer goes down across the full roof field for adhesion.
- 4Spray or roll the silicone or acrylic topcoatA single continuous membrane goes on in one to two coats, creating a seamless waterproof layer.
Why Cincinnati homeowners and building owners call TruRoof
- 24/7 emergency response for active leaks in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
- Silicone systems come with a 15-year material warranty from the manufacturer
- Same crew on your roof from prep to final coat
- Written quote shows full scope, no hidden line items
The roof leaks every time it rains hard. The repair patches from last year are peeling up at the edges. You're worried the whole roof needs to be torn off and you can't afford that right now.
Roof problems we fix
Silicone vs acrylic roof coating
You have two coating quotes with different chemistries and different warranties.
Silicone holds up to ponding water, acrylic costs less on roofs that drain well. The roof decides.
Is a roof coating a good idea
Someone pitched a coating instead of a replacement and it sounds too cheap to be real.
Coatings work on a sound roof with dry insulation. They do not fix a roof that is already saturated. We test first.
How long will a silicone roof coating last
You want to know how many years a coating buys before you are back at replacement.
10 to 20 years depending on thickness and prep, and it can be recoated instead of torn off.
Old flat roof keeps leaking after multiple repairs
Your commercial flat roof is 30 years old. You have patched it three times in two years, but water still finds a way in. You are frustrated and worried about inventory damage.
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.
How to choose a roofing contractor
You need a new roof. You are scared of picking a bad contractor who will cut corners, take your money, or disappear if something goes wrong. You do not know what questions to ask.
Ask for a local address and a written estimate. Check that they have insurance and a license. Read reviews and ask for references. A good contractor will walk you through the job, not just hand you a number. Get at least three quotes before you decide.
Water stains on ceiling tiles in office building
You manage an office building. Brown rings on ceiling tiles appear after rain. Tenants complain about the smell and worry about mold. You have replaced tiles but the stains come back.
The roof membrane above is leaking. A commercial roofer can find the source, often a seam or flashing, and fix it. A roof coating can seal the whole surface. Fix the leak first, then replace the tiles.
Silicone vs acrylic roof coating for flat roof
You have decided to coat your flat roof instead of replacing it. Now you are torn between silicone and acrylic. One roofer says silicone is better, another says acrylic is fine and cheaper.
Silicone handles ponding water much better than acrylic. If your roof has standing water, silicone is the safer choice. Acrylic works on well-drained roofs and costs less upfront. Get an inspection to see which your roof actually needs.
How long does a commercial roof coating take
You need your commercial roof restored with a coating, but your business cannot shut down for long. You are worried about noise, smell, and disruption to daily operations.
A typical roof coating job takes 2 to 5 days. The building usually stays open. The contractor can work around your schedule. Ask for a timeline upfront and confirm they can minimize disruption.
Roof coating vs full replacement for flat roof
Your flat roof is aging but not completely gone. You've heard about coatings. You don't know if a coating will actually buy you time or if you're just throwing money away.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What's included in your commercial roof coating and restoration service?
We pressure-wash the roof to bare membrane, repair all seams, drains, and curb flashing with reinforced fabric, apply a bonding primer, and finish with a silicone or acrylic coating as a single fluid-applied membrane. The coating is included. Any structural decking repairs underneath are quoted separately.
Do you serve commercial roofs in my area?
We serve commercial roof coatings and restoration across Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana.
What if my roof has alligator cracking and ponding water?
Those are signs your roof needs work. Alligator cracking, blisters, lifting seams, and ponding water that stays more than 48 hours after rain indicate the membrane is failing. Our coating restoration can address these issues without a full tear-off, keeping your building operational.