Commercial Flat Roofing
Low-Slope Roofing for Commercial & Industrial Buildings
Commercial “flat roofs” are more accurately described as low-slope roofing systems.
Fydea, LLC installs, repairs, and maintains low-slope roofing systems for commercial, industrial, institutional, and government facilities.
As a self-performing union commercial roofing contractor, Fydea works with facility owners, general contractors, and construction managers on roof replacement, new construction, repair, preventative maintenance, and roof assessment projects.
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What Is a Commercial Flat Roof?
Most commercial roofs that appear flat are actually designed with some degree of slope to direct water toward drains, scuppers, gutters, or other drainage components.
These low-slope roofs can use several different roofing systems.
Fydea's commercial low-slope roofing capabilities include:
- TPO Roofing
- EPDM Roofing
- PVC Roofing
- Modified Bitumen Roofing
- Built-Up Roofing (BUR)
The appropriate roofing system depends on the building, existing roof assembly, project specifications, drainage, insulation requirements, facility use, and owner's objectives.
TPO Roofing
TPO is a thermoplastic single-ply membrane commonly used on commercial low-slope roofs.
Heat-welded seams, reflective membrane options, and compatibility with a variety of commercial roof assemblies make TPO a widely specified system for new construction and reroofing.
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EPDM Roofing
EPDM is a single-ply roofing membrane with a long history of use on commercial and industrial low-slope buildings.
Fydea installs, repairs, and maintains EPDM roofing systems for commercial applications.
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PVC Roofing
PVC is a thermoplastic single-ply membrane utilizing heat-welded seams.
PVC may be considered for a variety of commercial facilities and can be particularly relevant for certain buildings where the roof may encounter oils, grease, or chemicals.
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Modified Bitumen Roofing
Modified bitumen is an asphalt-based commercial roofing system incorporating polymer-modified materials.
Modified bitumen systems remain an option for many commercial and institutional low-slope roofing applications.
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Built-Up Roofing (BUR)
Built-up roofing has been used on commercial low-slope buildings for decades.
BUR systems use multiple layers to create a redundant roofing membrane assembly and remain common on many existing commercial and institutional facilities.
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Commercial Flat Roof Repair
A leak in a commercial flat roof does not automatically mean the entire roofing system needs replacement.
Depending on the existing system and roof condition, Fydea can assist with:
- Leak Investigation
- Membrane Repairs
- Seam and Flashing Repairs
- Penetration Repairs
- Perimeter and Edge Conditions
- Drainage-Related Concerns
- Previous Repair Areas
- Associated Sheet Metal Repairs
The first objective is to understand the problem and determine whether repair is practical.
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Preventative Maintenance
Commercial low-slope roofing systems are continuously exposed to weather, rooftop activity, equipment service, drainage conditions, and normal aging.
Preventative maintenance and periodic inspections can help identify visible deficiencies before they develop into more significant problems.
Fydea's Service Department works with commercial facility owners to establish a better understanding of their roofing systems over time.
When Should a Flat Roof Be Replaced?
There is no single age or condition that determines when every commercial roof should be replaced.
Factors may include:
- Overall roof condition
- Roofing-system age
- Frequency of leaks
- Extent of deterioration
- Repair history
- Moisture concerns
- Flashing and perimeter conditions
- Drainage
- Facility plans
- Increasing repair costs
When repairs become increasingly frequent or deterioration becomes widespread, it may be appropriate to begin planning for replacement.
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Commercial Roof Replacement
A commercial low-slope roof replacement involves more than installing a new membrane.
Depending on the project, the roofing assembly may involve:
- Existing roof removal
- Roof deck conditions
- Insulation
- Tapered insulation
- Cover boards
- Roofing membrane
- Flashings and penetrations
- Drains and drainage components
- Rooftop equipment
- Perimeter and edge conditions
- Architectural sheet metal
Facility operations, material staging, construction sequencing, and coordination with other trades can also significantly affect a commercial reroofing project.
Self-Performing Union Commercial Roofing Contractor
Fydea self-performs its core commercial roofing and architectural sheet metal work using union tradesmen.
Our experience includes commercial, industrial, institutional, healthcare, hospitality, educational, and federal facilities.
Fydea is also a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with federal roofing experience.
Our work is guided by:
Safety. Quality. Efficiency.
Commercial Flat Roofing in Terre Haute & Indiana
Fydea is headquartered in Terre Haute, Indiana.
Our Service Department primarily serves commercial and industrial facilities throughout Terre Haute and surrounding communities.
Larger commercial roofing projects are evaluated throughout our broader regional market, including Indianapolis, Lafayette, and surrounding areas, with selective mobilization beyond Indiana for qualified larger and federal opportunities.
Talk to Fydea About Your Commercial Roof
Whether you call it a flat roof, low-slope roof, membrane roof, or commercial roof, Fydea can help you understand the existing system and determine an appropriate next step.
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