Is your commercial roof failing? Did it incur damage from hail, wind, or storms? Does your roof leak or constantly show signs of standing water? Does your current roof look unappealing to potential tenants and cause high energy usage?
These are some of the signs it’s time for a new commercial roof.
When your commercial property needs a roof replacement, there are a wide variety of roofing materials to choose from. Read on to learn more about your options and narrow down the best fit for your property’s long-term needs and budget.
Commercial Roofing Options for Your Kansas City Business
A new commercial roof protects your investment from the elements, improves energy efficiency and ventilation, and delivers the easy maintenance you desire. It safeguards your property from costly roof leaks and can even help attract new tenants.
There are two types of roofs on commercial buildings: flat (or low slope) roofs and steep slope roofs. The type of slope on your commercial roof will determine which roofing material will work best for your long-term needs.
Here are some of the most popular commercial roofing materials.
TPO
Thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) roofing is a lightweight, highly reflective commercial roof that stands up to the elements with ease. It’s resistant to damaging UV rays, punctures, tears, bacteria growth, oil, animal fat, and most chemicals. Its seam strength makes it a reliable choice, and ideal for commercial properties.
The tough nature of this roofing system makes it popular for restaurants and other businesses that emit oils and fats from their ventilation systems. Its high-temperature tolerance, fire resistance, and wind resistance make it a top choice when it comes to commercial roofing materials.
EPDM
Ethylene Propylene Diene Terpolymer (EPDM) roofing is a roll-based, durable synthetic rubber roofing membrane. In addition to being long-lasting and versatile, it delivers strong resistance to sunlight and pollution.
EPDM is a single-ply rubber roofing material that comes in white or black. It is resilient in the face of solvents such as acids or alcohol. The downside to EPDM roofing is that it is known to puncture easily, potentially compromising your building’s protection from leaks in the future.
Modified Bitumen Roofing
This commercial roofing system is fastened to your rooftop as a two-ply system. It adheres to your building’s roofing deck, delivering reliable stability and protection to your building.
The Bitumen Roofing system is a low-maintenance solution to your roofing needs. Simply have it inspected annually to ensure it is working properly and doesn’t need any repairs, and clean it periodically as needed. Its enhanced tensile strength means it’s designed to withstand foot traffic better than other roofing materials.
Asphalt Shingles
Traditional asphalt roofing shingles that are used on residential homes can also be used on some commercial properties—particularly those with a steep roofline. They are a budget-friendly, highly customizable option. If your building is located in a shaded area, you’ll need to ensure moss and mildew don’t build up on it. Asphalt roofing shingles are a reliable choice and come in three major categories: strip shingles, dimensional shingles, and luxury shingles. They come in many textures and colors. Make sure your roof is properly ventilated and have it inspected after hailstorms.
Metal Roofing
The benefits of metal roofing include durability, fire resistance, and sustainable design. Attractive metal roofing may not be the most budget-friendly option, but your initial investment pays off with low-maintenance, gorgeous roofing you can rely on for decades.
This popular commercial roofing material comes in a wide variety of options:
- Corrugated galvanized steel
- Metal tile sheets
- Copper
- Aluminum
- Stainless steel
- Stone-coated steel
- Tin
- Aggregates of zinc, aluminum, and silicon-coated steel
Stone-Coated Steel
This metal roofing is made from steel sheets that are coated with stone granules. It’s a durable, energy-efficient, long-lasting, low-maintenance roof. Sound-absorbing stone granules protect your commercial property from unwanted noise.
Stone-coated steel roofing is highly customizable, so you can achieve the perfect look for your business property. Choose from a variety of colors, styles, and textures to replicate traditional roofing materials like wood, clay, tile, or asphalt roofing shingles.
Standing Seam Roofing
Does your commercial property have complex multi-level roofs? Does it have a steep-sloped roof or a low-sloped roof that could benefit from dramatic aesthetics? Then a standing seam roof may be the best solution. This gorgeous roofing material delivers concealed fasteners and vertical roofing panels. It provides a clean, modern style that sets your property apart.
Standing seam roofing is highly customizable and perfectly fitted for your building. It lasts 40 years or more when maintained well and installed properly by a reputable roofing company (like us!). It’s available in a variety of colors to complement your building’s aesthetics. And it is resistant to damage, fire, hail, wind, and storms, making it a trustworthy roofing material for your business. Its low maintenance gives you more time to do what you do best—build your business.
Flat Roofing
Most “flat roofs” are sloped slightly to allow water to run off. Commercial buildings benefit from flat roofs because they are affordable to install and easier to maintain on a large structure. They offer usable space so your HVAC unit can be installed on your rooftop. They can also be constructed to accommodate foot traffic if necessary.
Protect Your Investment with a New Commercial Roof
You don’t have to be concerned about your commercial roof when you call on Kansas City’s premier commercial roofing company.
At Christian Brothers Roofing, we treat your property like it’s our own, giving you confidence in a valuable, lasting, investment-boosting commercial roof. We’ll help you determine the best roofing system for your property and budget, ensuring you enjoy reliable protection for years to come.
We deliver top-notch commercial roofing installation that protects your investment and gives you peace of mind. Learn more about our commercial roofing services.
