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Commercial roofing

Flat & Low-Slope Commercial Roofing in Lexington, KY

Single-ply membrane systems for flat and low-slope commercial buildings — plus restoration coatings for the roofs that do not need tearing off.

Spangler Roof Systems installs TPO, PVC, and EPDM single-ply membrane roofing on flat and low-slope commercial buildings across Kentucky. Installed cost generally runs $5.50 to $11.50 per square foot depending on the membrane, insulation, and whether the existing roof is torn off or recovered. Spangler also applies restoration coatings to extend the life of a sound existing membrane.

Single-ply TPO membrane roof on a commercial building in Kentucky

Coatings, TPO, PVC, EPDM

Spangler Roof Systems is the number one roofing company in the single-ply roof category. We offer TPO, a common roofing choice that is resistant to UV rays. PVC is another single-ply roofing barrier that has heat-welded seams which help increase their resistance to leaks. EPDM is a rubber-ish single-ply roofing membrane that is resistant to extreme temperatures.

Choosing between the three

They are not interchangeable, and the building usually decides.

  • TPO — white, highly reflective, heat-welded seams. The default for most Kentucky commercial buildings. Lowers cooling load in summer. $5.50–$9.50 per sq ft installed, 20–30 year service life.
  • PVC — heat-welded like TPO but chemically resistant to grease and oils. The correct choice over restaurant kitchens, food processing and anywhere with exhaust contamination. $7–$11.50 per sq ft.
  • EPDM — black rubber, typically ballasted or fully adhered. Exceptionally tolerant of temperature swing and the cheapest to repair. Absorbs heat rather than reflecting it, so it suits buildings where winter matters more than summer. $5–$9 per sq ft.

Restoration coatings

If the membrane is sound and the insulation underneath is dry, a silicone or acrylic restoration coating can add ten to fifteen years for roughly a third of the cost of a tear-off — and it usually goes on without shutting the building down.

The qualifier is the insulation. A coating over saturated insulation seals the water in and turns a repairable roof into a full replacement two years later. We core the roof and check before recommending it. If the answer is no, we will tell you.

Ice and water barriers

Ice and water can be a heavy burden on your roof. While your roof is sturdy, it is designed to hold a certain weight. Pooling water and ice can cause serious issues if the weight becomes too much. There is also the issue of ice melting and water getting in between the plies of your roofing material, which can then leak into your attic and eventually into your home. Avoid expensive roofing repairs by asking our roofing contractors today about ice and water barriers.

We work around your business

With over 30 years of commercial experience, we can get the job done quickly, efficiently, and even on the weekends if necessary.

For retail and restaurants that means working nights and weekends. For occupied offices it means staging so the entrance stays open and the tear-off noise lands outside working hours where possible.

Where we work

Spangler Roof Systems provides commercial roofing throughout Lexington and Central Kentucky. Serving all of Kentucky.

FAQs

Flat Roofing — TPO, PVC & EPDM — questions we get asked

How much does a commercial flat roof cost in Kentucky?

Single-ply membrane roofing generally runs $5.50 to $11.50 per square foot installed in the Kentucky market, depending on the membrane, insulation thickness, and whether the existing roof is torn off or recovered. A 10,000 sq ft roof typically falls between $60,000 and $110,000.

How long does a TPO roof last?

A properly installed TPO membrane typically lasts 20 to 30 years. Service life depends heavily on membrane thickness — 60 mil outlasts 45 mil substantially — and on whether ponding water is resolved at installation.

Can you recover over the existing roof instead of tearing off?

Often yes, if the existing membrane is sound, the insulation is dry, and the building has not already had a recover — most codes allow only two roof systems in total. Recovery is cheaper and faster. We core the roof to check the insulation before recommending it.

Do you work weekends and nights on commercial jobs?

Yes. With over 30 years of commercial experience, we can get the job done quickly, efficiently, and even on the weekends if necessary.

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