What is Commercial Roofing?

Do Commercial and Residential Roofing differ?
Many do not realize they differ.

Both types of roofers of course deal with roofing, but that is where the similarity stops. A commercial roofer has different abilities, training, and tools that handle commercial building jobs

We are your commercial roofing expert in the Killeen area.

Commercial Roofing 101

A commercial roofing job can be any building larger than a single-family home or duplex. It can be as large as a strip mall or factory or larger, such as a sports stadium. It can be new construction, re-roofing, or just repairs.

Unlike Residential roofing, Commercial roofing is much more architecturally complex in designs, functions, and materials. There are more obstacles in Commercial roofing that involve HVAC systems and other things that may be required on a roof.

Reliable and successful roofing companies in the Killeen area must have the equipment and knowledge required for these special commercial projects.

We have all the application knowledge, training, tools, and materials for a quality installation, whether it is metal, membrane, or rubberized roof coatings or built-up roofing.

The Most Popular Commercial Roofing Materials for Killeen TX

There are a wide range of materials available to commercial roofers. The most popular materials in the Killeen area are:

Metal Roofing

Metal, one of the oldest roofing materials, is sheets of galvanized or stainless steel, aluminum, or copper. Metal roofs contain large amounts of recycled materials and come in a variety of profiles and colors. Correctly installed, metal roofs can save a ton on heating and cooling bills. Metal roofs are durable and can last up to 100 years and these qualities save dollars in the long run. There are many centuries-old buildings around the globe that have their original metal roofs.

Commercial roofers use metal systems on roofs with moderate to a high pitch. Metal is also used in flat applications with standing seams.

PVC Roofing

PVC or Polyvinyl chloride is rolled over a smooth substrate or plywood with overlapped seams and welded with a hot air gun.

These roofs can last up to 20 years and are for flat or low-sloped roofs. These types of roofs may be common in areas that are prone to wildfires as they have a high fire-resistance rating. They also have great reflective qualities, keeping cooling costs down and are also wind-resistant.

TPO Roofing

Thermoplastic Polyolefin roofing is a membrane roofing system much like PVC.
They both have welded seams and are both highly reflective. TPO has a lower chemical resistance. It is not a good choice for roofs that emit oily substances from vents, like grills and grease traps.

TPO is expected to last 30 years but has only been around for 20.

EPDM Roofing

Ethyl Propylene Diene Monomer roofing is rubber roofing. Being much less expensive than many other options, it is the most problematic. They can last up to 50 years but they are prone to shrinkage and other problems from debris and foot traffic. Installation is easy but leakage problems are hard to detect. It consists of old tires and sawdust, therefore it is heat absorbent, leading to higher cooling bills, which makes it problematic.

SPF Roofing

SPF roofing is the right choice for flat roofs for those who do not want the expense of tearing off the old roof. It has a high energy-efficient coating that is seamless and waterproof and is easy to maintain and uses chemicals that are environmentally safe. The system must be applied under ideal circumstances and the surface must be free of any substances or debris allowing the material to adhere.

Built-Up Roofing

The most common system for flat roofs in the Killeen area is Built-Up roofing. This system can be either smooth or gravel surfaced. In accomplishing this, melted tar is pumped up onto the rooftop and spread by hand. The small gravel applied on top of the tar helps to weigh down layers of felt and tar. It also helps by reflecting light and absorbing heat that otherwise penetrates other materials. The disadvantage is the heavy weight of the Built-Up Roofing. The frame of the building must be able to support the extra weight of these materials.

MB Roofing

MB roofing is another choice for flat or low-sloping roofs that is more durable than PVC or TPO. It is ideal for roofs with heavy foot traffic. Modified Bitumen is a layer of asphalt filled with fiberglass or polyester fiber. It is easy to install and repair, and a reflective coating can be applied to make it more energy-efficient.

Asphalt Rolled Roofing

Asphalt Roofing is not suitable for flat roofs and difficult to apply to a gentle slope. The lifespan is 10 years. This type of roofing works for open-sided buildings or for quick, temporary repairs on a damaged roof.