Rex Roofing is committed to delivering high-quality roofing services to our customers. With years of industry experience, we have the knowledge and expertise to handle roofing projects of any size. We take pride in our attention to detail and our dedication to customer satisfaction. Whether you require a new roof installation or repairs to your existing roof, we are here to assist you.
Get in touch with us today to schedule a free inspection for your commercial roofing project. Our team of experts will assess your needs and provide you with a detailed quote for our services.
Commercial roofing is an industry that demands precision and expertise. Many contractors find out the hard way that it's not a quick and easy job like residential roofing. In this field, one mistake can lead to significant financial losses. To excel in this industry, you need extensive knowledge, a highly skilled team, and an unwavering passion for taking on large projects. When we entered the roofing industry, the only job we could find as laborers was in commercial roofing, and over time we became true experts in this area. In 2017, we established Rex Roofing, a company that's highly dedicated to commercial roofing due to our extensive experience. Commercial building owners are individuals who seek the best value for their investments, and that's exactly what we offer. We have successfully completed projects for schools, daycares, public libraries, medical offices, apartments, restaurants, hotels, and retail stores. We understand the financial demands of running a business and ensure that our roof systems fulfill all requirements. If you are in need of a new roof for your commercial building or need repairs, get in touch with us. We provide budget-friendly pricing and customized roofing systems to deliver roofs that precisely match your specifications.
Flat roofs can be installed in many ways and require extensive knowledge to properly install them. This type of roof is a task you don't want to do on your own as they require expensive equipment for the product to be correctly welded and warranted by the manufacturer. We use Leister Varmint 900 welders that can cost up to $12,000 and vertical welders that cost around $3,000. The right equipment and the right personnel that is educated in operating these machines at the right speed, temperature, and air flow play a major role in a quality application.
Flat roofs are notorious for leaking due to almost no slope and the roof substrate never truly being leveled. Nearly every flat roof will have small dips that will create ponding water due to the framing of the substrate. Although ponding water is acceptable if it can shed within 24 hours, it will cause problems when your seams begin to fail.
Another issue with flat roofs is that they are more susceptible to blow-off during hurricanes due to improper fastening at the eaves, penetrations, and coping caps. It is more common for a flat roof to require a replacement due to bad installation than the roof just simply being old.
When installed correctly, a single-ply membrane system can be extremely reliable. They have the highest performance, least maintenance, and longer life span than any other flat roof system in the market.
When looking for who to hire for your commercial roofing needs, you need a contractor who can evaluate the current issues you are experiencing with your roof and can prescribe the right system for you. Maybe you have a low ceiling and need more insulation for a cooler interior. Maybe you own a restaurant with kitchen vents and need a more durable membrane like KEE PVC. Maybe you have trees in your surroundings and need your roof to withstand impacts.
You need a contractor who can tailor a roofing system that will perform efficiently to your building's environment.
Fully adhered membranes involve securing the membrane directly to the substrate using adhesives. This method creates a strong bond between the membrane and the substrate. However, these systems are not as effective if adhered directly to the insulation board. To ensure a strong bond, a 1/2" gypsum cover board is fastened on top of the ins
Fully adhered membranes involve securing the membrane directly to the substrate using adhesives. This method creates a strong bond between the membrane and the substrate. However, these systems are not as effective if adhered directly to the insulation board. To ensure a strong bond, a 1/2" gypsum cover board is fastened on top of the insulation board, and the membrane is adhered to the cover board. This method provides a much stronger bond, higher wind resistance, higher impact rating, and is less prone to membrane punctures from flying debris during a hurricane. Overall, it extends the life of the membrane. It's important to note that this application is more expensive due to the additional time required for installation.
Mechanically attached membranes involve fastening the membrane to the roof deck using mechanical fasteners and plates. This system is more commonly used as it's generally more cost-effective due to reduced labor and installation time compared to fully adhering methods.
Rhino Bond roof system relies on electromagnetic induction welding to eliminate fastener penetrations. Specially-coated membrane plates are fastened to the roof assembly and heat-welded to the membrane's underside using the RhinoBond tool. This system is becoming one of our more popular installations.
Not all single-ply roof systems can be mechanically fastened. Depending on the type of roof deck, your insulation might also need to be fully adhered. Low-rise adhesive is the ideal solution for installing commercial roofs with concrete slab roof decks. Our trusted choice, Helix Max Low-Rise adhesive, provides the ultimate assurance in s
Not all single-ply roof systems can be mechanically fastened. Depending on the type of roof deck, your insulation might also need to be fully adhered. Low-rise adhesive is the ideal solution for installing commercial roofs with concrete slab roof decks. Our trusted choice, Helix Max Low-Rise adhesive, provides the ultimate assurance in securing the insulation board to the deck and ensuring the cover board is firmly attached to the insulation. These types of decks are prevalent in high-rise buildings or hotels and represent the pinnacle of quality. While drilling the slab to install screws may seem like a cost-effective option, our extensive experience confirms that the additional labor cost renders this method obsolete. Trust in our expertise and choose the superior reliability of low-rise adhesive for long-lasting, premium results.
Single-ply membranes can be fully mechanically fastened to plywood deck substrates, which are commonly found on residential or light commercial structures. During roof removal, any damaged or rotted plywood and lumber will be replaced. Any 1x6 fascia will be replaced with 2x6. The single-ply membranes around perimeter edges are either hea
Single-ply membranes can be fully mechanically fastened to plywood deck substrates, which are commonly found on residential or light commercial structures. During roof removal, any damaged or rotted plywood and lumber will be replaced. Any 1x6 fascia will be replaced with 2x6. The single-ply membranes around perimeter edges are either heat-welded to clad drip edge or a cover tape is used. Termination bars are not used to fasten membranes at eave perimeters as this method does not provide proper wind resistance.
Metal substrates are primarily used in new construction and are a mechanically fastenable substrate. The number of fasteners per board varies depending on the location. Typically, assemblies begin with eight plates and screws per board, with additional plates and screws used as the wind zone increases.
Single-ply roofing is the leading roofing system in the market. It's becoming rare to see a hot mop or torched-down bitumen roof being installed. Some insurance companies won't even insure a roofing contractor if they use hot mop or torch-down applications due to the high risk to employee safety and the risk of fire exposure to a building. Single-ply has been around since the 1960s but was not very popular. PVC was first used and TPO came around in the 90s. When we entered the roofing industry in the early 2000s, TPO was already a huge deal. We saw the old-school roofers, slowly retire their kettles and hot mops. Jump to the present time, single-ply is now the standard in commercial roofing. Technology has significantly advanced for higher quality installations and new products have been introduced to solve most of the downsides these systems ran into. In return, single-ply has become more cost-efficient, and energy-efficient along with longer lifespan and less maintenance.
Single-ply is a thermoplastic reinforced membrane. Within single-ply, there are several types of membranes that are differentiated by the composition of chemicals used to produce them. PVC has the longest proven record of performance, as TPO was introduced 30 years later and has undergone chemical formula changes throughout the years to combat premature wear and ultimately produce a durable product while maintaining a lower production cost.
Price is always a big factor that our customers will look at initially. Around 10 years ago, there was a significant price difference between TPO and PVC. During the COVID epidemic, TPO manufacturing costs had increased so much that both systems had the same cost. Today the price difference is still relatively close that, PVC makes more sense to use for the low-price increase. Overall PVC has always been the cheaper choice in the long run. It's been proven to last up to 35 years and even more when using a KEE-PVC membrane. KEE is PVC with an added chemical that retains the flexibility of the membrane, further increasing its lifespan. It's almost a 100% recyclable product. PVC and KEE create a stronger bond when welded. They are both resistant to chemicals, grease, and animal fat, so it's ideal for restaurants and fast food chains.
Dealing with roof leaks on your commercial property can be a significant source of frustration, especially when tenant emergency calls come in after regular business hours. Our company specializes in providing comprehensive commercial roof maintenance and repair services. Identifying roof leaks on flat roofs can be particularly challenging due to the limited access to the attic. To improve our diagnostic capabilities, we have invested in utilizing DJI M30T thermal drones to pinpoint water intrusion precisely. These inspections must be conducted at sundown after a day of rain. This timing allows us to take advantage of the heat absorbed by the roof during the day. As the sun sets, dry areas of the roof release stored heat more rapidly than wet areas. With its high thermal capacity, water responds more slowly to temperature changes, presenting a distinct thermal signature compared to dry areas. Our advanced approach ensures accurate and efficient detection of roof leaks, allowing us to provide timely and effective solutions for your property.
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