Commercial Roofing in Austin: what we actually do
Commercial roofs fail differently than residential roofs. Ponded water on a low-slope deck, seam separation on a single-ply membrane, blistering on a modified bitumen field, fastener back-out on an R-panel system, and curb flashings around RTUs that nobody has touched since the building was new. Twenty-seven years of Austin work means we know what fails first on each system and we price the replacement, restoration, or recover-over against the actual condition we see on the deck, not against a guess.
We install modified bitumen, TPO, EPDM, R-panel standing seam, and recover systems for property owners and managers across the Austin metro. Most of our commercial work sits in the 5,000 to 60,000 square foot range. Warehouses around Manor and Pflugerville, retail strips along South Lamar and East Riverside, small office and medical buildings in North Austin, and multifamily across the metro. We coordinate with property management, write transferable workmanship warranties, and run off-hours installs where the tenant base requires it.
Every commercial inspection includes core samples where the deck condition is unclear, infrared moisture scans on TPO and EPDM systems when the building file is missing prior repair history, and a written scope with photographs. We are bonded, insured, and registered with the State of Texas. References from local property managers available before any contract.
Modified bitumen replacement and recover
Two-ply SBS modified bitumen with cap sheet, hot-mopped or torch-applied to project conditions. Twenty-year manufacturer warranty registered in the building owner's name. Recover-over an existing system where the deck is sound and the original installation allows.
TPO and EPDM single-ply membrane
60-mil, 80-mil, or 90-mil TPO and EPDM systems mechanically attached or fully adhered. Hot-air-welded seams. Twenty to thirty year manufacturer warranty depending on membrane spec. Walk pads installed at every RTU and access point as part of the price.
R-panel and standing seam metal
26-gauge or 24-gauge R-panel and standing seam in Galvalume or Kynar-coated finishes. Concealed-fastener systems for the long-haul commercial install. Forty to fifty year manufacturer warranty. Class 4 impact rated where the spec calls for it.
RTU curbs, drains, scuppers, and pitch pans
The detail work that decides whether the roof leaks in year three or year twenty. Every RTU curb reflashed by hand. Drains rebuilt with new clamping rings. Scuppers replaced where the membrane has failed. Pitch pans poured with two-part urethane sealant, not the cheap stuff.
Maintenance contracts and storm response
Annual and biannual maintenance contracts with documented inspection reports for the building file. Storm response within 24 hours for tenanted property. Emergency tarping and temporary patch service to prevent business interruption while the permanent fix gets scheduled.
How the commercial roofing process works
Step 01
Walk-through and condition report
We meet you on the roof, walk every elevation, photograph every deficiency, and write the report the same business day. Free for buildings inside our roughly 70-mile Austin service radius. Beyond 40 miles, a small service fee may apply.
Step 02
Scope and budget options
We give you two or three options where the building condition allows it. Repair-and-extend, recover-over, or full tear-off and replace. Each option priced separately so you can show ownership or finance the spread.
Step 03
Off-hours scheduling and tenant communication
We coordinate with your property manager on tenant notice, parking lot staging, dumpster placement, and start times. Off-hours installs available where the tenant base requires it.
Step 04
Install with daily progress reports
Daily photographic progress reports emailed to the property manager. Magnetic sweeps every evening. Site secured at end of each shift.
Step 05
Warranty registration and as-built file
Manufacturer warranty registered in the building owner's name before the final invoice. Full as-built file with photographs, material certifications, and warranty documents handed to the property manager for the building binder.
Frequently asked questions
What commercial roofing systems do you install in Austin?
Modified bitumen (SBS two-ply with cap sheet, hot-mopped or torch-applied), TPO and EPDM single-ply membrane (60, 80, and 90-mil thicknesses), R-panel and standing seam metal (26 and 24-gauge), and built-up gravel systems for owners who want to maintain a legacy roof. We coordinate with the building's structural engineer on dead load where the system change requires it.
How much does commercial roofing cost per square foot in Austin in 2026?
Modified bitumen runs $8 to $14 per square foot installed in the Austin metro. TPO and EPDM single-ply membrane runs $11 to $18 per square foot depending on attachment method and thickness. R-panel and standing seam metal runs $14 to $22 per square foot. Recover-over an existing system runs roughly 60 to 75 percent of the cost of a full tear-off and replace where the original deck and structure allow.
Do you work with commercial property managers and insurance carriers?
Yes. The majority of our commercial work comes through property managers and ownership groups across the Austin metro. We carry general liability and workers compensation, are bonded, and provide certificates of insurance to the property manager before any work begins. We also handle commercial insurance claims for hail and wind events directly with the carrier.
Can you replace a commercial roof without interrupting tenants?
Most of the time, yes. We run off-hours and phased installs on tenanted property. Modified bitumen and single-ply membrane work can be scheduled overnight or on weekends where the building owner authorizes the labor premium. Metal panel installs typically run during business hours because the noise envelope is tighter, but we phase the work by section so the tenant footprint stays open.
What warranty do you write on commercial work?
Manufacturer warranties run 20 years on modified bitumen, 20 to 30 years on TPO and EPDM depending on thickness, and 40 to 50 years on metal panel systems. Our written workmanship warranty runs five years on labor and is transferable to the next building owner. Both are registered in the owner's name and included in the as-built file.
Do you handle ongoing commercial roof maintenance?
Yes. We offer annual and biannual maintenance contracts with photographed inspection reports filed for the building binder. Coverage includes inspection, debris clearance, seam and flashing check, drain and scupper clearance, RTU curb inspection, and a written report with recommendations. Maintenance contracts often extend the usable life of a commercial system by 5 to 10 years.