What does commercial roof repair cover?
Commercial roof repair covers leaks, damaged flashing, split seams, blisters, punctures from foot traffic or equipment, worn coatings, loose metal panels and drainage problems on light commercial buildings. Icon Roofing repairs these on offices, retail centers, restaurants, warehouses and other commercial properties across Metro Phoenix, on every common roof type.
Repairs are part of our wider commercial roofing services. We work on spray foam, roof coatings, modified bitumen, single-ply membranes (TPO, PVC and EPDM), metal, tile and shingle. Many commercial buildings mix two or more of these, such as a flat foam roof behind a tile mansard. We can repair all of them on the same visit.
What are the signs a commercial roof needs repair?
The clearest signs are water stains on ceiling tiles, drips after rain, standing water that stays more than a day or two, blisters or cracks in the roof surface, loose flashing at walls and curbs, and worn coating that shows bare foam. Any of these means water is getting in or soon will.
Other signs to look for during a walk of the roof:
- Gaps or open seams around HVAC units, vents and skylights
- Granule loss or split seams on modified bitumen
- Rust, missing fasteners or lifted panels on metal roofs
- Holes from birds or dropped tools on foam roofs
- Debris piled at drains and scuppers after a haboob
Arizona heat makes these problems grow fast. Daily expansion and contraction keeps working at any weak spot, and monsoon storms test every seam at once.
How do you repair a foam or coated flat roof?
We repair a foam roof by cutting out the damaged foam, making sure the area is dry and clean, filling it with new foam and sealing it with a coating that matches the system. For worn coating with sound foam underneath, a recoat can restore UV protection across the whole roof without a tear-off.
Foam roofs do well in the Valley because they insulate the building and shed water when the slope is right. Their weak point is the coating. Once UV wears it thin, the foam below starts to break down. Many older commercial buildings in Tempe and its business districts and Glendale have foam roofs that need a recoat on a schedule. If you also own homes with similar roofs, our flat and foam roof repair for homes uses the same methods.
How are modified bitumen and single-ply roofs repaired?
Modified bitumen and single-ply roofs are repaired by cleaning the damaged area and adding new material over it. On modified bitumen, that means a new layer bonded over splits, blisters or failed seams. On TPO and PVC, we weld a matching patch over the damage. EPDM repairs use compatible adhesives and tape.
The most common failures we see on these roofs are at the seams and the flashing, where the membrane turns up a wall or wraps a curb. Heat cycles pull these areas apart over time. We check every seam in the repair area, not just the obvious one.
How are commercial metal roofs repaired?
Commercial metal roofs are repaired by tightening or replacing loose fasteners, resealing seams and penetrations, replacing damaged panels and treating corrosion before it spreads. When the metal is sound but sealants and fasteners are failing across the roof, a coating system can renew the surface and extend its service life.
Metal expands and contracts a great deal in Arizona sun. That movement loosens fasteners and breaks down sealant faster than in milder climates. Catching it early keeps the repair small.
What should you do when a commercial roof leaks during business hours?
When a commercial roof leaks during business hours, move people away from the area, keep water away from electrical equipment, set out buckets and move inventory or equipment out of the way. Take photos of the damage and the ceiling. Then call Icon Roofing at (480) 427-7600 so we can schedule a visit.
Write down when the leak started and what the weather was. That detail helps us trace the leak and supports an insurance claim if a storm caused it. Our guide to filing a roof damage insurance claim explains what to collect.
Monsoon season runs from June 15 to September 30, according to the National Weather Service in Phoenix. A spring check of drains, seams and flashing is the cheapest way to avoid a summer leak.
When does a commercial roof need replacement instead of repair?
A commercial roof usually needs replacement instead of repair when leaks keep coming back in different places, large areas of the roof are wet or worn, the deck below is damaged, or repairs each year cost more than a new roof would over its life. An inspection shows which side of that line you are on.
We will tell you plainly if a repair is a short-term fix. If replacement makes more sense, we can plan a commercial roof tear-off and replacement around your tenants and budget. A commercial roof inspection report is often the right first step when you are unsure.
Why choose Icon Roofing for commercial roof repair?
Choose Icon Roofing for commercial roof repair because we are a GAF Master Elite contractor licensed under Arizona ROC# 333889 CR-42, we work on every common commercial roof type, and we document each repair with photos. We serve businesses in Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, Scottsdale and Glendale from our office in Mesa.
Every repair follows The Icon Way: competitive pricing, quality materials, a satisfaction guarantee and warranties on craftsmanship and materials. Call (480) 427-7600, Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:00pm, for a free estimate.
