1 / 6 · The process
Assess the existing roof
Review roof history, layers, drainage and concealed moisture investigation.
Why it matters
The existing condition determines the viable options.
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Commercial Roof Replacement
Replacement is a building project as much as a roofing project. Understand the existing assembly, compare viable options and phase the work around access, weather and operations.
A new roof. A considered transition.Educational low-slope model · actual scope depends on the roof system
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Plan removal & protection
Set work areas, material handling, occupant protection and daily weather plans.
Why it matters
Removal should be coordinated with the building’s operations.
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Remove the old assembly
Remove material within the approved scope and inspect the exposed substrate.
Why it matters
Wet or deteriorated material needs an appropriate response.
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Prepare & rebuild
Complete approved substrate repairs and install the specified insulation and cover board.
Why it matters
The new roof needs a sound foundation.
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Install new weather protection
Install the membrane and integrate drains, curbs, penetrations and edges.
Why it matters
A continuous system protects the spaces below.
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Close out the project
Review inspections, completion records, maintenance needs and written warranty terms.
Why it matters
The handover sets up the next lifecycle.
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The commercial details
Plan around the building.
Recover vs replacement
A recover is conditional on moisture, substrate, existing layers, code and system eligibility. It is not an automatic alternative.
Phasing
Discuss noise, odors, loading, parking, tenant access and weather protection before mobilization.
Decision records
Compare scope, exclusions and lifecycle obligations alongside price.
Before work begins
Clear scope.
Coordinated work.
Confirm the roof system, site access, authorized decision-makers and the work included. Agree on protection, staging, tenant communication, cleanup and documentation.
Plan the next stepAsk for the project-specific details
- Observed conditions, testing limits and agreed investigation.
- Materials, attachment and manufacturer requirements.
- Access, fall protection, equipment and occupant coordination.
- Permits, inspections and design responsibilities where applicable.
- Pricing, exclusions, changes and written warranty terms.
Before you decide
Questions worth asking.
Can a new roof go over the existing roof?
Sometimes a recover is suitable, but existing layers, moisture, condition and applicable requirements must be evaluated first.
How long will replacement take?
Area, access, removal scope, weather, equipment and the chosen system affect the schedule. Confirm the project-specific plan.