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TPO
A white or light gray single ply membrane with heat welded seams. Common on newer buildings.
Repairs by Roof Type
Flat Roof Leak Repair in Spanish Fork
Flat roofs are never perfectly flat. They have a gentle slope that is supposed to move water to a drain or edge. When that slope, the membrane or the seams fail, water sits, finds a weak spot and comes inside.
You will find flat and low slope roofs all over Spanish Fork on porch covers, garages, room additions, modern style homes, townhome buildings and shop buildings. We repair them all. Call (801) 426-8831.
What to know
Flat Roof Types We Repair
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EPDM
A black rubber membrane, usually glued or taped at the seams. Common on older additions and porch roofs.
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Modified bitumen
Asphalt based rolls applied with heat or adhesive, often with a granule surface.
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BUR
Built up roofing made from layers of asphalt and felt, usually finished with gravel.
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Roll roofing
A lighter asphalt roll often used on low slope porch and shed roofs.
Ponding water
Spots where water sits for more than a day or two after rain speed up wear and eventually leak. Sagging decking or clogged drains are common causes.
Seam failures
Seams are the weakest part of most flat roofs. Glued EPDM seams can let go with age, and poorly welded TPO seams can split.
Wall and edge flashing
Where a flat roof meets a wall, parapet or the main roof, the flashing has to turn up and stay sealed. Cracks and pulled back flashing here are very common leak points.
Drains and scuppers
Leaves, dirt and ice can block drains, so water backs up past the membrane. Seals around drains also wear out.
Punctures
Dropped tools, foot traffic, hail and tree branches can pierce membranes.
Blisters and cracks
On modified bitumen and BUR roofs, trapped moisture and sun exposure cause blisters and cracking.
Snow load and ice
Snow sits longer on flat roofs than on sloped ones. As it melts, water can pool behind ice and work into seams.
How it works
How We Repair Flat Roof Leaks
Water travels under flat roof membranes, so the leak inside may be far from the hole. We inspect the surface closely and check seams, edges and drains.
Wet insulation under the membrane needs to come out, or it keeps causing problems.
We patch TPO with TPO, EPDM with EPDM and so on. Mixing incompatible materials leads to early failure.
Failed seams are cleaned and rewelded or retaped. Wall flashing is rebuilt or resealed.
We clear clogs and reseal drain and scupper connections.
Where low spots are causing repeat leaks, we talk through options like adding tapered material or an extra drain.
STEP 01Find the entry point
Water travels under flat roof membranes, so the leak inside may be far from the hole. We inspect the surface closely and check seams, edges and drains.
Find the source. Fix it right.
About this service
Repair or Recover?
Many flat roof leaks can be fixed with patches and seam work. If the membrane is worn out across the roof or the insulation underneath is soaked over a wide area, a larger section or full recover may be the better choice. We will tell you plainly what we see.
Good questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have a question? Call and ask. We will give you a straight answer.
(801) 426-8831 →Porch and patio roofs often have very low slope and older roll roofing or EPDM. The joint where the porch roof meets the house wall is the most common leak spot.
Small amounts that dry within a day or two after rain are usually fine. Water that sits for days means a drainage problem that will shorten the life of the roof.
It depends on the material. Some adhesives and sealants need warmer temperatures to bond. We can often make temporary repairs in cold weather and finish the permanent work when conditions allow.
A proper patch using the same material as the roof, installed on a clean, dry surface, can last as long as the rest of the roof. A quick tar patch usually does not.
Yes. We repair flat roofs on any building in Spanish Fork.
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Phone(801) 426-8831
HoursCall any day for current availability. Active leaks are handled first.
Service areaSpanish Fork, Utah only