Commercial Roof Installation in Kansas City

There’s a bucket under the drip in the back office again. Your building’s roof has been patched so many times that nobody remembers what the original membrane looked like, and every spring storm brings a new leak over inventory, equipment or a tenant’s desk. You’re starting to price out commercial roof installation in Kansas City, and you’re worried about the cost, the disruption and choosing the wrong system.

Metal roof panels on a large commercial building

Those are reasonable worries. A commercial roof is a big decision, and you need straight information to make it, not a sales pitch.

APC Roofing is a GAF Certified contractor, licensed and insured, and we’ve been in business since 2017. We repair, re-roof and install new commercial roofs, including TPO, EPDM, built-up and other membrane systems. Your inspection and estimate are free. Call 913-398-5020 to set up a walk-through.

When a new commercial roof makes sense

Many commercial roofs can be repaired for years. A new roof usually becomes the better choice when you see these:

Leaks in several areas, or the same leak coming back after repairs
Wet insulation under large parts of the roof
Seams opening across the field, not just in one spot
Membrane shrinking and pulling at the walls and edges
Ponding water that sits for days after a rain

If you’re not sure, start with an inspection. Sometimes a targeted commercial roof repair buys real time, and we’ll tell you if that’s the case.

Commercial roof installation in Kansas City: choosing a system

TPO

TPO is a single-ply membrane, usually white, with seams that are heat-welded into one continuous sheet. The white surface reflects summer sun, which helps buildings that run their AC hard from June through September. See TPO roofing in Kansas City for more.

EPDM

EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane, usually black, that comes in wide sheets with fewer seams. It stays flexible in cold weather, which suits a Kansas City winter. Seams are joined with adhesives and tape rather than heat. More on EPDM roofing in Kansas City.

Built-up and modified bitumen

Plenty of older commercial buildings in the metro still have built-up roofs, the layered asphalt-and-felt systems often topped with gravel. Modified bitumen is a related, newer approach that uses rolled sheets. These multi-layer roofs take foot traffic well, and they’re heavier than single-ply membranes.

The right choice depends on your building’s structure, how much rooftop equipment you have, how the roof drains and how long you plan to own the building. We’ll lay out the trade-offs for your roof specifically.

Tear-off or recover?

Some commercial roofs can take a new membrane over the existing one, which saves tear-off cost and keeps the building sealed during the work. That only works if the existing roof and insulation are dry and the building code allows another layer. Wet insulation has to come out, because covering it traps the moisture and the new membrane will blister and fail early. A good inspection checks for moisture before anyone recommends a recover.

Insulation and drainage

Low-slope roofs live and die by drainage. Tapered insulation can be installed under the new membrane to build slope toward the drains and get rid of low spots where water used to sit. Drains, scuppers and gutters get checked and sized for the roof area. A new roof is also the cheapest time to add insulation, since everything is already open.

The details where commercial roofs leak

Most commercial leaks start at the edges and the things that poke through the roof, not in the middle of the field. A new installation should include:

Flashing at walls and parapets, sealed at the top so water can’t run behind it
Proper curbs and flashing around rooftop HVAC units and other equipment
Edge metal secured against wind uplift
Walkway pads along service paths, so HVAC techs don’t puncture the new membrane

Kansas City weather and your new roof

The metro sees large hail, strong spring winds, freeze-thaw winters and hot, humid summers, sometimes all in one year. Wind pulls hardest at roof corners and edges, so the attachment pattern there matters. Water that ponds in winter freezes and stresses seams. Summer heat ages dark membranes faster. Your system and installation details should be chosen with all of that in mind.

Working around your business

A roof replacement on an occupied building takes planning. We’ll talk through access, parking, noise, where materials get staged and which areas of the building will be affected on which days. You and your tenants should know what’s happening before it happens.

How it works with APC Roofing

Book your free inspection. Call 913-398-5020 or request an estimate online.
Get a clear, honest assessment and estimate. You’ll get photos, a written scope and system options with the reasoning behind each. Financing is available through Aqua Finance, Fortifi, Hearth and Home Run Finance.
Your roof gets installed and the site gets cleaned up. The crew works to the plan you agreed on and leaves the site clean.

Every season you wait on a failing commercial roof, water has more time to soak insulation and get into the deck, and the job that was a recover can turn into a full tear-off.

Commercial roof installation questions

How long does a commercial roof installation take?

It depends on the size of the roof, the system and whether it’s a tear-off or a recover. You’ll get a realistic schedule with your estimate.

Can my business stay open during the work?

In most cases, yes. We’ll plan the work so the building stays usable and tell you ahead of time about noisy or restricted days.

Is TPO or EPDM better for a Kansas City building?

Both work well here. TPO’s white surface helps with summer cooling, and EPDM stays flexible in the cold and has fewer seams. Your building’s use and layout usually decide it.

Do you work on both the Missouri and Kansas sides of the metro?

Yes. We work across the greater Kansas City area, from Kansas City, Missouri, to Overland Park, Shawnee, Lee’s Summit and Independence.

Talk to us about a new commercial roof

You need a roof that keeps your building dry and lets you stop thinking about it. Call 913-398-5020 or request your free estimate online, and we’ll walk the roof with you.

After that, there are no more buckets and no surprise leaks over the things that keep your business running. You get a roof you can plan around for years. See all of our commercial roofing in Kansas City services.

We Get It Done

Our experienced crews complete your project efficiently and with precision, followed by a final walkthrough to ensure everything meets our standards.

Isa Romero

Jose was referred to me by my mother to assist with my roofing needs. He was able to explain the process throughly and go to my home timely to inspect it. He made the initial process easy and was able to make me feel comfortable in submitting the claim.

Joe Montes

Great people and very professional. Michael Pagano was honest and upfront with me every step of the way, and I believe gave me a fair price. And he wasn’t pushy! Some of the other companies I got estimates from were either way overpriced with pushy salesmen, and another company I suppose hates money because they never showed up to even give me an estimate! I upgraded my 20 year old shingle roof to metal. I am pleased with the results. Would recommend!

Jeff Clark

Great experience. Charlie came out, found our leak and did a roof inspection. Pointed out some issues, but nothing to be worried about right now. Honest company. Will definitely call for any roof issues in the future.

Eli Bonilla

Thank you, Jose Irizarry! We are so glad to have had you inspect our roof for damages. Thank you for your honesty and for giving us peace of mind knowing that our roof is structurally sound. While we could not file a claim at this time, we will absolutely recommend you to our family and friends. Jose came to us highly recommended by a family member whom he assisted during their roof replacement.

randall Castillo

I had a great experience working with APC Roofing, especially Jose Irizarry, who was my main point of contact throughout the process. Jose was professional, responsive, knowledgeable, and kept me informed every step of the way. I really appreciated how easy he made the process and how willing he was to answer my questions. Having Jose as my point person gave me confidence that everything was being handled properly. I’m very happy with the service I received and would highly recommend Jose Irizarry and APC Roofing to anyone looking for a professional and dependable roofing company.

Darren Poythress

Our great friends referred us to APC and gave us Jose Irizarry’s number. Jose responded quickly with his inspector Ian to our storm damage concerns. Upon arrival they jumped right into documenting damages and getting through the claims process with our insurance.

Ronald Riebel

Vincent Hasenstaub has helped us every step of the way in the process of getting our new roof. He is very professional knowledgeable and cares about his customers. I would recommend using Vincent as a sales person because he has the best interest for his customers and he is an asset to his company.

rob green

Vincent was very professional and knowledgeable.

Jordan Hanson

Vincent answered every question I had about the roofing process and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. He was knowledgeable, patient, and professional from start to finish. What I appreciated most was that he took the time to make sure I understood what to expect throughout the entire process. From the initial inspection, working with the insurance company, all the way to the roof replacement itself. He was there every step of the way, kept me informed, and made what could have been a stressful experience feel simple and straightforward. That level of communication and customer service goes a long way with me. I highly recommend Vincent if you’re looking for someone you can trust.

Nancy heyboer

José Irizarry came one day to my door. He and Jesús inspected our roof and I told them my insurance denied a claim already. They helped me see that I couldn’t give up. I’m glad I didn’t give up and listened to him. Jose explained every process that was needed before and after approval. If in doubt give APC roofing a call and if you get Jose, he will help you out. They are for the homeowner. The process of putting on a roof is next. I’ll write a review on how that went after the job is done.