Your building’s roof has been patched one too many times, or you’re adding on and need a roof over the new space. Either way, you’re about to make one of the biggest maintenance decisions a building owner makes. Commercial roof installation in Kissimmee comes with a lot of choices: which system, whether to tear off or go over, and how to keep the business running while a crew is up top.
It’s normal to feel unsure. Bids can be hard to compare, every contractor seems to favor a different system, and the last thing you need is a new roof that leaks in its first rainy season or a job that shuts your doors for a week. You should understand what you’re buying before you sign.
APC Roofing installs new roofs and re-roofs on shops, offices, warehouses and other commercial buildings across Central Florida. We’re GAF Certified, licensed in Florida (CCC1337030) and insured, and we’ve been in business since 2017. The inspection and estimate are free.
Choosing a commercial roof system for Kissimmee
Most commercial buildings here have a flat or low-slope roof, and the main options each have strengths.
TPO is a white single-ply membrane with seams that are heat-welded together. The white surface reflects a lot of the sun, which matters on a Central Florida roof that bakes all day, and it’s one of the most common choices on newer commercial buildings. Read more on our TPO roofing in Kissimmee page.
EPDM is a synthetic rubber membrane with a long track record. It stays flexible and handles movement well, and its seams are joined with tape or adhesive rather than heat. Standard EPDM is black and absorbs heat, though white versions exist. See EPDM roofing in Kissimmee for the details.
Built-up and modified bitumen roofs use multiple layers. They’re thicker and stand up well to foot traffic, which helps on roofs crowded with equipment.
Metal panels are common on warehouses, shop buildings and roofs with a bit more slope. They shed water fast and handle wind well when they’re fastened correctly.
The right choice depends on your roof’s slope and drainage, how much foot traffic it gets, what’s on it and how long you plan to own the building. We’ll explain why we’d pick one over another for your roof, and you make the call.
What Florida asks of a new commercial roof
Wind drives a lot of the design here. Florida’s building code sets how a roof has to be attached to resist uplift, and the pressure is highest at the corners and along the perimeter. That’s why the fastener pattern gets tighter near the edges, and why the edge metal has to be secured to match. The products used have to be approved for use in Florida, and the job is permitted and inspected.
Drainage is the other big one. Heavy summer storms dump a lot of water fast. A new roof is the best chance to fix ponding for good, often with tapered insulation that slopes the surface toward the drains, plus drains, scuppers and overflows sized to handle the water.
Insulation goes in at the same time. It’s laid under the membrane, and adding more can help with cooling costs in the space below.
Tear-off or re-cover?
Sometimes a new membrane can go over the existing roof, which saves on tear-off and disposal. That only works if the old roof is dry and sound, and the building code limits how many roof layers a building can carry. If the insulation under the old roof is wet, it has to come out. Covering wet insulation traps the moisture, and the new roof starts failing from below.
Before recommending either one, we check for moisture so you’re not guessing.
Keeping your business open during installation
A commercial re-roof can usually be done while the building stays in use. A few things help:
- Opening only as much roof as can be made watertight again the same day
- Scheduling around the forecast, since Central Florida’s afternoon storms can roll in fast in summer
- Coordinating with your HVAC contractor for rooftop units that need to be disconnected or raised
- Talking with you up front about noise, parking, deliveries and access so your staff and tenants know what to expect
Many owners plan bigger roof projects for the drier months, roughly late fall through spring, when afternoon storms are less frequent.
What your installation estimate should cover
Whoever you hire, the written scope should spell out the roof system and its thickness, the insulation, how the edges, curbs and penetrations will be flashed, any drainage changes, the permit and what happens if hidden damage, like rotted decking, turns up once the old roof is off. Clear scope up front keeps surprises off the final invoice.
How it works
- Book your free inspection. Call 407-270-1129 or request a free online estimate.
- Get a clear, honest assessment and estimate. We look at the existing roof, check for moisture, measure and photograph it, and give you a written recommendation with the reasons behind it. Financing is available through Aqua Finance, Fortifi, Hearth and Home Run Finance.
- Your new roof goes on and the site gets cleaned up. We plan the sequence with you, keep you posted along the way and haul away the old material.
Holding off on a roof that’s clearly done tends to cost more in the end. Every leak soaks a little more insulation, and wet insulation turns a re-cover into a full tear-off.
Questions about commercial roof installation in Kissimmee
Which commercial roof works best in the Florida heat?
Many owners choose a white, reflective membrane like TPO because it keeps the roof surface cooler. EPDM, built-up and metal roofs all work well here too. The best fit depends on your building.
Can a new commercial roof go over the old one?
Sometimes. The existing roof has to be dry and sound, and the building code limits how many layers are allowed. We test for moisture before recommending it.
Will I have to close my business during the work?
Usually not. Most commercial roofs can be installed while the building stays open, with the work planned in sections.
How long does a commercial roof installation take?
It depends on the size of the roof, the system and the weather. You’ll get a realistic timeline with your estimate.
Plan your commercial roof with APC Roofing
Call 407-270-1129 or start your free estimate online. You can also see everything we do for businesses on our commercial roofing in Kissimmee page.
The goal is a roof you don’t have to think about: a dry building, a system that fits how you use it, and a project with no surprises along the way.
