We also inspect rooftop HVAC curbs and penetrations, since equipment mounts are a common overlooked source of flat roof leaks.
A flat roof leak rarely shows up directly above where the water actually entered — membrane systems move water laterally before it drips through.
We also test repaired seams for a proper bond before leaving, rather than assuming a visual check is enough.
Insurance documentation available before work begins on any Hockessin commercial property.
We coordinate timing to reduce impact on tenants or foot traffic wherever possible.
Written Flat Roof Repair estimates cover membrane type, repair scope, and labor upfront.
Proper membrane welding equipment prevents the seam failures common with improvised patches.
Here's what falls under our Hockessin Flat Roof Repair service for commercial and low-slope roofs.
We test repaired seams for a proper bond before considering the Flat Roof Repair job complete.
We identify the membrane type first, since EPDM and TPO repairs use different adhesive systems.
We identify why water is pooling — often a low spot or blocked drain — before recommending a solution.
We assess whether a modified bitumen repair needs a patch or a full section replacement.
We clear and repair drains and scuppers as part of a full Flat Roof Repair visit.
Rooftop HVAC units and their curbs are a frequent source of Hockessin commercial roof leaks that general roofers often overlook.
We start by discussing the issue — ponding, active leak, or visible membrane damage.
A technician inspects the membrane system, checking seams, drains, and any ponding areas.
You receive a written estimate covering membrane repair or drainage correction before work begins.
Repaired seams are tested for a proper bond before we leave the site.
They tested the seam repair with water before considering the job done.
— Hockessin Homeowner
Diagnosed a drain issue nobody else had caught, solved a recurring leak we'd dealt with for two seasons.
— Hockessin Homeowner
Explained the difference between our old membrane and the repair material clearly.
— Hockessin Homeowner
They caught a second smaller leak while fixing the one we'd actually called about.
— Hockessin Homeowner
Roof Repair Smedway provides Flat Roof Repair for commercial and flat roofs throughout Hockessin and surrounding Hockessin, DE communities.
