Plenty of South Florida homes have at least one flat section: a Florida room, a garage, a covered patio, or an entire modern-style roof. These areas are often where leaks start, because water sits on them longer.
Flat roof problems we fix
- Ponding water that sits for days after rain and breaks down the membrane.
- Blisters and cracks from heat and age.
- Open seams and failed flashing where the flat roof meets a wall or a sloped roof.
- Clogged drains and scuppers.
Systems we install
We install code-approved low-slope systems such as multi-ply modified bitumen, with reflective cap sheets or coatings to cut heat. Where ponding is the problem, we can add tapered insulation or crickets to move water toward the drains.
Keep it maintained
Clearing leaves and debris from drains before and during hurricane season is the single cheapest thing you can do for a flat roof. See our hurricane season roof checklist.
Flat Roofing FAQ
How long does a flat roof last in Florida?
Typically 10 to 20 years depending on the system, maintenance and drainage. Roofs that pond water wear out faster.
Can a flat roof be coated instead of replaced?
Sometimes. A coating can extend the life of a membrane that is still dry and sound underneath. It won't fix wet insulation or rotten decking.
Where we offer flat roofing
Miami-Dade County · Aventura · Coral Gables · Pinecrest · Palmetto Bay · Cutler Bay · Hollywood · Pembroke Pines · Miramar · Weston · Davie · Southwest Ranches · Pompano Beach · Port St. Lucie · and every city in Miami-Dade and Broward