Commercial Roofing Systems.
Flat and low-slope roof systems installed and maintained for commercial buildings across the Chicago area. TPO, EPDM, PVC, and coatings, plus the documentation and reporting property managers and building owners need.
01 / A Different Kind of Roof
Commercial Roofing Is Not the Same as Residential.
The systems are different, the installation requirements are different, and the cost of a failure is higher. A leak can disrupt tenants. Storm damage can shut down operations. Getting the right system installed and maintained by a contractor who knows commercial work is a foundational decision for any commercial property.
RX Roofing & Construction installs and maintains commercial roofing systems throughout the Chicago area. We work on flat and low-slope roofs on buildings of all sizes, from small commercial properties to larger multi-tenant facilities. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured for commercial work, and we provide the documentation and reporting that property managers and building owners need.
02 / Systems We Install
Four Commercial Roofing Systems We Install.
We install four main commercial roofing system types. The right choice for your building depends on its use, structure, existing roof condition, and long-term performance goals.
TPO Membrane Roofing
TPO (thermoplastic polyolefin) is one of the most widely installed commercial roofing systems in use today. It’s a single-ply white membrane installed across the roof surface with heat-welded seams. The white surface reflects solar heat, which lowers cooling loads on the building. TPO performs well in temperature extremes, including the freeze-thaw cycling common in the Chicago climate. It’s a strong baseline system for a wide range of properties, combining cost-effectiveness, energy performance, and durability.
EPDM Membrane Roofing
EPDM (ethylene propylene diene monomer) is a rubber membrane with one of the longest performance track records in commercial roofing. It’s been installed on buildings across the country for decades, and its flexibility in cold weather makes it well-suited to Midwest climates, where roofing systems are put through real seasonal movement. EPDM can be installed using multiple methods depending on the building and substrate, and it’s straightforward to repair when seams or surface damage occur.
PVC Membrane Roofing
PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is a reinforced thermoplastic membrane with heat-welded seams that create a continuous, monolithic waterproofing surface. Its seam strength and chemical resistance make it the right choice for buildings exposed to grease, oils, or other substances that can degrade standard rubber or TPO membranes. Restaurant buildings and food processing facilities frequently use PVC for this reason.
Commercial Roof Coatings
For commercial roofs that are structurally sound but have aging or worn surfaces, a fluid-applied coating system can restore waterproofing and extend the roof’s useful life without a full tear-off. Coatings are applied over the existing membrane and create a seamless, reflective surface. They cost a lot less than a full replacement and generate less waste. The coating route makes sense in the right conditions, and it’s not right for every roof, so we assess the existing system before recommending it.
03 / Choosing the Right System
Every Building Is Different.
A few factors drive the right system choice for your property. We walk you through the options based on your specific building and help you make a decision that fits your property, your operations, and your budget.
- Building use and exposure: a restaurant with kitchen exhaust and grease has different needs than an office. Chemical-resistant PVC holds up where TPO and EPDM may not.
- Existing roof system: the current system, substrate condition, and any drainage or structural constraints affect what can go on top. We assess the full condition first.
- Energy goals: white and reflective membranes lower cooling loads. On a large building that can add up to real savings over time. White-coated EPDM is also an option.
- Budget and timeline: coatings restore performance at a lower cost but need a sound substrate. A full tear-off and replacement is a larger investment that gives you a clean system with a full warranty.
04 / Install, Replace, Restore
New Installation, Replacement, and Restoration.
Commercial roofing projects fall into three general categories. We help you sort out which one fits the condition of your roof and the budget you’re working with.
01
New Installation
On new construction or buildings where the existing roof has been removed, we install the new system on the prepared substrate from scratch.
02
Tear-Off & Replacement
When an existing roof has reached the end of its service life, we remove the old membrane down to the deck and install a new system. This is the most thorough option and typically carries the best warranty terms.
03
Restoration With Coatings
When the deck and existing system are sound but the surface has worn down, a coating restoration extends performance and defers the cost and disruption of a full replacement.
Licensed for Commercial Work, With the Paperwork to Back It Up.
We're licensed, bonded, and insured for commercial work, and we provide the documentation and reporting that property managers and building owners need to keep a project moving and a building protected. You get a written scope before the work starts and clear reporting along the way.
- LICENSED, BONDED & INSURED FOR COMMERCIAL
- WRITTEN SCOPE BEFORE THE WORK STARTS
- REPORTING BUILT FOR MULTIPLE STAKEHOLDERS
- A+ RATED AND ACCREDITED WITH THE BBB
05 / The Full Scope
More Commercial Roofing Services.
A new or replaced system is one piece of the picture. For the full scope of our commercial work, including repair, maintenance, and insurance claims, we keep it all under one local team.
Repair & Maintenance
Not every issue calls for a new roof. We repair leaks, seam failures, blisters, and ponding on all membrane types, and we offer maintenance programs that catch problems early on a documented schedule.
Commercial Insurance Claims
We work directly with your commercial carrier, document storm and hail damage, communicate with the adjuster, and follow up through approval, with the reports your team needs at every step.
Roof Coatings
Restore waterproofing and add years of service life to a sound roof without a full tear-off. A reflective coating costs less than replacement and creates less disruption for tenants.
06 / Common Questions
Commercial Roofing System Questions, Answered.
It depends on your building’s use, structure, existing roof condition, and long-term goals. TPO is a widely installed white membrane that reflects heat and lowers cooling loads. EPDM is a rubber membrane known for cold-weather flexibility and a long track record. PVC has strong chemical resistance and heat-welded seams, which makes it a good fit for restaurants and facilities with grease or chemical exposure. If your roof is structurally sound but aging, a coating can restore waterproofing without a full tear-off. We walk you through how they compare during a free inspection.
Sometimes. For roofs that are structurally sound but have aging or worn surfaces, a fluid-applied coating restores waterproofing and extends the roof’s useful life without a full tear-off. It costs less than a replacement and generates less waste. It’s not right for every roof, so we assess the existing system and substrate before recommending it.
New installation is a fresh system on new construction or a prepared substrate. Tear-off and replacement removes the old membrane down to the deck and installs a new system, which is the most thorough option and usually carries the best warranty terms. Restoration with coatings extends the life of a sound roof and defers the cost of a full replacement.
PVC’s seam strength and chemical resistance make it the right choice for buildings exposed to grease, oils, or other substances that can break down standard rubber or TPO membranes. Restaurant buildings and food processing facilities frequently use PVC for that reason.
Yes. We’re licensed, bonded, and insured for commercial work, and we’re happy to provide documentation before a project starts. We give you a clear written scope and reporting on every job, and we’re A+ rated and accredited with the Better Business Bureau, with 5.0 on Google.
07 / Get Started
Get a Commercial Roofing Estimate.
Contact us to talk through your commercial roofing project, or call us at (224) 518-0278. We get on the roof, tell you the truth about what we find, and put it in a written summary either way. We’re available Monday to Friday 7am to 7pm and Saturday 7am to 5pm.