FLAT & LOW-SLOPE ROOFING · FLORIDA & GEORGIA
Flat Roof Repair & Low-Slope Roofing
Flat and low-slope roofs fail differently than pitched roofs — and they need a specialist. 1 Pro Roof repairs and replaces flat roofs across Florida and Georgia, from ponding water and seam leaks to full membrane replacement built for Florida’s heat, rain, and high-wind zones.
A Different Discipline
Why Flat Roofs Need a Flat-Roof Specialist
A flat roof isn’t truly flat — it’s built with a slight slope to move water toward drains. But because that slope is so gentle, water lingers longer, seams and flashings do most of the work of keeping the building dry, and a single failed detail can let water travel a long way before it shows up inside. That’s why flat roof repair is its own craft, separate from the shingle work most residential roofers focus on.
Florida’s building stock is full of low-slope roofs — homes, additions, condos, strip retail, warehouses, and countless commercial buildings — which makes flat roofing central to what we do in the state. Georgia has plenty too, on porches, additions, and commercial properties across the Atlanta metro. Wherever your flat roof is, the goal is the same: stop water from standing, sitting in seams, and finding its way in.
What Goes Wrong
Common Flat Roof Problems We Fix
Ponding Water
Water that sits for days after rain accelerates membrane breakdown and finds weak seams. We correct drainage, add tapered insulation where needed, and stop the pooling.
Seam & Flashing Leaks
Most flat-roof leaks start at seams, edges, and penetrations — not in the open field. We trace the true source and rebuild the detail properly.
Punctures & Blisters
Foot traffic, debris, and trapped moisture cause punctures and blisters. Caught early, these are quick, affordable repairs.
Storm & Wind Damage
Florida’s hurricanes and Georgia’s storms lift edges and tear membrane. We inspect, document, and help with insurance where damage is covered.
Florida’s heavy rainy-season downpours make ponding and drainage the number-one flat-roof issue we’re called for — a roof that drained fine ten years ago may now hold water because insulation has compressed or a drain has clogged. We look at the whole system, not just the spot that’s leaking.
Membranes We Install
TPO & Low-Slope Systems for the South
When a flat roof is past repair, we replace it with the system that fits the building. In Florida’s intense sun, reflective single-ply TPO is a popular choice because its white surface reflects heat and helps cut cooling costs. Other buildings are better served by modified bitumen’s tough, multi-layer build, or by durable EPDM rubber membrane.
For aging roofs that are still structurally sound, a reflective coating can add years of service without a full tear-off. We’ll tell you honestly which path — repair, coat, or replace — makes the most sense for your roof and budget.
Florida High-Wind Zones
HVHZ & Wind-Rated Installation
In Florida’s High-Velocity Hurricane Zones (HVHZ) — and in high-wind areas statewide — low-slope roofs must meet strict wind-uplift and attachment requirements. Membrane systems have to be installed and fastened to hold up when the next storm arrives, and the details matter as much as the material.
We install flat-roof systems with Florida’s wind requirements in mind, and after a storm we document damage for your insurer. See our storm damage and insurance claims help pages.
Got a Leaking or Ponding Flat Roof?
Get a Free Flat Roof Evaluation
We’ll find the real source of the problem and give you a clear, written plan — repair, coat, or replace.
Flat Roof FAQ
Flat & Low-Slope Roof Questions, Answered
Can my flat roof be repaired, or does it need replacing?
Many flat-roof problems — seam and flashing leaks, punctures, blisters, and drainage issues — are repairable, and a coating can extend the life of an aging membrane. If the membrane is widely failed or saturated, replacement is the better investment. We give you an honest assessment either way.
Why does water pond on my flat roof?
Ponding usually means the slope, drains, or insulation aren’t moving water the way they should — often because insulation has compressed or a drain is blocked. Standing water shortens membrane life, so we correct the drainage rather than just patching around it.
What is the best flat roof material in Florida?
It depends on the building, but reflective single-ply TPO is popular in Florida’s heat because it reflects sun and helps lower cooling costs. Modified bitumen and EPDM suit other applications. We recommend the system that fits your roof, budget, and Florida’s wind requirements.
Do flat roofs have to meet Florida’s high-wind (HVHZ) rules?
In High-Velocity Hurricane Zones and high-wind areas, yes — low-slope systems must meet strict wind-uplift and attachment requirements. We install with those requirements in mind so your roof is built to hold up in a storm.
FREE, NO-OBLIGATION ESTIMATE
Protect Your Building from the Top Down
Tell us about your flat roof and we’ll schedule a free evaluation and a clear, written plan.