Restore performance and extend the life of your commercial roof with expert repairs from Rivas Roofing. We diagnose the cause of leaks, membrane damage, flashing failures, and drainage issues in offices, retail, and industrial buildings, then fix them right. You can expect hands-on inspections and durable repairs that minimize downtime for your business.
Extend Roof Life and Prevent
Water Damage
Roof repair is the process of fixing specific problems that compromise a roof’s performance without replacing the entire system. On commercial buildings, this often includes locating active leaks, sealing membrane punctures, correcting flashing failures, and addressing drainage or ponding water. The goal is to stop water intrusion, restore proper function, and prevent small issues from turning into costly structural damage that grinds business to a halt.
Unlike a roof replacement, repair focuses on targeted solutions tailored to the roof type, age, and condition. This may involve reinforcing seams, replacing deteriorated materials, resealing penetrations around HVAC units, or improving slope and drainage components. When done correctly, repairs extend service life, improve energy efficiency, and buy valuable time before a replacement is needed, especially when handled by contractors who understand commercial roofing systems and can help owners plan budgets with fewer surprises.
Signs Indicating You May Need a Roof Repair:
- Active leaks or water stains on ceilings, walls, or insulation
- Ponding water that remains on the roof long after rainfall
- Cracked, blistered, or punctured membrane surfaces
- Loose, corroded, or failing flashing around penetrations and edges
- Interior mold growth or persistent musty odors
- Sudden increases in energy costs from compromised insulation
- Debris buildup blocking drains, scuppers, or gutters
How We Handle Commercial Roof Repairs
Our approach to roof repairs is hands-on and built around understanding exactly how your roof is failing and why. We don’t rush to patch symptoms: we trace problems to their source and recommend repairs that make sense for your building, budget, and timeline.
Perform a Hands-on Roof Assessment
We start with a full, in-person inspection of your commercial roof system. That means walking the entire roof, checking membrane seams, flashing, penetrations, drains, and edge metal, and identifying signs of moisture intrusion or trapped insulation. We look closely at ponding areas, HVAC curbs, skylights, and transition points where failures are most likely to start.
Diagnose the Failure and Define the Repair Scope
Once we know what’s happening, we map out the repair strategy. This could include membrane patching, seam reinforcement, flashing replacement, drain corrections, or substrate repairs. We explain the root cause of the issue and its urgency, and offer honest guidance on what must be fixed now versus what can be monitored without risking bigger problems.
Execute Targeted, System-Compatible Repairs
We complete repairs using materials and techniques compatible with your existing roof system, whether that’s TPO, PVC, EPDM, modified bitumen, or metal. Repairs are performed cleanly, with proper adhesion, heat welding, or sealing in accordance with manufacturer standards. We ensure durability, so the repairs hold up under weather, foot traffic, and daily building use.
Verify Performance and Plan Ahead
After repairs are complete, we recheck all repaired areas to confirm watertight performance and proper drainage. We’ll also talk through maintenance recommendations and long-term planning, so you’re not caught off guard later. If your roof is nearing the end of its lifespan, we’ll help you understand the next steps so you can plan ahead instead of reacting to emergencies.
Get Your Free Estimate Today!
Rivas Roofing is a family-owned, hands-on commercial roofing contractor with over 30 years of experience serving Altadena, Pasadena, and the surrounding areas. We handle roof repairs the right way, starting with in-person consultations where we actually get on your roof to assess the issue. Contact us today to receive a free, no-obligation estimate with clear recommendations.
