Flat Roof Repair

Flat Roof Repair In Margate

TPO, modified bitumen, and built-up flat roof leak repair — diagnosed on-site, quoted in writing, fixed right the first time.

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Why Flat Roofs Leak

Ponding Water Isn't Always The Problem — But It's Often The Clue

Flat and low-slope roofs rely on membrane seams, flashing, and proper drainage to stay watertight. In Margate’s heat and heavy seasonal rain, membrane seams can separate, flashing around HVAC units and roof penetrations can fail, and ponding water that doesn’t drain within 48 hours can accelerate membrane breakdown. We inspect the whole system — not just the visible ponding — to find where water is actually getting in.

Most flat roof leaks can be repaired without replacing the whole membrane, provided the underlying deck is still sound. We’ll tell you honestly if a section needs full replacement instead of a patch.

Flat Roof Repair FAQ

Flat Roof Repair In Margate, Answered

The most common causes are separated membrane seams, failed flashing around vents and HVAC units, and ponding water that sits long enough to break down the membrane. Florida’s heat cycles and heavy rain accelerate all three.
Not always — brief ponding after rain is normal on many flat roofs. Water that doesn’t drain within 48 hours is the concern, since it stresses the membrane and can lead to leaks over time.
In most cases, yes. If the deck underneath is still sound, we can repair the damaged section of membrane rather than replacing the entire roof.
We work on TPO, modified bitumen, and built-up (BUR) flat roofing systems, on both residential and commercial properties.
Cost depends on the material, the size of the affected area, and accessibility. We provide a written, itemized quote after a free on-site inspection.
Storm and wind-related damage is often covered, depending on your policy. We document the damage thoroughly to support your claim, though we can’t guarantee an insurer’s decision.
We recommend at least once a year, and after any major storm, since membrane seams and flashing can be affected by wind even without visible damage from the ground.
Interior water stains, visible membrane bubbling or separation, standing water that lingers for days, and soft spots underfoot are all signs worth having inspected.
Yes — we offer 24/7 emergency response for active leaks, including temporary tarping to stop water intrusion until a permanent repair can be made.
A properly repaired section, matched to the existing membrane material, should perform for the remaining service life of the roof — we’ll give you a realistic estimate based on your roof’s age and condition.
Most single-area repairs are completed in a day. We’ll give you a specific timeframe in your written quote.
Yes — flashing repair around rooftop equipment is one of the most common flat roof repairs we perform.
Happy family in front of their home after a Ricketts Construction roofing project

Customer Reviews

What Pompano Beach Residents Are Saying

★★★★★ 4.8 out of 5 · 106 Google reviews

“Ricketts handled our roof repair after a bad storm and made the whole process easy — showed up when they said they would, explained what was actually wrong, and kept the property clean every day. Would recommend them to anyone in South Florida.”

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