Commercial roofing for St. Charles County and St. Louis buildings

What building owners should know

A few habits go a long way with a low-slope roof, and none of them require a roofer on retainer.

• Inspect at least twice a year, ideally in spring and fall, and after high winds. That is FEMA’s recommendation for low-slope roofs.
• Keep drains, scuppers and overflow drains clear of leaves and debris.
• Watch the edges and rooftop equipment, where FEMA’s guidance shows wind damage tends to start.
• Keep records of the install date, warranty paperwork and every repair, and get warranty terms in writing.
• Limit roof traffic, and ask trades who service rooftop units to report any damage they cause.

Plan around the people inside

Roofing an occupied building is as much a scheduling job as a roofing job. Tell us early about tenants, deliveries, parking, sensitive equipment and any hours when noise is a problem, so the scope and the estimate reflect how the building actually runs.

Codes and permits

The residential code covers one- and two-family homes and townhouses; other buildings fall under the building code. St. Charles County has adopted the 2021 International Codes with local amendments, and cities set their own adoptions, so confirm the rules with the building department for your address before work starts.

Storm claims on commercial property

Missouri’s roofing claim statute reaches commercial buildings too. Section 407.725 applies to contractors who repair or replace roof systems on residential or commercial real estate, so the same rules hold: no paying or rebating deductibles, and no contractor representing the owner or negotiating the claim. The claim stays yours; we document, meet the adjuster and explain.