Commercial Roof Installation
New construction and full commercial roof installation across Central Florida. Coordination with GCs, architects, and on-site project managers.
New Commercial Roof Installation Across Central Florida
Sun State Solar and Roofing handles full commercial roof installation for new-construction projects across Central Florida. We work directly with general contractors, architects, and on-site project managers to coordinate build schedules, inspection sequences, and trade hand-offs. State-certified (CCC1334700), fully insured, COIs and bonding available on request.
We install every major Florida commercial roofing system — TPO single-ply, modified bitumen, BUR/built-up, EPDM rubber, and standing-seam or structural metal. The right system for your project depends on building use, structural capacity, slope, span requirements, energy goals, and budget. We bring decades of industry experience to the system-selection conversation.
Project Types We Handle
- Office buildings — single-story to multi-story
- Retail centers and strip malls
- Warehouses and distribution facilities
- Light industrial and manufacturing
- Restaurants and quick-service food
- Multi-tenant mixed-use buildings
- Religious facilities, schools, and institutional buildings
- Major additions and re-roofing as part of renovations
Working with Builders
- Pre-bid meetings and constructability review
- Detailed itemized bid pricing with materials specs
- Schedule integration with overall build timeline
- On-site coordination with PM and superintendent
- Manufacturer technical-rep involvement on premium systems
- Photo-documented installation for facilities records
- Final inspection coordination and warranty delivery
Choosing a Commercial Roof System
The right system for a new commercial roof depends on the building, not on what an installer prefers to sell. Here's how the main options compare:
- TPO single-ply — the modern default for moderate-to-large flat roofs: heat-welded seams, a white reflective surface, 20-25 year life
- Modified bitumen — torch-down or self-adhered, 20-25 year life, faster to install than BUR
- Built-up roofing (BUR) — multiple plies, 25-30 year life, the longest-lasting traditional flat system
- EPDM rubber — single-ply rubber membrane, proven and cost-effective
- Standing-seam or structural metal — 40+ years with minimal maintenance; structural standing seam works on slopes down to 1/4:12
Our TPO roofing and commercial metal roofing pages go deeper on those two systems, and commercial flat roof systems compares the low-slope options side by side, including installed per-square-foot ranges.
What Commercial Roofing Installers Should Bring to a Project
On a new build, the roofer is one trade in a long sequence. Good commercial roofing installers come to pre-bid meetings with constructability questions, price the job line by line, protect the schedule, and leave the owner with a documented roof: photos of the install, warranty paperwork and final inspection sign-off. That's how we run commercial roof installation. State-certified (CCC1334700), general liability and workers compensation in place, COIs on demand, and bonding available when a project requires it.
Florida Code, Wind and Water
Central Florida commercial roofs have to meet Florida Building Code wind-uplift requirements, which drive fastening patterns, perimeter and corner enhancements, and edge metal details. Low-slope roofs also have to drain. Tapered insulation, properly sized primary drains, and overflow drains or scuppers keep summer downpours from ponding on the roof. Those details belong in the itemized bid, not in a change order later.
Once the roof is on, maintenance protects the warranty, since most manufacturer commercial warranties require documented periodic maintenance. See commercial roof maintenance. Building a home instead? See residential roof installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
All major Florida commercial systems — TPO, modified bitumen, BUR, EPDM, and standing-seam or structural metal. Selection depends on building, climate, and budget.
Yes — we work directly with GCs, architects, and PMs on new-construction commercial projects. We understand build schedules and inspection sequences.
Varies with square footage, system, and access. Small commercial flat roofs may take 3-7 days; larger installs run 2-4 weeks.
Yes. State certification (CCC1334700) authorizes any project size in Florida. For larger projects we scale crews and coordinate with manufacturer technical reps.
Yes — itemized bid pricing with detailed scope, materials specs, schedule, and warranty terms. We bid both negotiated and competitive projects.
Yes. Full general liability and workers' compensation. Bonding available on request. COIs on demand.
It depends on the system, the building size, insulation and the deck. Typical installed ranges: modified bitumen $5-9 per square foot, TPO $6-11/sf, and BUR $7-12/sf. Metal costs more upfront but lasts 40+ years. Insulation requirements, deck condition and access move the number, so every commercial bid is itemized with full scope.
The main ones are TPO single-ply, modified bitumen, built-up roofing (BUR), EPDM rubber, and metal in standing-seam, structural or exposed-fastener panels. Flat and low-slope buildings usually get a membrane system; metal suits sloped roofs and, with structural standing seam, slopes as low as 1/4:12. The right choice depends on building use, slope and budget.
"Joe is very helpful and knowledgeable about his business."
"Sun State Solar and Roofing made the entire roofing replacement process incredibly smooth and stress-free. They handled everything — inspections, insurance, and all the details. They sent pictures at each stage and kept me updated on every step, which gave me peace of mind. If you're in Central Florida and looking for top-notch roofing, I highly recommend them."
"Joe and his team did a great job on our roof and chimney project. He provided excellent and timely communication at all stages. He also worked on my neighbor's roof, who were very satisfied as well. Highly recommended!"