Commercial roofing resources
Decision guides for facility managers and building owners evaluating commercial rooftops in West Texas. Roof lifespan by system, what an inspection covers, TPO vs EPDM vs PVC, and restore versus replace. Written by Core Commercial Roofing and Coatings and reviewed against current NRCA guidance and manufacturer technical data, last reviewed August 13, 2026.
Start with a decision guide
How long does a commercial roof last
Service life by system, from TPO and EPDM to standing seam metal, with the five things that end a roof early and how to extend the life you already have.
What a commercial roof inspection covers
The full inspection checklist, from membrane and seams to flashing, drainage, and core cuts, plus what the report hands you for insurance and warranty.
TPO vs EPDM vs PVC
How the three single-ply membranes differ on cost, reflectivity, chemical and hail tolerance, and when hail rules all three out for metal or a coating.
Restore or replace your commercial roof
The one test, a core cut, that decides restoration from replacement, with a before and after from a documented cold-storage restoration in Amarillo.
Ready for numbers? See the systems hub and the cost guide.
Get a condition report before you commit to a system.
Photographs, documented findings, and a written recommendation. Certificate of insurance available before contract.