Commercial Built-Up Roofing Across Texas
Meis Roofing provides commercial built-up roofing installation, repair, replacement and maintenance for businesses and property owners across Texas. Built-up roofing, commonly called BUR, is a multi-ply asphalt-based system used on flat and low-slope commercial roofs.
We work with property managers, facility managers, building owners and general contractors throughout DFW, Austin, San Antonio, Central Texas and Houston.
What Is Built-Up Roofing?
Built-up roofing is constructed using multiple layers of reinforcing felts and asphalt to create a durable, watertight commercial roof system. The finished surface may use gravel, mineral surfacing or another approved protective layer depending on the system design.
BUR has been used on commercial buildings for decades and is commonly found on warehouses, industrial facilities, retail buildings, offices and other low-slope properties.
Benefits of Built-Up Roofing
- Multi-ply construction
- Strong waterproofing performance
- Good resistance to punctures and rooftop traffic
- Proven long-term commercial roofing system
- Suitable for flat and low-slope roofs
- Repairable and maintainable
- Compatible with several surfacing options
- Good option for many large commercial roof areas
Built-Up Roofing Installation
Built-up roofing systems are installed in multiple layers to create a reinforced roof assembly. The exact number of plies, asphalt type, insulation, surfacing and attachment method depends on project specifications, building conditions and manufacturer requirements.
Meis Roofing evaluates the existing roof, deck, drainage, insulation and building use before developing the installation approach.
Built-Up Roof Repair
BUR systems can develop problems from splits, blistering, flashing failures, punctures, surface deterioration and moisture intrusion. Meis Roofing inspects the affected area and surrounding roof system to identify the source of the problem before recommending repair.
Repairs may include target patches, flashing repairs, localized membrane replacement or restoration of damaged areas.
Built-Up Roof Replacement
When a built-up roof has widespread deterioration, saturated insulation, recurring leaks or extensive damage, replacement may be more practical than continued localized repairs.
Meis Roofing evaluates the existing roof assembly and underlying conditions before recommending replacement options.
Built-Up Roof Maintenance
Regular inspections & maintenance can help identify surface deterioration, blistering, cracking, flashing problems, drainage issues and other conditions before they become larger failures.
Built-Up Roofing vs. Modified Bitumen
Built-up roofing and modified bitumen are both asphalt-based commercial roofing systems. BUR typically uses multiple layers of asphalt and reinforcing felts, while modified bitumen uses factory-manufactured membrane sheets enhanced with polymer modifiers.
Both systems can provide durable waterproofing for flat and low-slope commercial roofs.
Built-Up Roofing & Roof Coatings
Some built-up roofs may be candidates for coating or restoration when the underlying roof remains serviceable and moisture conditions are acceptable.
A roof inspection should be completed before recommending restoration to determine whether repair, coating or replacement is the most appropriate approach.
Built-Up Roofing for Commercial Properties
Meis Roofing provides BUR services for warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, industrial buildings, retail centers, offices, restaurants, multifamily properties and other commercial buildings with flat or low-slope roofs.
Commercial Built-Up Roofing Across DFW, Austin, San Antonio, Central Texas & Houston
Meis Roofing provides built-up roofing services throughout our major Texas markets, including Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Central Texas and Houston. Whether your property needs BUR repair, maintenance, replacement or a new roofing system, our team can evaluate the building and recommend an approach based on roof condition and long-term performance goals.
For commercial built-up roofing service or an inspection, call 866-211-1116 or request a free commercial roofing inspection today.
