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Residential vs Commercial Roofing Contractors
A residential roofer and a commercial roofer are not interchangeable. They install different systems, carry different insurance, and follow different code paths. Here's how to tell which one you actually need — and why hiring the wrong type is the #1 cause of premature failure.
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Residential Roofing Contractors
- • Steep-slope asphalt shingles, metal, tile, cedar
- • Small crews (3–8), 1–3 day installs
- • Homeowner-facing warranties (25–50 yr)
- • Focus on curb appeal and attic ventilation
- • Priced per square (100 sq ft)
Commercial Roofing Contractors
- • Low-slope TPO, EPDM, PVC, modified bitumen, built-up
- • Larger crews, longer projects (1–6 weeks)
- • NDL (no dollar limit) manufacturer warranties
- • Focus on drainage, HVAC penetrations, code compliance
- • Priced per square foot with maintenance contracts
Which Do You Need?
If your building has a steep pitch and shingles, tile, or metal panels, hire a residential roofer. If it's flat or low-slope with a membrane surface — think retail, warehouse, office, apartment — hire a commercial roofer with documented experience on your specific membrane type.
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