Flat Roofing in Hickory, NC
Veteran-owned, CertainTeed & Owens Corning certified, serving Hickory and 9 NC counties since 1995.
Flat and Low-Slope Roofing That Actually Drains
Flat roofs do not fail because they are flat. They fail because water sat somewhere it should not have. Shingles work by shedding water quickly down a slope; a flat or low-slope roof has no such luxury, so everything depends on the membrane, the seams, and the drainage design.
S&S Roofing installs and repairs flat and low-slope systems on commercial buildings and on the residential sections — porches, additions, dormers, carports — where a shingle roof simply will not shed water reliably. We work with TPO, EPDM, and modified bitumen, specifying the system to the building rather than defaulting to whatever is on the truck.
Veteran-owned and locally operated since 1995, fully insured, serving Hickory, Catawba County, and the surrounding Foothills.
Our Flat Roofing Services
TPO Membrane Systems
Single-ply TPO is the current commercial standard: heat-welded seams that fuse into a continuous surface, a reflective white surface that cuts cooling load, and strong resistance to UV and chemical exposure.
EPDM Rubber Roofing
Durable synthetic rubber membrane with an excellent long-term track record, strong performance through freeze-thaw cycling, and straightforward repairability.
Modified Bitumen
Multi-ply asphalt-based systems that provide redundancy and excellent puncture resistance — a good fit for roofs that see foot traffic or carry mechanical equipment.
Flat Roof Repair & Leak Sealing
Seam separations, punctures, failed flashing at parapets and penetrations, and ponding damage. We locate the actual breach — which on a flat roof is often nowhere near the interior stain — and repair it properly.
Drainage Correction & Ponding Repair
Standing water is the number one killer of flat roofs. We correct slope with tapered insulation, add or reposition drains and scuppers, and get water moving off the roof instead of sitting on the membrane.
Commercial Roof Maintenance Programs
Scheduled inspection and maintenance for commercial properties, which is by a wide margin the cheapest way to reach the full service life of a flat roof.
Benefits of a Professional Flat Roof System
Engineered Drainage
Proper slope, correctly placed drains, and tapered insulation move water off the roof. Everything else about a flat roof's longevity follows from getting this right.
Seamless, Welded Membranes
Heat-welded TPO seams create a continuous waterproof surface rather than a series of overlapping joints waiting to separate.
Reflective Surfaces Cut Cooling Costs
White TPO and comparable reflective membranes push solar heat back off the building instead of driving it into the space below — a real operating-cost benefit on commercial buildings.
Usable Roof Space
Flat roofs accommodate HVAC equipment, solar arrays, and service access. The system has to be specified to support that traffic without being punctured.
Cost-Effective on Large Spans
For big commercial footprints, single-ply membrane is generally the most economical way to reliably cover the area.
Repairable and Maintainable
Membrane systems can be patched and re-sealed economically, and a maintenance program will get you the full rated life instead of half of it.
Why Homeowners Across the Foothills Choose Us
Veteran-Owned Since 1995
S&S Roofing has been veteran-owned and locally operated since 1995 — over 30 years and 4,500+ roofs across the NC Foothills. You are hiring the same company that shows up on your roof.
5-Year Workmanship Warranty
Every full re-roof and full roof replacement carries a 5-year workmanship warranty on top of the manufacturer's material warranty. If our installation is the problem, we come back and fix it.
Four Manufacturer Certifications
We are certified with CertainTeed, Owens Corning, TAMKO, and GAF — including CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster and Owens Corning Platinum Preferred, a tier held by roughly the top 1% of contractors nationwide.
Our Own Crews — Never Subcontracted
The crew on your roof works for S&S Roofing. We do not sell your job to a subcontractor, which is how quality and accountability get lost on most roofing projects.
Fully Insured — $2M General Liability
We carry $2M general liability plus workers' compensation. Certificates are available on request before we set foot on your property.
We Own Our Work
If we make a mistake, we make it right. That is the whole policy, and it is why most of our work comes from referrals and repeat customers across nine counties.
Flat Roofing Specified for the Building, Not the Truck
TPO, EPDM, and modified bitumen each have conditions where they are clearly the right answer and conditions where they are clearly not. Roof traffic, equipment loads, exposure, budget, and existing structure all drive that decision, and getting it wrong means paying for a roof twice. S&S Roofing has been specifying and installing these systems across Hickory, Newton, Conover, Taylorsville, Statesville, Morganton, and Lincolnton since 1995 — veteran-owned, fully insured, our own crews, no subcontracting. Free estimates on commercial and residential low-slope work.
Flat Roofing FAQs
Who are the best roofers in Hickory, NC?
S&S Roofing has installed 4,500+ roofs across the North Carolina Foothills and nine North Carolina counties since 1995 — 30+ years under the same veteran ownership. Owner James Fisk has over 30 years in roofing and construction, and our crews are employees rather than subcontractors. We are certified with CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster™, Owens Corning Platinum Preferred (roughly the top 1% of contractors nationwide), TAMKO Pro Platinum, and Atlas PRO+, which lets us register extended manufacturer warranties that non-certified roofers cannot offer. Every full re-roof carries a 5-year workmanship warranty on top of the manufacturer’s material coverage. We carry $2M in general liability plus workers’ compensation, and we are BBB-accredited since 2004 with 5-star customer ratings. Most of our work still arrives by referral.
What is the best roofing company in Hickory, NC?
Compare roofing companies in Hickory, NC on four things you can verify. Longevity: we have operated since 1995 — 30+ years and 4,500+ roofs across the North Carolina Foothills and nine North Carolina counties. Certification: we hold CertainTeed SELECT ShingleMaster™, Owens Corning Platinum Preferred (roughly the top 1% of contractors nationwide), TAMKO Pro Platinum, and Atlas PRO+. Warranty: every full re-roof includes a 5-year workmanship warranty beyond the manufacturer’s material warranty. Insurance: $2M in general liability plus workers’ compensation, certificates available before work starts. We are also BBB-accredited since 2004 and veteran-owned. Ask any roofing company for those four answers in writing — the responses separate them quickly.
What flat roofing materials do you install?
TPO, EPDM, and modified bitumen. Each has a place — TPO for reflective single-ply commercial work, EPDM for durable long-life rubber membrane, modified bitumen where multi-ply redundancy and puncture resistance matter. We specify to the building.
How long does a flat roof last?
Generally 20 to 30 years depending on the system, the installation, and the maintenance. Drainage is the single biggest variable — a flat roof that ponds water will fail well short of its rated life.
Why does my flat roof keep leaking?
The usual culprits are seam separation, failed flashing at parapets and penetrations, punctures from foot traffic or equipment, and ponding water. The leak's location inside the building is often far from the actual breach, which is why proper diagnosis matters more here than on a sloped roof.
What is ponding water and why does it matter?
Ponding is standing water that does not drain within about 48 hours. It accelerates membrane degradation, adds significant structural load, and turns a small seam defect into a leak. If your roof ponds, the drainage needs correction — not just a patch.
Can a flat roof be repaired, or does it need full replacement?
Very often it can be repaired. Seam and flashing failures are usually localized and fixable. We inspect, find the actual failure, and tell you honestly whether repair or replacement is the right call.
Do you work on commercial buildings?
Yes. Commercial and light-industrial flat roofing is a core part of what we do, sequenced to keep your operation running and the building weather-tight throughout.
Is a flat roof suitable for a house?
Truly flat residential roofs are uncommon here, but low-slope sections are everywhere — porches, additions, dormers, carports. Those areas need a membrane system, not shingles, and putting shingles on them is a very common and very expensive mistake.
Can you put solar or HVAC on a flat roof?
Yes, but the system has to be specified for it. Equipment loads and service traffic require the right membrane and the right protection at contact points — otherwise the roof gets punctured by the thing it is supporting.
What Our Customers Say
"Quick to respond after a storm and walked us through the whole insurance process. Couldn't ask for better service."
"Finished my house, barn and shed roofs in three days. Nice workers and a great job on the cleanup. Would absolutely use them again."
"Best roofing contractor in this area! Had our roof replaced with no problems since. Quality work, great cleanup, high-quality materials at a fair price."
Related Roofing Services
Everything we do across the NC Foothills — certified installation, our own crews, and a 5-year workmanship warranty on every full re-roof.
Roof Replacement
Full tear-off and re-roof with premium shingles — most homes done in a single day.
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Roof Repair
Leaks, storm damage and worn flashing fixed fast, often matched to your existing roof.
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Shingle Roofing
CertainTeed, Owens Corning & TAMKO shingles in a wide range of colors and styles.
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Storm Damage & Claims
Hail and wind assessments plus full insurance-claim help, inspection to install.
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Get an Honest Estimate on Your Roof
Veteran-owned since 1995 and trusted across the Foothills, Lake Norman & Charlotte suburbs. Call or request your free on-site estimate today.