Built-up roofs in New Orleans
Built‑up roofing, also called tar and gravel, has been around for many years.
A built‑up roof is made of several layers of material glued together with hot asphalt. It started with tar paper, later replaced with an asphalt‑based material.
We provide built‑up roofing for commercial properties in New Orleans, and we work with you on a solution that meets your building’s needs and your budget.
Have a built‑up roof, or want one? The estimate is free.
How it runs
How a Built‑Up Roof Goes On
Four steps, layer by layer, from the deck to the surface.
Roof Survey
We inspect the existing roof and the deck, and give you a free estimate before any work begins.
Substrate
The base is prepared, whether it’s wood decking, a concrete slab or metal decking.
Membrane Layers
Layers are glued together with hot asphalt to form the waterproof membrane.
Surface Layer
Granules go on top to protect the membrane from moisture and damage.
Step one is a roof survey. The estimate is free.
What it’s made of
Elements of a Built‑Up Roof
Every built‑up roof system has three main components, and it fits a wide range of buildings.
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Layer 1The Substrate
The base the rest of the system sits on: wood decking, concrete slabs or metal decking.
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Layer 2The Membrane
The waterproof barrier between the water and the rest of the roof, built up in layers.
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Layer 3The Granules
Added on top of the membrane for extra protection against moisture getting in.
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Where it goesAlmost Any Building
Warehouses, schools, hospitals, churches and more can take a built‑up roof.
Want to know what’s under your roof? Have it surveyed.
Benefits
Reasons to Choose Built‑Up Roofing
Building owners pick built‑up roofs for how they hold up and how long they last.
Weather Resistant
Highly resistant to rain, wind, hail and sun.
Long Lasting
Built‑up roofs are one of the longer‑lasting commercial options.
Low Maintenance
The granules protect the membrane, so upkeep stays minimal.
Affordable
Compared with other roofing types, built‑up roofs are cost‑effective.
Want a built‑up roof on your building? Get a free estimate.
Why TurnKey Roofer
Why Choose TurnKey Roofer for Built‑Up Roofs
Every commercial property has its own needs, so the roof is planned around your building and budget.
- Built‑up roofing for commercial properties
- A roof survey before any work begins
- Repairs, inspections and leak detection too
- Free estimates and Louisiana license #3667
Other roof types
Compare Other Roof Types
Built‑up is one of several commercial systems. Compare it with these three before you decide.
Flat RoofingNo slope, for commercial buildings as well as homes.Read more 
Single‑Ply RoofingOne layer of TPO, EPDM or PVC, quick to install.Read more 
Metal RoofingSteel, aluminum, copper and composite, new roofs or repairs.Read more
Not sure what’s on your roof now? Ask the estimator.
“As a property manager responsible for multiple residential buildings, I often encounter various roofing issues that require immediate attention. This company has been my go-to roofing company for years, and they have never disappointed.”
Before you call
Built‑Up Roof Questions
Short answers to what people ask first. For anything else, call (504) 226-7070.
Call (504) 226-7070
What Is Built‑Up Roofing?
Is Built‑Up Roofing Long‑Lasting?
What Are the Layers of a Built‑Up Roof?
What Kinds of Buildings Use Built‑Up Roofs?
Does a Built‑Up Roof Need Much Maintenance?
Is Built‑Up Roofing the Same as Single‑Ply?
Related services
Other Work on a Commercial Roof
Each of these has its own page, and the same free estimate.
Roof Repair
Repairs of any size, from a single leak to a large industrial roof.
Read more
Roof Replacement
A new roof system for the building, including TPO and EPDM membranes on flat and low‑slope decks.
Read more
Roof Inspection
Regular checks for the damage sun, rain and wind do before it turns into a repair bill.
Read more
Roof Leak Detection
Infrared imaging and moisture meters find the leaks you cannot see from the ceiling.
Read more
Not sure what you need? Call and describe the problem.
Service areas
Built‑Up Roofing Across 14 Towns
New Orleans plus 13 towns from Gretna to Baton Rouge. Pick yours for the local page.
Call (504) 226-7070Roofing a Home?
Shingle, metal, slate and tile on homes, under residential license #890459. Same phone number.