If you live in Ellerslie (Harris County), Expert Roofers Columbus handles flat and low-slope roofing from our Columbus office. Ellerslie is a quiet Harris County community north of Columbus. We start with a free inspection, show you photos of what we find, and give you a straight answer on what the roof actually needs.
Flat roofing in Ellerslie
- TPO and single-ply membranes: bright, reflective and durable.
- Modified bitumen: tough, proven low-slope protection.
- Coatings and restoration: seal a sound flat roof and extend its life.
- Leak repairs: find and fix the real source of the water.
Homes and businesses
Porches, additions, modern homes and commercial buildings all have flat or low-slope sections. We install the right membrane for the job and detail every seam, edge and penetration so it holds up through Georgia and Alabama weather.
Signs your flat roof needs attention
- Standing water that is still there a couple of days after rain.
- Blisters, bubbles or splits in the membrane.
- Open seams or flashing pulling away at walls and edges.
- Stains on the ceiling under the flat section, often far from where the water gets in.
Repair, coat or replace?
A small leak at a seam or penetration is a repair. A roof that is sound but aging can often be coated to add years. Wet insulation, widespread blistering or a roof past its life means replacement. We check the whole surface on your Ellerslie building before recommending any of the three.
Roofing in Ellerslie
Ellerslie is a rural census-designated place in Harris County with 1,053 residents in 2020. It sits on U.S. 27 Alternate and Georgia 85, about 18 miles northeast of Columbus and 5 miles from Waverly Hall, and Georgia 315 shares the highway for half a mile through the community. Subdivisions named in weather reports include Deer Run and Ellerslie Place, and Pine Ridge Elementary School serves the area.
Storms that have hit Ellerslie
On March 3, 2019, the long-track tornado from Alabama entered Ellerslie as an EF2 along Highway 315, downing hundreds of trees. Several homes lost shingles, and one had part of its attic and top floor removed. Quarter size hail fell in the Deer Run subdivision on Dec. 30, 2021, and three quarter inch hail fell in Ellerslie Place on April 8, 2020.
Permits for roof work in Ellerslie
Ellerslie is unincorporated Harris County, so building permits come from the Harris County Community Development Department, 125 Barnes Mill Road, Hamilton, (706) 628-4700. The department enforces state building codes and issues building permits. Its posted permit requirements do not list a separate re-roof rule, so confirm with the department before work starts.
Why Ellerslie property owners choose us
- Rated 4.7 stars across 77 Google reviews from local homeowners.
- Storm and insurance-claim specialists. We document damage the way adjusters need it.
- Free, no-pressure roof inspections. If you do not need the work, we will tell you.
- Licensed and insured roofing crews serving Georgia and Alabama.
- Local and responsive. We answer the phone and show up when we say we will.
Serving Ellerslie and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Ellerslie, we roof homes and businesses in Columbus, Fortson, Midland, Upatoi, Phenix City, Smiths Station, and the rest of the Valley on both sides of the river. Wherever you are within about 30 miles of Columbus, the standard is the same: done right, the first time.
Ready when you are. Call (706) 917-2768 or book a free inspection in Ellerslie.
Common questions
How long does a flat roof last?
It depends on the system and how well water drains. Single-ply membranes and modified bitumen commonly last a couple of decades when installed and maintained well, and coatings can extend that.
Why does my flat roof keep leaking in the same place?
Usually because the source has not been found. Water travels under the membrane before it shows up inside, so patching the spot above the stain often misses it.
Can you add drainage to a flat roof that ponds water?
Often, yes, with tapered insulation, added drains or scuppers, or by correcting low spots during a replacement.
Did the 2019 tornado damage roofs in Ellerslie?
Yes. The National Weather Service found that the March 3, 2019 tornado pulled shingles off several homes as it entered Ellerslie along Highway 315, and one home lost part of its attic and top floor. If your roof was patched after that storm, it is worth having it checked.
Who handles roofing permits in Ellerslie?
Ellerslie is in unincorporated Harris County, so permits go through Harris County Community Development, 125 Barnes Mill Road in Hamilton, (706) 628-4700. Confirm the requirement for your address with that office before work starts.