If you live in Opelika (Lee County), Expert Roofers Columbus handles flat and low-slope roofing from our Columbus office. Opelika is a Lee County city northeast of Columbus, next to Auburn. 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 Opelika
- 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 Opelika building before recommending any of the three.
Roofing in Opelika
Opelika is the Lee County seat, with 30,589 residents in 2020. Historic Downtown Opelika is on the National Register of Historic Places, and the current Lee County Courthouse dates to 1896. Opelika Municipal Park holds the rebuilt Salem-Shotwell Covered Bridge. Census estimates put the median home at 1992, with about a quarter of homes built in 2010 or later.
Storms that have hit Opelika
On January 22, 2017 an EF1 tornado (about 95 mph) touched down near the Auburn-Opelika Airport and tracked toward Pepperell Parkway, snapping trees and damaging some homes. The day before, an EF0 caused shingle damage on the south side of Opelika near Ballard Avenue. On July 21, 2018 another EF0 touched down near South 3rd Street and Avenue D (NOAA).
Permits for roof work in Opelika
Inside city limits, the City of Opelika Building Inspection Division (710 Fox Trail, 334-705-5420) approves and inspects all construction, including repairs and maintenance to existing structures. The city's page does not list reroofing separately, so call before work starts to confirm the permit you need.
Why Opelika 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 Opelika and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Opelika, we roof homes and businesses in Phenix City, Smiths Station, Salem, Fort Mitchell, Columbus, Fortson, 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 Opelika.
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.
Do I need a permit to replace a roof in Opelika?
The City of Opelika Building Inspection Division approves and inspects construction in the city, including repairs to existing homes. Call them at 334-705-5420 to confirm the permit for your reroof.
Do tornadoes hit Opelika itself?
They have. NOAA records weak tornadoes inside Opelika on January 21, 2017 and July 21, 2018, and an EF1 on January 22, 2017 that damaged homes near Pepperell Parkway.