Expert Roofers Columbus does flat and low-slope roofing across Smiths Station and the rest of Lee County. Smiths Station is a growing Lee County community east of Phenix City. You get a free, photo-documented inspection, an honest repair-or-replace answer, and a crew that answers the phone after the job is done.
Flat roofing in Smiths Station
- 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 Smiths Station building before recommending any of the three.
Roofing in Smiths Station
Smiths Station grew quickly as a bedroom community for Opelika and Phenix City after U.S. Highway 280 was widened to four lanes in the early 1980s, and it incorporated as a city in 2001. Census estimates put the median home at 1989, and about 29 percent of homes were built in the 1990s. The Lowther House Complex is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Storms that have hit Smiths Station
On March 3, 2019 an EF4 tornado (170 mph peak winds) tracked from Beauregard to Smiths Station, killing 23 people in Lee County. NOAA notes roof and siding damage around Smiths Station and a cell tower knocked down at U.S. 280; the Red Cross estimated 225 homes destroyed and 133 with major damage. On January 21, 2017 an EF1 destroyed many buildings at the Smiths Station School Athletic Complex.
Permits for roof work in Smiths Station
The City of Smiths Station says Lee County Building Inspections administers building permits for the city (334-737-7014). Lee County keeps a Smiths Station Annex. The county's guidance is to call if you are unsure whether your project needs a permit.
Why Smiths Station 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 Smiths Station and the Chattahoochee Valley
Along with Smiths Station, we roof homes and businesses in Phenix City, Salem, Fort Mitchell, Ladonia, 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 Smiths Station.
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.
Who issues a roofing permit in Smiths Station?
The city says Lee County Building Inspections administers building permits for Smiths Station. Their number is 334-737-7014, and the county runs a Smiths Station Annex. If you are unsure whether your reroof needs a permit, the county asks you to call.
What did the 2019 tornado do to homes around Smiths Station?
The March 3, 2019 tornado was rated EF4 with peak winds of 170 mph and tracked from Beauregard to near Smiths Station. The Red Cross estimated 225 homes destroyed and 133 more with major damage, and NOAA notes roof and siding damage around Smiths Station.