2026 Pricing Guide

Commercial Roofing Cost in Savannah, GA

Commercial roofing in Savannah, GA typically costs $5.50 to $11.00 per square foot installed, depending on the roofing system. TPO single-ply runs $5.50–$8.50 per sq ft, PVC $7.00–$11.00, EPDM $5.50–$9.00, standing-seam metal $11.00–$18.00, and acrylic restoration coatings $2.50–$4.50 per sq ft. A typical 20,000 sq ft warehouse TPO replacement in Savannah runs $110,000–$170,000 fully installed.

Final pricing on any Savannah commercial roof depends on six things: system selection, roof size, existing roof condition, edge and penetration detail count, building access, and the manufacturer warranty term. The honest way to get an accurate number is a rooftop inspection — anything else is a guess.

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Quick cost summary — Savannah commercial roofing

TPO 60-mil: $5.50 – $8.50 per sq ft installed
PVC 60-mil: $7.00 – $11.00 per sq ft installed
EPDM 60-mil fully adhered: $5.50 – $9.00 per sq ft installed
Standing-seam metal: $11.00 – $18.00 per sq ft installed
Acrylic restoration coating: $2.50 – $4.50 per sq ft installed
Commercial roof repair: $450 – $4,500 typical service call range
Commercial roof inspection: free with most projects, $500 – $1,200 standalone

What it costs by building size

Typical Savannah Commercial Roof Replacement Costs

These are installed turnkey ranges for a Savannah commercial reroof — tear-off included, standard insulation upgrade included, edge metal and basic flashings included. Excludes drainage redesign, structural deck repair, and any HVAC craning fees if rooftop units need to come off and go back on.

Building Size	TPO Replacement	PVC Replacement	Metal Replacement	Coating Restoration
5,000 sq ft retail	$32,500 – $48,000	$40,000 – $58,000	$60,000 – $95,000	$13,000 – $22,000
10,000 sq ft small warehouse	$58,000 – $87,000	$72,000 – $108,000	$110,000 – $175,000	$26,000 – $42,000
20,000 sq ft warehouse	$110,000 – $170,000	$140,000 – $215,000	$215,000 – $345,000	$50,000 – $85,000
50,000 sq ft distribution	$265,000 – $410,000	$340,000 – $530,000	$525,000 – $850,000	$120,000 – $215,000
100,000 sq ft industrial	$525,000 – $820,000	$680,000 – $1.05M	$1.05M – $1.75M	$240,000 – $430,000

What drives cost up or down

Six Things That Move the Number

Two buildings the same square footage can quote $40,000 apart. Here's what's actually moving the number on a Savannah commercial roof.

✓ Roof condition underneath. If the deck and insulation are dry and sound, you can coat or recover. If insulation is wet (we find this on roughly 1 in 3 Savannah commercial inspections), it has to come off — adding $1.50–$3.00 per sq ft.
✓ Number of penetrations and curbs. Every HVAC curb, drain, vent stack, skylight, and pipe is hand-flashed labor. A clean warehouse field is cheap. A restaurant roof with 12 grease ducts, 6 RTUs, and 3 drains is expensive — same square footage, very different number.
✓ Edge and parapet linear footage. Parapets need flashing and coping. Edge metal needs cleats. Long perimeters drive labor up regardless of field size. A 20,000 sq ft square building beats a 20,000 sq ft long-and-narrow shape every time.
✓ Access and staging. Can the dumpster sit next to the building? Can material trucks get to the loading dock? Are there safety harness tie-offs on the existing deck? Difficult access in downtown Savannah can add $0.50–$1.50 per sq ft.
✓ Warranty term and coverage. A 15-year manufacturer warranty is cheaper than a 20-year. A 30-year FM Global wind-uplift warranty has stricter spec and costs more. We tell you what the warranty actually covers — most owners overpay for terms they don't need.
✓ HVAC craning if units need to come off. When the membrane goes UNDER the curb and the unit is too old to safely lift, we use a rigger crane. $1,500–$8,000+ depending on unit size and crane reach. Coordinated as a separate line item on the proposal.

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Repair vs replacement vs restoration

When to Repair, Coat, or Replace a Savannah Commercial Roof

The honest answer most contractors avoid: roughly 30% of Savannah commercial roofs that get quoted full replacement could be saved with a coating restoration instead. The catch is that restoration only works if the deck and insulation are sound and the roof drains positively — and verifying that takes an IR moisture survey on the front end.

Here's the decision tree we actually use at inspection:

Repair ($450–$4,500)

Single localized leak, no widespread membrane damage, no ponding, no failed seams beyond the immediate area. The right call when an HVAC contractor punctured a sheet, a drain clogged and overflowed, or a single seam tape failed. We diagnose, repair, and document — done in hours, not weeks.

Restoration coating ($2.50–$4.50 / sq ft)

Existing membrane is intact but oxidized, chalking, or at end-of-warranty. Deck and insulation are dry per moisture survey. Roof drains positively (no ponding zones — acrylic is not warranted under standing water). Adds 10–15 years at roughly 30–50% of replacement cost. Most economical option that actually solves the problem.

Full replacement ($5.50–$18.00 / sq ft)

Insulation is wet, membrane is shot, multiple seam failures, or the roof has been patched too many times to hold a warranty. Or the existing insulation R-value is below current code and the owner wants to upgrade. New manufacturer warranty (20-30 years), clean baseline, highest cost-per-year value over the long term.

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Financing & timing

How Savannah Owners Pay for Commercial Roofing

Three common paths in our customer base. First: cap-ex out of operating budget — most common for owner-occupied buildings under 50,000 sq ft. Second: insurance claim payment — common after named storms (we handle the claim documentation and dispute work as part of the project). Third: commercial roofing finance through our preferred lender, 5-15 year terms tied to the equipment-life of the new roof.

Timing-wise, our calendar in Savannah runs tighter in October–March when storm season is over and humidity is lower. June–September is doable but we plan around afternoon thunderstorms. Hurricane-season tear-offs get day-by-day go/no-go weather calls and contingency tarping built into the schedule.

Common Questions

How much does it cost to replace a 20,000 square foot commercial roof in Savannah?

A 20,000 square foot commercial roof replacement in Savannah typically runs $110,000–$170,000 for TPO, $140,000–$215,000 for PVC, $215,000–$345,000 for standing-seam metal, or $50,000–$85,000 for an acrylic coating restoration if the existing roof is sound enough to coat. Final pricing depends on the existing roof's condition, penetration count, edge complexity, and warranty term.

Is a roof coating cheaper than replacement in Savannah?

Yes — typically 30-50% of full reroof cost. An acrylic coating restoration runs $2.50–$4.50 per square foot installed, versus $5.50–$8.50 for TPO replacement. The catch: coatings only work if the existing deck and insulation are sound and the roof drains positively. We verify both with an IR moisture survey and adhesion test before recommending a coating.

What is the cheapest commercial roof system?

An acrylic coating restoration is the cheapest option at $2.50–$4.50 per square foot — but it only works over an intact existing roof. For new installations, TPO single-ply is the lowest installed cost at $5.50–$8.50 per square foot in Savannah, with EPDM close behind at $5.50–$9.00. Standing-seam metal is the most expensive new install at $11.00–$18.00 per square foot.

Does insurance pay for commercial roof replacement in Savannah?

Sometimes — depends on the cause of damage. Named-storm wind damage and hail damage are typically covered. Wear-and-tear, ponding water, and age-related failure are not. We handle the claim documentation, including ladder access, drone photos, IR moisture survey, and the line-item replacement scope your adjuster needs.

How much does commercial roof repair cost in Savannah?

Commercial roof repair in Savannah typically costs $450–$4,500 depending on damage type and size. Localized seam repairs and pipe boot replacements are at the low end; multi-leak diagnostic and infrared moisture survey + repair packages are at the high end. We never charge for a roof inspection if you're considering us for the work.

How much does commercial roof inspection cost in Savannah?

Free with most projects — we don't charge for a rooftop inspection if you're considering us for the work. Standalone documented inspections for due-diligence, real-estate transactions, or insurance claim support typically run $500–$1,200 depending on building size and report depth required.

What's the cheapest way to fix a leaking commercial roof in Savannah?

If the leak is localized and the rest of the roof is sound: a targeted seam repair or boot replacement ($450–$1,800 typical). If multiple leaks are showing up across the field: an IR moisture survey first ($800–$1,500) to find the wet zones, then a decision between full repair, coating restoration, or replacement based on what the survey shows.

How long does a Savannah commercial roof last?

TPO and PVC: 20-25 years installed correctly. EPDM: 20-30 years with proper maintenance. Standing-seam metal: 40-50 years. Coatings extend an existing roof another 10-15 years per cycle. Real-world Coastal Georgia life is roughly 10-15% shorter than national average because of UV, humidity, and storm exposure — which is why maintenance matters more here.

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