Flat Roof & Hot-Mopped Systems
Installation and repair of low-slope and flat roofing, including traditional hot-mopped built-up systems. Suited to South Florida's climate and common flat-roof home designs.
What this service includes
Flat and low-slope roofs are common on South Florida homes, especially on additions, carports, and the flat sections of otherwise pitched houses. Unlike a pitched shingle roof, a low-slope roof relies on a continuous membrane to shed water, because water does not run off as quickly and can pond if drainage is not right. Flat roof and hot-mopped systems are built to handle that slower drainage and the constant South Florida heat.
Hot-mopped built-up roofing layers bitumen and reinforcing sheets, bonding them with hot asphalt to form a continuous, sealed surface. Newer low-slope systems, including the Polyglass membranes we are certified to install, use self-adhering or torch-applied modified bitumen to achieve the same continuous protection with modern materials. Both approaches share the same goal: a seamless surface that resists standing water, sun, and wind-driven rain.
South Florida conditions make flat roofs demanding. Heat bakes the surface, UV breaks down exposed bitumen over time, and hurricane-season winds push rain under any edge that is not sealed. Poor drainage is the most common failure, because water that sits on a flat roof eventually finds a way through. That is why flat roof work always includes attention to slopes, drains, scuppers, and the seams where sections meet.
As a Florida Certified Roofing Contractor and a Polyglass certified contractor, CIT Repair & Remodeling installs and repairs low-slope and hot-mopped systems to manufacturer and Florida Building Code standards. The business is woman-owned and owner-operated, and the licensed contractor is involved in the work. Broward County permitting and inspection requirements apply to flat roof installation and significant repairs, and a licensed contractor handles those as part of the job.
Signs you may need this service
- Water ponding on the roof surface that does not drain off within a day or two after rain.
- Blisters, bubbles, or cracks in the membrane where moisture has gotten underneath.
- Seams or edges that are separating, lifting, or showing signs of dried-out sealant.
- Interior leaks near an addition, carport, or the flat section of the home.
- A flat roof surface that is visibly aged, with worn or bare spots after years of sun exposure.
How this work is done
This describes how flat roof & hot-mopped systems generally proceeds in the trade, so you know what to expect.
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Inspection and drainage check
The membrane, seams, edges, and drainage paths are inspected. On a flat roof, drainage is checked first, because standing water is the most common cause of failure.
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Estimate and system selection
Based on the inspection, a free estimate lays out whether a repair or a new membrane is needed and which system, hot-mopped built-up or Polyglass modified bitumen, fits the roof.
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Permitting
A licensed contractor pulls the required Broward County permit for installation or significant repair before work starts.
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Surface preparation
The existing surface is prepared or, for a full replacement, the old membrane is removed down to the deck. Damaged deck sections are replaced so the new system has a solid base.
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Membrane installation
The built-up or modified bitumen system is installed in overlapping layers, with seams and edges sealed to form a continuous, water-resistant surface. Flashing is installed at penetrations and transitions.
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Inspection and closeout
Required permit inspections are passed, drainage is confirmed, and the site is cleaned. The finished system is reviewed with the homeowner.
Why homeowners call CIT
- Florida Certified Roofing Contractor
This roofing work is performed by a Florida Certified Roofing Contractor, license verified active in 2026.
- Woman-owned & owner-operated
Owned and operated by Citlaly Torres, the licensed contractor on the project.
Frequently asked questions
Service areas
We provide flat roof & hot-mopped systems to homeowners in Fort Lauderdale, Oakland Park, and Broward County. Contact us to confirm we cover your address.
Get a free estimate for flat roof & hot-mopped systems
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