Commercial Restaurant Roof Replacement in Lawrenceville, GA

Waffle House #670, a busy retail restaurant location in Lawrenceville, GA, relied on RoofServ to deliver a fast, durable, and energy-efficient commercial roof replacement. As a trusted partner for Waffle House and other leading retail brands, RoofServ provided a superior solution designed specifically for the unique challenges of restaurant roofing in Gwinnett County.

Location: Waffle House #670, Lawrenceville, GA
Roof Type: 60mil Single Ply PVC Membrane
Roofing Material: Sika Sarnafil 60mil EnergySmart PVC
Warranty: RoofServ Low Slope Workmanship Warranty + Sikaplan Systems Plus Warranty
Project Duration: 4 days

The Challenge: End-of-Life Roof and Persistent Leaks

The existing roof system at this retail location had reached the end of its usable life. Numerous leaks, visible aging, and a badly rotted section of metal decking had started to compromise the building. We discovered widespread evidence of chemical and grease damage—an all-too-common issue for restaurant roofs with older modified bitumen (“mod bit”) membranes.

Complications Included:

• One major area of rotted metal decking requiring custom B-deck replacement
• Multiple chemical and grease burns in the old roof membrane

The Waffle House team reached out to RoofServ because of our long-standing partnership and proven track record in handling their commercial roofing needs across metro Atlanta and Lawrenceville.

Our Solution: Commercial-Grade PVC Roofing for Restaurants

For this project, we recommended and installed a Sika Sarnafil 60mil EnergySmart PVC membrane. Unlike TPO or mod bit, PVC is highly resistant to chemicals and grease—making it the superior choice for restaurants, where grease venting can destroy less robust materials. Our expert team also installed a new sand trap around the grease hood vent to keep as much grease as possible off the new roof system.

Our installation process included:

• Full tear-off and removal of the old mod bit system
• Custom-fabricated B-decking to replace the rotted metal section
• Precision installation of new PVC membrane, tied into signage coping and all rooftop penetrations
• Installation of a new gutter system, engineered for reliable drainage and to prevent water from affecting employees at the back entrance

Special Requests and Results

The client’s one request was a robust gutter system. The old gutter had been causing water to pour onto employees using the back door, creating safety and comfort issues. Our solution delivered perfect drainage—no more leaks, no more wet entryways, and a cleaner, safer work environment.

Thanks to RoofServ’s experience and streamlined process, the entire project was completed in just four days with minimal business interruption for this high-traffic Lawrenceville restaurant.

Why Choose RoofServ for Your Commercial Roof Replacement?

• Specialists in Retail and Restaurant Roofing: Solutions tailored to grease, chemicals, and drainage needs
• Sika Sarnafil Certified: Industry-leading PVC membranes and warranties
• Quick Turnaround: Projects completed on schedule to minimize operational impact
• Local Gwinnett County Expertise: Trusted by leading brands throughout Lawrenceville and the metro area