Mineral Area College students and faculty can rest assured hail damage from 2015 storms won’t keep them from completing their classes. Hoener Architects recommended Bade Roofing when Mineral Area College reached out for service and advice.
Bade Roofing was proud to be a partof this project, providing a campus-wide roof renovation in a six-month targeted time frame.
To install a sophisticated roofing system on multiple decks and renovate roofs on 10 separate buildings during winter months with no disruption to classes.
Close coordination between Bade Roofing and Mineral Area College was crucial in limiting disruption and staying on schedule. Weekly meetings were held on site to coordinate work in areas where classes were not being held or were relocated for a particular duration.
This large-scale project was done during winter months with two crews working on the project in two separate areas in order to speed up production and limit disruption. Bade crews worked many weekends and extra hours to help the project stay within budget and on schedule with March 1, 2016 as the targeted completion date. Work included total removal of all membranes down to substrate and installation of R-20 Polyiso roof insulation, mechanically fastened to the deck with ½” gypsum cover board. G.P.’s “dens deck” was adhered in low rise polyurethane foam adhesive. Then a Firestone .060 ga EPDM membrane was adhered to the new substrate.
Mineral Area College serves thousands of students across multiple campus buildings. After severe hail events in 2015, the institution needed a comprehensive roofing solution that would protect facilities long-term while maintaining a safe and uninterrupted learning environment.
This was not a simple repair. The project required a full campus-wide renovation across 10 separate buildings totaling more than 165,000 square feet. Each structure had unique access challenges, scheduling considerations, and occupancy requirements. Winter conditions added another layer of complexity, requiring careful material handling and installation sequencing.
From the beginning, the focus was clear: complete the work safely, efficiently, and without disrupting classes.
Because classes remained in session, coordination was critical. Bade Roofing worked closely with Mineral Area College leadership and Hoener Architects to develop a phased plan that aligned roofing activity with the academic calendar.
Two crews operated simultaneously in separate areas of campus to accelerate progress while limiting disruption. Work zones were carefully scheduled around class relocations and building usage. Weekend and extended-hour shifts were utilized to keep the project on track without interfering with daily campus operations.
All existing roofing membranes were removed down to the substrate to ensure a clean foundation. The new system included R-20 Polyiso insulation mechanically fastened to the deck, a ½-inch gypsum cover board, and a Firestone .060 EPDM membrane adhered to the new substrate. This system provides long-term durability, energy performance, and weather resistance suitable for institutional facilities.
The project was completed within the six-month target window, meeting the March 1, 2016 completion goal. Most importantly, the renovation was achieved without interrupting student instruction or campus operations.
Today, Mineral Area College benefits from:
Campus-wide renovations require more than technical installation. They require planning, communication, and execution that respects the daily mission of the institution. This project reflects Bade Roofing’s ability to deliver large-scale commercial roofing solutions while keeping facilities operational.
client
Mineral Area College
location
5270 Flat River Road, Park Hills, MO 63601
type
Existing campus roof renovation
materials
R-20 Polyiso Roof Insulation • ½” Gypsum Coverboard • Firestone .060 ga EPDM membrane
size
10 separate buildings (165,400 sq. ft.)
