Metal Roofs
Metal Roof restoration ( also known as roof painting, roof re-spray) is a great way of restoring your sheet metal roof to an ‘as-new’ condition.
You may save money and bring it back up to a better condition without having to replace the roof completely.
Minor repairs can be handled prior to the roof membrane being applied.
Adelaide’s climate is tough on metal roofs. They need careful maintenance to guarantee their effectiveness and attractiveness.
Metal roofs become progressively worse in appearance as they get older (don’t we all !! )
More importantly, its ability to protect your home from water damage is undermined with age.
A good metal roof helps keep your home waterproof. It adds to the look and the desirability of your home. A metal roof restoration may help you save money by avoiding the expense of a replacing a metal roof prematurely.
Tiled Roofs
Tiled Roof Restoration (Also known as Roof Restoration, Roof Painting, Roof Re-spray, Tiled Roof Re-spray, Tiled roof painting)
Adelaide’s harsh weather means that tile roofs need a little of care from time to time. Tiled Roof Restoration is a great way of “turning back time” to improve the appearance and performance of your tile roofs without the need to replace the entire roof.
As your roof gets older- the effects of old age – affect the look and value of your home. An older roof’s ability to resist water penetration lessens over time.
Roof Restoration will keep up the appearance, ensure the roof is water tight again and help protect your most valuable asset – and saving you money.
Tiled Roof Cost CalculatorA typical tiled roof restoration is 1%-2% of the total property value. For a typical Adelaide home the range is $2,700 to $ 7500.
The actual investment in a tiled roof restoration will vary accordingly. Before you decide on when we start roof restoration work we will provide you with a quote for the work based upon our visual inspection
An attractive and weather proof roof keeps you dry and adds value to your investment.
Frequently asked questions
Tiled Roof needs attention
Tell tale signs that a tiled roof restoration should be considered include:
- ceilings that are water marked
- moss, fungus growth
- chipped and/or cracked roof tiles
- signs of pests nesting in your roof space such as bees, birds, mice, possums, rats, wasps
- rotting woodwork at or near roof/gutter line
- rusting roof, gutters and downipes
- faded roof tile color
- holes and/or gaps in the roof
- loose, missing or damaged ridge caps
Tiled Roof - Whats involved
- Replace Roof Tiles
Broken tiles are removed and replaced - Roof Tiles are professionally cleaned
The roof is cleaned with an industrial grade roof pressure cleaner designed for roof cleaning. This cleans the roof of moss, dirt and other waste so the primers and membranes have a clean surface to bond with. - Roof Ridge capping repairs
Ridge caps are removed and all the old mortar is scrapped from them. Broken roof ridge caps are replaced. Then the ridge caps are cemented to the roof tiles. - Ridge capping “pointing”
The caps are then “pointed”. This means a flexible acrylic compound is used on the cement of the roof ridge caps. The compound seals the ridge cap and ensures it is bonded. This compound is flexible and will not crack with normal minor movements of the roof frame. - Moss / Anti-fungal Roof Barrier
A roof specific anti-fungal solution is applied to the roof tiles to prevent the re-growth of fungus and lichen. - Roofing Membrane Application
Dulux-Roof-Colors A primer coating is applied to the roof. Followed by an additional two (2) coats of the roof membrane. We prefer the Acryloc and the Dulux range of roof membranes. This membrane is available in a range of colors to meet your preference. Heat reflective paints/membranes are available.
Metal Roof - Cost to renovate
How much will cost to restore a typical Adelaide metal roof?
A typical roof restoration investment is 1-2% of the total property value. For a typical Adelaide residential home the range is $2,700 to $8,500. An attractive and weather-proof roof restoration ensures the value of the property.
A quote will be always be provided for your approval. A quote will answer your questions about the scope of work and the cost of restoring a metal roof.
Sometimes but not often, Roof Restoration can be complex, dangerous and difficult depending on the roof. Other factors that are considered in the scope of works are the steepness, height, design and structure of the roof.
Metal Roof - Tell tale problem signs
When your metal roof needs refurbishment?
Tell tale signs that a roof restoration should be considered include:
- ceilings that are water marked
- loose, missing or damaged metal roof sheets and flashing
- rusting roof, gutters and downpipes
- moss, fungus growth
- signs of pests nesting in your roof space such as bees, birds, mice, possums, rats, wasps
- rotting woodwork at or near roof/gutter line
- holes and/or gaps in the roof
Metal Roof - Renovation process
We follows a 4-step process Roof Restoration Process to restore your roof to its former glory.
- Metal Roof Check
The metal roof is checked for leaks. Loose roof sheets and flashings are secured. Nails and tek screws are replaced with new Tek screws where needed. If roof sheets are in poor condition they are replaced with new roof sheets. - Pressure Cleaning
The roof is pressured cleaned with an industrial grade roof pressure cleaner. This removes scale, dirt and loose rust to clean the roof surface thoroughly. This means that roof coatings, membranes and paints will bond properly with the existing metal roof sheeting - Rust Treatment
Where rust is found a treatment is applied to ensure the metal roof is water tight. It will also create a strong surface for the primers and membranes to bond with. - Roofing Membrane Application
A primer coating is applied to the metal roof. Followed by an additional two (2) coats of the metal roof membrane. This membrane is available in a range of colours to meet your needs and preference. We use Acryloc and Dulux range of roof membranes, coatings and paints. Heat reflective paints/membranes are also available.
