BeforeAfterTerracotta Roof Brought Back to Life
Before: weathered terracotta tiles covered in lichen. After: restored to a bright, even finish.
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Roof Restoration Melbourne: Bring Your Roof Back to Life
Faded tiles, lichen or crumbling ridge capping? We repair, clean, repoint and recoat tiled roofs across Melbourne and the Macedon Ranges — for far less than a new roof, with free gutter cleaning included.
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Almost 30 Years’ Experience
In the roofing trade since 1997
Local Family Business
Owner-supervised on every job
Tiled Roof Specialists
Concrete & terracotta roofs
Free Roof Assessments
Detailed quotes, no hidden fees
Restored by our team
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What Is a Tile Roof Restoration?
A tile roof restoration brings an ageing tiled roof back to good condition without replacing it. Sun, rain and lichen wear down a tiled roof over the years.
The tile surface fades and becomes more porous, the pointing on the ridge capping cracks and falls away, and tiles crack or slip out of line. We deal with each of those problems in one visit, so the roof looks cared for again and keeps the weather out.
Before any work starts, we inspect the whole roof and explain what we found, from cracked tiles to missing mortar that is letting water into the roof cavity. Those problems are repaired along the way, so the roof is sound underneath as well as on the surface.
- Free roof assessments
- Detailed quotes, no hidden fees
- Concrete & terracotta tiles
- Whole-roof inspection
What We Do to Bring Your Tiled Roof Back, Step by Step
Every roof is different, so we tailor the work to what your roof needs. A typical job follows these steps.
Full Roof Inspection
We check the whole roof, not only the problem you have spotted, and walk you through what we found with a clear, detailed quote.
Tile Repairs & Replacement
Cracked, broken and slipped tiles are replaced or re-secured, so the roof is sound before it is cleaned and coated.
High-Pressure Clean
Lichen, moss and grime are pressure cleaned off every tile, leaving a clean surface ready for the next steps.
Rebedding & Repointing the Ridge Capping
Loose ridge and hip capping is rebedded where needed and then repointed with flexible pointing, which moves with the roof and seals out wind and water.
Membrane Coating Where Required
Where the tiles need protection, we apply a primer and membrane coating. It protects the tile surface and refreshes the look of the roof, and repainting the roof this way can even change its colour.
Free Gutter Clean & Final Check
We clean out your gutters free of charge, check every part of the job and leave your property clean and tidy.
Not sure your roof needs the full treatment? We will tell you. If a roof repair will do the job, that is what we will recommend.
Book a Free AssessmentWhy Fixing Your Tiled Roof Beats Replacing It
Many homeowners assume a worn roof has to be replaced. Replacement is usually the more expensive option, and for most tiled roofs it is not necessary.
Far Cheaper Than Replacing
Bringing your existing tiles back to life costs much less than a new roof. Leaving a worn roof too long only lets the damage, and the bill, grow.
Keeps the Weather Out
Replaced tiles, fresh pointing and a protective coating help keep your roof watertight and everything underneath it protected.
Lifts Your Street Appeal
A clean, freshly coated roof transforms the look of your whole home, whether you are getting ready to sell or simply want to love your place again.
Catches Hidden Problems
Because we inspect the entire roof, small issues are found and fixed while we are up there, before they turn into leaks.
Terracotta & Concrete Roofs, Before & After
Lichen and grime can be cleaned off terracotta and concrete tiles, and where the tiles need it, a membrane coating can give a faded roof a new colour. Drag the handle on each photo to see the difference.
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View More Roofing ProjectsSigns Your Tile Roof Is Ready to Be Restored
A tiled roof rarely fails overnight. It wears slowly, and the early signs are often visible from the ground. Please do not climb onto the roof to check the tiles yourself. Book a free assessment and let us take a look.
Faded or discoloured tiles
Worn tiles look dull and patchy, and they become more porous, so they soak up water instead of shedding it.
Lichen, moss and dirt build-up
Growth on the tiles holds moisture against the roof and stops water draining away. Left alone, it speeds up wear on the tiles.
Cracked or crumbling ridge capping
When the pointing and bedding under your ridge and hip tiles breaks down, the capping can loosen and let wind-driven rain inside.
Broken tiles or leaks inside
Cracked tiles, water stains or damp patches on the ceiling mean the roof needs a closer look, because the damage may be more widespread than it seems.
Why Melbourne Homeowners Choose Traditional Roofing
With Justin in the roofing trade since 1997, we bring the experience to get the job right, and the family values to make the whole process easy.
Family-Owned Values
You deal with us directly and get clear, honest answers to your questions. We treat your home the way we’d want ours treated.
Honest Advice
We only recommend what your roof needs. If the problem is smaller than you think, we will tell you and help you save money where we can.
Detailed Quotes, No Hidden Fees
Free, detailed quotes that make the pricing clear from the start, with no surprise add-ons at the end of the job.
Owner-Supervised Work
The owner is involved and every job is supervised on site, so every step is done properly without being rushed.
Tiled Roof Specialists
We work with concrete and terracotta tiled roofs every day, so we know how to approach each tile type and roof style.
Quality & Safety Guaranteed
We’re fully qualified and insured, use quality materials and proven techniques, and stand behind the quality of our work.
Our Recent Roof Work Across Melbourne
A few of the tiled roofs we’ve recently cleaned, repaired and restored for homeowners across Melbourne. Click a photo to see it full size.
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Trusted for Roof Restorations Across Melbourne
Tile Roof Restoration Questions
Straight answers about restoring a tiled roof, what is included and how to book an assessment with our family team.
Still have a question?
Book a free roof assessment online, or give us a call and we’ll be happy to help.
It typically includes repairing or replacing broken tiles, a high-pressure clean, rebedding and repointing the ridge capping where needed and, where the tiles need it, a primer and membrane coating. With Traditional Roofing, a gutter clean is included free of charge.
Common signs are faded or porous tiles, lichen and moss, cracked or crumbling pointing on the ridge capping, broken tiles and water stains inside. The easiest way to be sure is to book a free roof assessment, because we inspect the whole roof and explain what it needs.
Restoring a tiled roof costs much less than replacing it, and in most cases a clean, some repairs and, where needed, a fresh coating is all the roof needs. We only suggest bigger work if your roof requires it.
Yes. We restore terracotta and concrete tiled roofs. You can see a terracotta roof we cleaned back to a bright, even finish in our before and after photos.
The cost depends on the size and pitch of your roof, its condition and the work needed. We start with a free roof assessment, then send a clear, detailed quote that includes everything, with no hidden fees or extras added at the end.
Yes. Where a membrane coating is part of the restoration, repainting can give your roof a completely new colour, like the red roof recoated in charcoal in our before and after photos. We talk you through the options at your assessment.
We only work on concrete and terracotta tiled roofs, and every restoration includes a free gutter clean.
We restore roofs in Sunbury, across Greater Melbourne and in the Macedon Ranges. If you are not sure whether we cover your suburb, book a free roof assessment or give us a call.
Roof Restoration Melbourne
Ready to Give Your Roof a New Lease on Life?
Book a free roof assessment and we’ll inspect your whole roof, explain what it needs and give you a clear, detailed quote — with free gutter cleaning included in every restoration.