Metal Roof Replacement Sydney

• Rust or corrosion spreading across the sheets, especially at overlaps and screw lines
• Recurring leaks, water stains on ceilings, or drips in the roof space after rain
• Flashings that have lifted, split or corroded around the edges and penetrations
• Loose, rattling or missing sheets and roofing screws
• Old, faded, chalky paint on a roof that's simply reached the end of its life
• Sagging roof lines or damaged battens and framing underneath
• You're patching leaks more often, or the last repair didn't hold

A metal roof that's rusting and leaking rarely gets better on its own. The longer water gets in, the more it damages ceilings, insulation and framing — so it's worth assessing early.

Not every roof needs replacing, and we'll tell you honestly which applies. If the roof is generally sound and the problem is isolated — a few leaks, a section of rust or some worn flashings — a repair is usually the sensible fix. Once the sheets are widely rusted, leaking in several places, or simply at the end of their service life, full replacement is more cost-effective than paying for repeat repairs that keep failing. An honest assessment up front saves you money either way.

Colorbond and metal roofing is lighter, faster to install, low-maintenance and available in a huge colour range, which is why it's the most popular re-roofing choice in Sydney. It puts less load on the structure, handles our climate well, and doesn't have the cracked-and-slipping-tile problems of older tiled roofs. Tiles still suit some heritage and traditional homes. We install both, so our advice isn't tied to one product — we'll recommend what genuinely suits your building and budget.

This is where we differ from a cheap re-sheet. Many roof leaks don't start in the middle of a sheet — they start at the flashings, penetrations, gutters and downpipes. Replace the sheets but leave old, corroded flashings and worn gutters in place, and the roof can still leak the next time it rains hard. We renew the flashings and replace tired gutters and downpipes as part of the re-roof, so the whole roof is watertight — not just the parts you can see from the ground. It's the same principle behind our waterproofing work.

• 1. Inspection — we get on the roof, establish its condition and what's actually causing the leaks or rust
• 2. Free quote — a clear, itemised price covering sheets, flashings, gutters and any framing work
• 3. Colour & profile — we help you choose the Colorbond profile and colour
• 4. Strip the old roof — old sheets, flashings and fixings removed and disposed of
• 5. Prep & sarking — battens checked and repaired, sarking and insulation installed as needed
• 6. Install the new roof — new sheets, flashings, gutters and downpipes fitted and sealed
• 7. Clean up & check — site left clean and the roof checked watertight on completion

The main things that affect the cost are the size and pitch of the roof, the Colorbond profile and colour you choose, roof access (single vs two-storey, steep or awkward rooflines), how much rusted framing or batten work is needed, and how much flashing, gutter, insulation and sarking is included. Commercial and strata roofs are priced on scope and staging. Rather than pricing off a photo, we always quote free after inspecting the roof so the figure is accurate to your job.

Alongside homes, we handle commercial metal roof replacement and strata re-roofing across Sydney — warehouses, factories, units and strata blocks. We can work in stages to keep buildings operating, coordinate with strata managers and owners' corporations, and provide the documentation needed for approvals and insurance. See also our insurance repairs service for storm and water-damage claims.

• Licensed builder (Lic. 455496C) — roofing handled as part of full remedial and building work
• We replace flashings and gutters, not just the sheets, so the whole roof is watertight
• Honest advice on repair vs replace — we won't sell you a re-roof you don't need
• Colorbond, Zincalume and corrugated profiles in a full colour range
• Homes, commercial and strata — plus insurance and storm-damage work
• All work backed by a workmanship warranty

We replace and re-roof metal roofs right across Sydney, including the Inner West, Eastern Suburbs, North Shore and surrounding areas. If your metal roof is rusting, leaking or simply past its best, call us on 0422 041 060 for a free quote. See also our waterproofing & water leaks and leaf guard installation services.