How Much Does a Roof Restoration Cost in Melbourne?
Smaller roof restorations start from $2,000, and full residential restorations are typically $3,500 or more. The final price depends on the roof's size, pitch and condition, and on how much repair work it needs before it's coated. Every roof is inspected first, and you get a written quote before any work starts.
Prices at a glance
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Smaller or partial restoration | From $2,000 |
| Full residential restoration | Typically $3,500+ |
| Tile and ridge repairs only | Quoted after inspection |
| Roof cleaning only | $500 – $1,400 |
Prices include GST. Restoration is quoted after an inspection because the scope depends on the roof's actual condition.
What's included in a roof restoration
A full restoration is a sequence of jobs done in the right order, so the coating lasts. A typical scope includes:
- A full roof inspection and condition report
- A high-pressure roof clean to remove moss and build-up
- Ridge cap rebedding and repointing where required
- Broken tile replacement, then primer/sealer coats
- Roof painting with two protective top coats
What changes the price
Two roofs of the same size can cost quite differently. The main factors are:
- Roof size, pitch and number of storeys
- Tile condition, and how many tiles and ridge caps are broken
- How much repointing and rebedding is needed
- The paint colour and number of coats
Repair or restoration?
If the damage is limited to a few areas, such as some cracked tiles or a section of failed ridge pointing, a targeted roof repair is usually the better value. If tiles, pointing and coating are failing across the whole roof, a full restoration can work out cheaper than repeated repairs.
If the roof is sound but dirty, a roof clean may be all it needs. We'll tell you which one your roof actually needs.
What a restoration does not include
Replacing flashings, valley irons, gutters or metal roof sheets is licensed roof-plumbing work. We check these during the inspection and tell you if they need attention, so you can book a licensed roof plumber.
Getting an accurate quote
Send us your address and a few photos of the roof if you have them. We inspect the roof, explain what it needs and why, and confirm the scope and price in writing. For ridge work specifically, see ridge capping, rebedding and repointing.
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Want a firm price for your roof?
Tell us about your property and we'll send a clear written quote. Every job is inspected before it's quoted.