When Should I Replace Or Repair My Roof? Roof Repair

When it comes to your investment, place of business or personal home, keeping what’s very important to you safe and dry makes your roof one of the most important parts of your building. Regular maintenance of your roof is not only good for its appearance, but it can also save you money. If you delay inspecting the condition of your roof repair it will eventually wind up costing you more money and will become an even greater burden to deal with in the long run. So when is the right time to do something about your roof (new or existing)?

It depends on the current state of the building and what you want to do. If you have plans of selling your building or have begun to feel like (or see) there are major structural changes that it needs (like better wind and water resistance), it’s probably a good idea to take a look at replacing your roof. Below is a guideline that you can follow to help you handle potential issues with your roof:

New Roof after Roof Replacement

They’re not like a bottle of fine wine.
Roofs can age…ungracefully.

Your roofing and the asphalt shingle of a roof should only last between 20 and 30 years. If your roof is inching closer to towards the end of its life expectancy, then you may be facing a potential issue, even if your roof seems fine when looking at it from the ground level.

If your roof is beginning to age, you may only have a few years left before you need to consider replacing it, especially if you are considering selling your building. One of the best ways to determine if it is time to replace your roof is when you notice that the neighbours have started to change their roofs, in which case, you may also want to consider doing the same.

A sagging roof. A sad reality.

If your entire roof has begun to sag, this is a sign that your roof is in need of immediate and urgent attention. It may be that your roof could be facing major structural issues. Occupying a building with a roof that is sagging and hasn’t been checked could mean people within that building might be in danger. As an owner of a building, home, construction site or business premises you have a duty of care to check that everyone within that building is safe. It’s in everyone’s best interest that you solve this issue sooner rather than later as the damage could progress quickly. In this situation, we suggest that you call a roof expert as soon as you possibly can.

Moss or algae where it’s not welcome

If your roof has become covered in moss or algae, this is typically a superficial issue that does not affect the structural abilities of your roof.
It’s important that no matter how you decide to tackle this, that you do not attempt to solve the issue on your own by scraping away the algae from the metal or tiles. This is will begin to chip or scrape away at the tile or paint which can cause greater damage to your roof that will end up costing you a lot more to replace. Consider speaking with a roofing professional who will determine the extent of the problem and how to manage it.

Rays of sunshine coming through your roof?

Sunlight peeking through your roof is a sign that your roof is in dire need or being repaired or replaced sooner rather than later. This is a Class A Red Flag. Essentially, if sunlight can get through your roof, so can the wind, rain and in some parts of Australia, the snow.

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[…] Roof repair or replacement is very time consuming and expensive exercise. Probably this is the reason why many homeowners in Melbourne keep ignoring minor signs of damage to their roof, believing they will go away with the passage of time. However, small signs like missing shingles, tiles, rusting metal or moisture on the ceiling can become very big problems if you ignore them and wait for some time. Here are some of the common signs of damage that you must not ignore and act immediately as soon as you spot them. […]
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Struan and Blaire Herlihy

04:53 18 Sep 21

We had a poorly installed roof that had a series of leaks that had gotten to a point where it needed to be replaced. Unfortunately for us we had a limited time frame to have this completed in between moving and expecting a baby within a month.KC roofing inspected, quoted and completed work in a matter of weeks including a variation (installed a skylight), total roof replacement and making compliant just before the birth of our daughter. I especially have to thank Casey, Aaron and Reid who were so lovely to speak with and although it wasn’t all smooth sailing they were professional, respectful, kept me informed and took ownership to ensure the job was not only completed to the highest quality but also to meet our very tight timeframe.Thank you so much from the Herlihy family and our newest addition Amelia5/5 stars

Stu Anderson

03:33 16 Jul 21

professional friendly blokes, who like to do things right the first time.

Adam Spiteri

04:45 15 Jul 21

KC roof plumbing provided a very professional, client focused and solution orientated service. The installation far exceeded our expectations.I highly recommend Casey and his team.

Debra La Velle

15:10 07 Jul 21

Casey and his team were incredibly professional, friendly and an absolute pleasure to deal with. Price was very fare and affordable compared to other quotes, with the added bonus of them being able to start the job within just a couple of weeks.I was thoroughly explained the procedure upon my quotation, and just knew upon meeting Casey...that he was the man for the job!It was obvious to me that this respectful friendly young man took great pride in his business and workmanship, and had a happy client list to prove it.Our steep gable roof wasn't a dream job, though these guys worked uncomplainingly, following through with a quality job with no corners cut.Regardless of a couple of inclement weather days, job was completed efficiently within the discussed timeframe.So we now have a fantastic shiney green colorbond roof, which not only looks amazing, is warmer & quieter with the added insulation, and has added thousands of dollars in value to our period home.We would highly recommend Casey and his team at KC ROOF PLUMBING to anyone!! (Before and after photos below)

John Stringer

08:00 30 Jun 21

The guys did an amazing and professional job , were very courteous and helpful on site ,would thoroughly recommend them .

Matt James

22:14 30 Mar 21

Bradley - WilliamstownI would highly recommend K.C. Roofing. From the first telephone contact to the completion of the project everything proceeded perfectly. Always punctual and without hesitation any queries were answered promptly. Work was carried out on site with a professional team. Quiet, courteous with safety in mind and each knowing their individual role.

Nic Cri

11:39 16 Mar 21

Casey and his team were super professional, highly communicative and delivered quality workmanship. Their job was to replace old terracotta tiles on the old part of our house with new colourbond roof, as well as coordinating the installation of air conditioning units. It's nice to have a leakproof roof now! Thank you.Highly recommend KC Roof Plumbing

Les Hopper

01:47 07 Jan 21

We were extremely happy with the whole process, from coming out to provide the quote, the follow up measurement, the installation and the inspection. Everyone was pleasant and punctual. The roof looks amazing and the recommendations they made in respect of the insulation and increasing the height of our roof in one section has worked well for reducing the heat coming in from the roof. We have a relatively flat roof, so not a lot of space between roof and ceiling.I have no hesitation in recommending KC Roof Plumbing Pty Ltd

Meg Woolfit

03:26 13 Dec 20

We engaged KC Roof Plumbing to replace our dodgy old roof and also install some skylights. The guys were fantastic at all steps of the process. When Casey came to give us a quote, he was super friendly, open and informative, and clearly explained how everything would be tackled. Once the job started, Aaron kept everything running smoothly and kept in great communication with me to update me about progress and timelines. Everyone who came to work on the job was friendly and helpful. Our roofing job was a bit complex but it was finished beautifully and to high quality. Super glad we went with KC and would recommend them to anyone.

Trevor Hutchinson

01:54 07 Dec 20

KC Roof Plumbing removed my old tiles and replaced them with colourbond.They were a very professional operation and everything ran smoothly and on time. The team showed up to do the final measurements, the plumber arrived to temporarily remove the solar panels and the guys arrived the day before to install the safety rails. The roofing team arrived each day as planned and did a fantastic job. All the rubbish was removed, the gutters were cleaned, solar panels replaced and safety rails removed the following day. They even provided a truck to remove the old tiles rather than a skip to protect the paved driveway. All arranged by KC with no fuss. A great team and a very pleased customer. Thanks to you all.

Mick Szalkowski

11:04 03 Dec 20

KC were brilliant. We engaged their services for the re-roofing of a multi dwelling property and the results are amazing. They were so professional and really easy to deal with, from initial contact to final inspection. We will be using them for all of our projects going forward. Cannot recommend them highly enough.

Olivia Meloni

03:20 21 Aug 20

Highly recommend!Casey from KC Roof Plumbing was prompt, professional and personable. Everything from our initial meeting to the delivery of materials & timeline of works happened exactly as planned with no delays.The tradies who completed our new roof were also very friendly, respectful nice guys. They worked in pretty undesirable wet conditions to get the job done.Most importantly the roof looks great, it’s given our Victorian cottage a new lease on life and was achieved for a very reasonable price. We will definitely be asking for KC Roofing back when we do our extension.

MBDC Construction

09:29 05 Aug 19

We have worked with KC Roof Plumbing on a number of custom architectural builds. They have consistently provided us with a quality service and great quality of workmanship. I have recommended them to other builders and home owners on a regular basis based on their professionalism and their quality work.

Jason Holloway

07:09 06 Jun 19

I am a builder and we do custom homes all over Melbourne, and I was looking for a roof plumber who can take these types of jobs on confidently, I have used KC Roof Plumbing on several of my jobs now and will continue to do so. The whole team at KC are fantastic to work with from the beginning through to the end and the attention to detail is excellent. No job is to difficult for them to undertake. I can wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone looking for a quality roof plumber.

Mark Semmens

06:42 06 Jun 19

KC Complete a roof in Hawthorn on a highly architectural and detailed project. They were fantastic from quoting, planning and delivery of the project. We have had no leaks!

Angelika Ireland

03:29 15 Feb 19

Very professional approach, reliable and good with their communication. The reroofing work was of a high quality. Especially liked the fact that the site where they worked was left spotless on completion.

Brad Schram

06:16 04 Feb 19

KC Roof Plumbing have been our preferred Roof Pluming company and have been awarded contracts for all of our builds over the past 4 years. Their professionalism by all employees and contractors on site along with the smooth progression of their works to consistently meet our scheduled timelines is exceptional and the reason why they continue to be awarded our contracts for both Metal cladding and Roof Plumbing. From small renovations through to multi-unit developments, their attention to detail is second to none which ensures that the quality of work they produce is in line with our expectations as a high-end residential builder.

Bill McCorkell

06:40 13 Dec 18

We have been dealing with the team at KC Plumbing this year across numerous projects. They are adaptable, responsive, cohesive and most importantly share similar values to our own. We look forward to developing a lasting relationship with them to benefit not only our own companies but the clients that we deliver to.

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