Roof Restoration in Perth, Done Properly
A good restoration fixes the roof first and paints it last. We replace broken tiles, rebed and repoint the ridges, sort out the valleys, then clean and coat. You get photos before, during and after, so you can see work you’d otherwise never see.
Repairs Before Paint
Photos at Every Stage
Written Scope
No Pressure Sales
What Is a Roof Restoration?
A roof restoration brings an ageing but sound roof back to good condition. On a tile roof that means replacing broken tiles, rebedding and repointing ridge and hip capping, fixing valleys and flashings, high-pressure cleaning, then sealing and applying a protective coating. On a metal roof it means replacing screws, treating rust, fixing flashings, cleaning and repainting.
The word gets misused. Some companies sell a “restoration” that is mostly a pressure clean and two coats of paint. Paint makes a roof look new from the street, but it doesn’t fix cracked tiles, loose ridges or rusted valleys, and those are what leak.
Call → get a written restoration scope
Are Roof Restorations Worth It?
A restoration is worth it when the tiles themselves are sound and the problems are ageing mortar, some broken tiles, worn coating and tired valleys. It typically costs a fraction of a re-roof. It isn’t worth it when tiles are porous and crumbling, the framing sags, or the roof has already been restored and failed.
Consider re-roofing if:
Restore if:
What Does a Roof Restoration Include?
A proper Perth tile roof restoration includes an inspection with photos, replacing cracked and broken tiles, rebedding loose ridge and hip caps, repointing with flexible pointing compound, repairing or replacing valleys and flashings, a high-pressure clean, and (on concrete tiles) a primer or sealer plus two topcoats. Get every item listed in writing.
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Step |
What happens |
Why it matters |
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1. Inspection |
Every issue photographed and listed |
You see what you’re paying for |
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2. Broken tiles |
Cracked, chipped and slipped tiles replaced |
Cracks are where water gets in |
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3. High-pressure clean |
Lichen, moss, dirt and loose coating removed |
Coatings only stick to a clean surface |
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4. Rebedding |
Loose ridge and hip caps lifted, old mortar removed, re-laid on fresh bedding |
Fixes caps that move or leak |
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5. Repointing |
Flexible pointing compound applied over the bedding |
Flexes with heat instead of cracking |
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6. Valleys and flashings |
Rusted valleys replaced, flashings resealed or replaced |
The most common leak points |
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7. Sealer or primer |
Binds the surface of concrete tiles |
Helps the coating bond |
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8. Two topcoats |
Membrane or roof paint in your chosen colour |
UV protection and looks |
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9. Clean-up and photos |
Gutters cleared, debris removed, after photos |
Proof of the finished job |
Should the old ridge mortar be removed before rebedding?
Yes, where caps are loose. A common shortcut is putting new pointing over old, cracked mortar. It looks fine on handover and fails within a year or two because the bedding underneath is still loose. Ask your roofer whether they’ll lift the caps and rebed, or only repoint, and why. See ridge capping and repointing.
Does roof restoration include gutters?
Usually not. Most restoration quotes include cleaning the gutters out, but not replacing them. If your gutters are rusted or sagging, it makes sense to replace them at the same time while the access is set up. Ask for it as a separate line on the quote. See gutters and downpipes.
Signs Your Roof Is Ready for a Restoration
Crumbling ridge mortar, cracked or slipped tiles, rusted valleys and loose fixings are exactly what a proper restoration fixes before any paint goes on.
Ceiling stain → trace the leak to its source
Crumbling ridge mortar → rebed and repoint
Rusted valley iron → replace the valley
Cracked or slipped tile → replace and match
Lifted sheet, loose screws → refix and reseal
Rusted box gutter → clear, reseal or replace
How Much Does a Roof Restoration Cost in Perth?
A tile roof restoration in Perth typically costs about $4,500 to $12,000, according to independent Perth cost guides and hipages figures (November 2026). Terracotta restorations run higher, and metal roofs usually cost less. Perth homeowners report paying around $7,000 for a full concrete tile restoration. The price depends on roof size, pitch, height, tile condition and how much rebedding is needed.
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Restoration job |
Estimated Perth cost |
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Concrete tile roof restoration |
$4,500–$12,000 |
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Terracotta tile roof restoration |
$7,500–$18,500 |
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Metal roof restoration or respray |
$3,150–$9,500 |
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High-pressure roof clean only |
$650–$1,800 |
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Ridge rebed and repoint only |
$1,500–$4,500 |
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Solar panels removed and refitted (by your solar installer) |
$1,000–$4,000 |
What pushes the price up:
What to compare between quotes: the number of tiles included, whether caps are rebedded or just repointed, whether valleys are included, the coating brand and number of coats, and what the warranty covers. Two quotes $3,000 apart are rarely quoting the same job.
Estimated Perth costs, November 2026, from independent Perth cost guides. Indicative only, not a quote: your price depends on your roof. WA Consumer Protection advises getting more than one written quote, and prices must include GST.
What Are the Disadvantages of Roof Coatings?
Coatings protect and smarten a roof, but they don’t fix structural problems, they need recoating eventually, and a bad job can cause leaks. Coating that bridges the overlaps between tiles can block the channels water drains through, and poor preparation leads to peeling. Glazed terracotta tiles generally shouldn’t be painted at all.
01. Doesn’t fix cracks or loose caps
Paint sits on top. Cracked tiles, loose ridge caps and rusted valleys need repairing first, or they keep leaking under a fresh coat.
02. Can block water courses
If coating is sprayed too thick between tile overlaps, it blocks the channels water drains through. Perth homeowners do post about leaks that started after a restoration for this reason.
03. Peels if prep is poor
Lichen, grime and old flaking coating must come off first. Paint over a dirty or loose surface lifts within a few years.
04. Needs a recoat
No coating lasts forever. Plan for a recoat in the long run, especially on exposed coastal and full-sun roofs.
05. Not for glazed terracotta
Glazed tiles are usually cleaned, rebedded and repointed, not painted. See roof painting for what can and can’t be coated.
How Long Does a Roof Restoration Last?
A properly done restoration usually lasts 10 to 15 years before the coating needs attention, and rebedding with flexible pointing should outlast that. How long yours lasts depends on preparation, the coating system, exposure (coastal salt, full sun) and maintenance. Coating manufacturers commonly offer product warranties in the 7 to 15 year range.
Two things make a coating fail early: poor preparation (painting over grime, lichen or loose old paint, which then peels) and painting tiles that are already too porous or damaged. If someone offers an unusually long warranty, ask whether it’s a product warranty from the coating maker, a workmanship warranty from the roofer, or both, and what voids it.
How Long Does a Roof Restoration Take?
Most Perth tile roof restorations take three to five working days on site, plus drying time between stages. Cleaning, repairs, rebedding and pointing take the first days, and coatings need dry weather and curing time between coats. Rain or extreme heat adds days, which is why spring and early autumn are the easiest times to book.
What Is the Best Time of Year to Restore a Roof in Perth?
Spring (September to November) and early autumn (March to April) are best. The roof is dry, the weather is mild, and coatings cure well. Winter fronts bring rain that stops work and spoils fresh coatings, and summer days over 35°C make roofs too hot for coatings and dangerous to work on in the middle of the day.
Book early if you want it done before winter. From May, Perth roofers are flooded with leak repairs, and planned jobs get pushed back.
Which Colour Should I Choose for My Roof in Perth?
Lighter colours keep a Perth home noticeably cooler in summer, because they reflect more of the sun’s heat instead of absorbing it into the roof space. Dark roofs, like black and charcoal, absorb far more heat. With about 26 days a year above 35°C, many Perth homeowners now choose light greys, off-whites and sandy tones.
Check your estate covenant or council rules before choosing. Some Perth councils and estates restrict very dark roof colours because of the heat they add to the street. See roof painting.
How Do I Choose a Trustworthy Roof Restoration Company in Perth?
Choose one that lists every repair in writing, rebeds rather than only re-points loose caps, names the coating system and number of coats, shows photos before and after each stage, explains the warranty plainly, and doesn’t pressure you to sign today. Check their licence and insurance. Watch for these red flags:
01. Door-knock discounts
A knock on the door after a storm and a discount if you sign today. WA Consumer Protection regularly warns about travelling roof conmen targeting Perth homes, and advises saying no at the door and never paying by bank transfer or cheque. If you’ve already signed with a door-to-door salesperson, the Australian Consumer Law gives you a 10 business day cooling-off period.
02. One-line quotes
A quote with a single line: “Restore roof – $X.” You can’t compare it, and you can’t hold anyone to it.
03. Nothing about rebedding or valleys
No mention of rebedding, valleys or how many broken tiles are included. That’s where the real work, and the real cost, sits.
04. Big deposit up front
A big deposit before any work starts.
05. Warranty with no written terms
A warranty you can’t read isn’t a warranty. Ask who gives it, what it covers and what voids it.
Our Roof Restoration Process
1. Inspection and photos
We go on the roof and in the roof space, then send you photos and a written scope.
2. Repairs first
Broken tiles replaced, valleys and flashings fixed.
3. Clean
High-pressure clean, with care around old or fragile tiles and gutters protected.
4. Rebed and repoint
Loose caps lifted and rebedded, then flexible pointing.
5. Seal and coat
Primer or sealer and two topcoats in dry weather.
6. Handover
Gutters cleared, site tidied, after photos and warranty in writing.
How we work: Fix My Roof Perth connects your booking with a licensed, insured local roofer who carries out the work. Restoration is one of the few jobs you can’t easily check afterwards, so you get photos of every stage: broken tiles and old bedding, the cleaned roof, each coat and the finished job, plus a written scope before work starts.
Roof Restoration FAQs
Straight answers to the restoration questions Perth homeowners ask most. If yours isn’t here, call and ask.
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Related: Ridge capping and repointing · Roof painting · Re-roofing · Roof cleaning
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