Second-hand roof tiles at Royce Roofing’s yard are around $4 per tile plus GST as a guide. The exact price depends on the profile, the material and how many you need, and stock changes daily, so call or send a photo and we will confirm price and availability before you drive over. For most repairs you only need a handful, which makes reclaimed tiles one of the cheapest parts of fixing a roof.
The short answer
- Around $4 per tile plus GST at our yard as a guide
- Price depends on profile, material, condition and quantity
- Reclaimed tiles often blend in better on an older roof than new ones
- Many discontinued profiles are only available second-hand
- Call or send a photo first: stock changes daily
What second-hand roof tiles cost
As a guide, reclaimed tiles from our Mulgrave and Doveton yards are around $4 each plus GST. Most repairs need only a few tiles plus spares, so the tiles are rarely the big cost of a repair. Getting someone safely onto the roof to fit them is. Market figures put a tile replacement repair in Melbourne at about $315 to $1,050 a job including labour.
Prices are a guide and vary with the profile and how many you need. Stock moves every day, so call 1300 992 911 or send us a photo of the front and back of your tile and we will confirm price and availability.
Sources: What’s The Damage: Roofing costs in Melbourne (October 2026).
What affects the price
Profile
Common profiles are plentiful. Rare and discontinued profiles take more sourcing.
Material
Terracotta and concrete are both stocked; availability differs by profile and colour.
Quantity
A few tiles for a repair, or pallets for an extension. Ask us about larger quantities.
Condition
We check reclaimed tiles for cracks and chips. Sound tiles perform like new ones.
Why buy second-hand?
- Better colour match: a weathered reclaimed tile blends into an older roof far better than a fresh new one
- Discontinued profiles: many older Melbourne tiles are no longer made, and reclaimed is the only way to match them
- Lower cost: at around $4 plus GST a tile, spares are cheap insurance against the next broken tile
- Less waste: reusing sound tiles keeps them out of landfill
Looking for a tile?
Send us a photo of the front and back and we will check stock and price.
How many do you need?
Count the broken tiles and add a few spares. Lifting tiles to slide a new one in can crack those around it, especially on older roofs, and spares in the shed make the next repair quick. For an extension or a large repair, tell us the roof area and profile and we will help work out the quantity.
Finding the right match
- Check the backMost tiles carry the maker’s name. Note whether it is terracotta or concrete.
- Photograph itFront and back in daylight, plus a wider photo of the roof.
- Send it or bring itUse the contact form and tick “Help finding a tile”, or bring a sample to 5-6 Rosemary Court, Mulgrave.
- We match it from stockWe compare profile, lugs and colour, and show you the closest options.
More detail in our guide to finding replacement roof tiles and on our tile matching service page.
Supply only, or supply and fit
You can buy tiles outright, or our crews can fit them as part of a roof repair. Replacing tiles like for like generally does not need a building permit in Victoria, but it does mean working on the roof, so for most homeowners it is a job for a roofer with safety rail.
Sources: BPC: When is a building permit required? (BP-01).
WorkSafe Victoria’s compliance code for housing construction puts edge protection such as guard railing ahead of harnesses and ladders when controlling the risk of falls from a roof. Our crews set up our own temporary safety rail, ladder guards and, where there are old skylights, safety nets before anyone works on the roof. Every crew member holds a working at heights qualification.
Common questions
How much are second-hand roof tiles?
At Royce Roofing’s yard, second-hand roof tiles are around $4 per tile plus GST as a guide. Price depends on the profile, material and quantity, so call to confirm.
Are second-hand roof tiles as good as new?
Sound reclaimed tiles perform like new ones. They should be checked for cracks and chips, which we do before they leave the yard.
Where can I buy second-hand roof tiles in Melbourne?
Royce Roofing stocks reclaimed terracotta and concrete tiles at our yards in Mulgrave and Doveton, with over 200 tile types across both.
Can you match discontinued roof tiles?
Often, yes. Many older profiles are only available reclaimed, and our yards hold a wide range of them.
How many spare roof tiles should I buy?
The number you need plus a few spares, because neighbouring tiles can crack when lifted.
Do you deliver second-hand roof tiles?
Yes. We can deliver, or you can collect from our Mulgrave or Doveton yard. Call us with the quantity and your suburb.
Related
Sources: What’s The Damage: Roofing costs in Melbourne (October 2026); BPC: When is a building permit required? (BP-01).
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