Royce Roofing repairs terracotta and concrete tiled roofs across Melbourne, from a single cracked tile to ridge capping, valleys, flashings, storm damage and leaks. Every job starts with a free inspection and a fixed written quote, and we stock our own replacement tiles across two yards so we are not waiting on a supplier.
At a glance
- Tile replacement, rebedding and repointing, valleys, flashings, leaks and storm damage
- Replacement tiles from our own Mulgrave and Doveton yards, including discontinued profiles
- Fully insured, with crews qualified for working at heights
- Entire Melbourne region serviced
- Free inspection and a fixed-price quote
Tiled roof repairs we carry out
Cracked and broken tiles
Storms, branches, foot traffic and age crack tiles. We replace them with matched stock. See tile matching.
Slipped tiles
Tiles knocked out of line let water in. We reset and fix them so they cannot slip again.
Rebedding and repointing
Failed ridge mortar removed, caps rebedded and finished with flexible pointing. Rebed and repoint.
Valley iron replacement
Rusted valleys replaced with new Zincalume. Roof valley repairs.
Leak detection and repair
We trace the leak to its source and fix the cause. Roof leak repairs.
Flashings
Lifted or corroded flashings at walls, chimneys and vents resealed or replaced.
Storm and hail damage
Broken tiles and dislodged ridge capping repaired, and the rest of the roof checked for damage you cannot see from the ground.
Terracotta repairs
Specialist work on clay roofs, including older profiles. Terracotta roof repairs.
Sealing
Where a sealant is genuinely the right fix. Silicone roof repairs.
Signs your roof needs repairs
Some problems you can spot from the ground or inside the house. Others take a trained eye on the roof.
From inside
Water stains or bubbling paint on ceilings, a musty smell in upstairs rooms, damp insulation, or daylight visible in the roof space.
From the ground
Cracked or missing tiles, ridge caps out of line, rust along valleys, or chunks of mortar and tile grit in the gutters.
After a storm
Tiles lying in the yard or gutters, broken tiles under trees, or new leaks after wind-driven rain.
Our crew member Ryan, with 20 years in the trade, puts it simply: water finds a way. Once it gets through failed bedding it reaches the ceiling, the insulation and even electrical components in the roof space, and the longer it is left the more the repair costs. Read his full job walkthrough in roof repair in East Melbourne.
Need a roof repair?
Free inspection and a fixed-price quote, Melbourne-wide.
How a repair job works
- Free inspectionWe check the whole roof, not just the problem you called about, and look in the roof space where needed.
- Fixed written quoteYou get a price for the repair before any work starts, and we tell you honestly if a restoration would be better value.
- Safety set-upOur crew sets up our own safety rail and ladder guards before anyone works on the roof.
- RepairOur own crews do the work with tiles and materials from our own yards.
- Clean up and reportWe take the mess with us and tell you if anything else is close to needing attention.
What affects the cost of a roof repair
We price every repair after inspecting it, because two jobs that sound the same can be very different on the roof.
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Type of repair | Replacing a few tiles is quicker than rebedding a full set of ridges or replacing a valley. |
| Extent | A single cracked tile versus damage across several roof planes. |
| Height and pitch | Double-storey and steep roofs need more safety set-up and slower, more careful work. |
| Tile availability | Current profiles are easy to supply. Discontinued profiles may need reclaimed stock from our yards. |
| Hidden damage | Water damage to battens or sarking found once tiles are lifted. |
| Access | Side access, steep blocks and where the crew can set up. |
More on pricing in what influences roof repair costs.
Repair or restore?
If your roof has several problems at once, such as cracked tiles, failed pointing, rusted valleys and a faded surface, a full roof restoration is often better value than a series of separate repairs. If the tiles and frame themselves have failed, roof replacement may be the honest answer.
We will price the repair and tell you honestly whether a restoration makes more sense. You choose.
Storm damage and insurance
Moneysmart notes that most home insurance covers storm damage, including wind, hail and rainwater, but policies differ, so check your product disclosure statement. Insurers commonly decline claims where damage is put down to wear and tear or lack of maintenance; Financial Counselling Australia reports that over half of denied home claims relied on those exclusions, and nearly half of those were later overturned.
- Photograph the damage inside and out as soon as it is safe
- Keep receipts for any emergency work
- Contact your insurer early and ask what they need from a roofer
- Keep up routine maintenance, because it helps show damage came from the storm rather than wear
Sources: Moneysmart: Storm, flood and fire insurance; Financial Counselling Australia: Wear-and-tear exclusions.
Repairs done to the standard
Repairs should leave the roof as well fixed as a new one. AS 2050 covers how roof tiles, bedding and flexible pointing are installed, and the National Construction Code requires every ridge, hip, barge and valley tile to be fixed. When we rebed ridges, we finish with a flexible pointing compound designed to flex with normal roof movement without cracking. Done properly with the right materials, a rebed and repoint should last 15 to 20 years.
Sources: HIA: AS 2050 Installation of roof tiles; NCC 2022 Housing Provisions Part 7.3: Roof tiles; Monier: Flexible pointing technical data sheet.
Typical problems by roof age
Every roof is different, but these are the problems that typically show up as a tiled roof ages.
| Roof age | What typically shows up |
|---|---|
| Under 10 years | Tiles cracked by foot traffic from antenna, solar or air-conditioning installers; blocked gutters and valleys |
| 10 to 25 years | Early cracking in ridge pointing, moss and lichen on shaded planes, the odd slipped tile after storms |
| 25 to 40 years | Ridge bedding breaking down and needing a rebed and repoint, surface rust on original valleys, faded concrete tiles |
| 40 years and older | Rusted-through valleys, brittle or porous tiles, worn sarking; time to weigh a restoration or replacement |
If your roof is 30 years or older, or you are noticing small leaks or loose ridge capping, that is a good time to book an inspection. Our guide to telling when your roof needs repointing covers the early signs.
Why Royce Roofing
Tiled roof specialists
Terracotta and concrete tiled roofs are our specialty, with crews who have repaired Melbourne roofs since 1990.
Our own tile yards
Over 200 tile types across Mulgrave and Doveton, so repairs are not held up waiting on a supplier.
Straight answers
We quote the repair you need, and tell you honestly when a restoration or replacement would be better value.
Fixed pricing
A written fixed price before any work starts, with no surprises once the crew is on site.
Our own crews and safety rail
No subcontracted labour, and our own safety rail set up before anyone works on your roof.
Fully insured
Royce Roofing is fully insured, and our reviews speak for the quality of the work.
Safety on every job
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.
Please do not climb onto your roof to check damage yourself. Wet or mossy tiles are slippery and easy to crack, and falls from roofs cause serious injuries. Read how common falls from roofs are.
Sources: WorkSafe Victoria: Prevention of falls in housing construction.
Common questions
How quickly can you repair my roof?
It depends on demand and the weather. Because we stock our own tiles and run our own crews, we are not waiting on suppliers or subcontractors once a job is booked. For storm damage or an active leak, call us and we will tell you the earliest available time.
Do you repair concrete and terracotta roofs?
Yes. We specialise in tiled roofs, both terracotta and concrete. Our yards hold a wide range of profiles in both materials, including older and discontinued tiles, so we can usually match what is already on your roof.
Do you repair metal roofs?
Our specialty is tiled roofs, and that is where our crews, yards and tile matching add the most value. If your home has a metal roof, ask us when you call and we will tell you whether the job suits our team.
Is the inspection really free?
Yes. We inspect the roof, explain what we found and give you a fixed-price quote at no cost and with no obligation. If a repair will do the job we quote the repair, and if a restoration is better value we tell you why.
Will my insurance cover roof repairs?
Most home insurance covers sudden storm damage such as hail, wind and rain, but not gradual wear and tear or lack of maintenance. Check your policy, photograph the damage, and contact your insurer early. Ask them what they need from a roofer so the claim goes smoothly.
Can I just replace one broken tile myself?
We do not recommend it. Walking on tiles cracks more of them, and falls from roofs cause serious injuries every year. If you have a spare that matches, our crew can fit it, or we can find a match from our yards and fit it for you.
How long does a rebed and repoint last?
Done correctly with the right materials, a rebed and repoint should last 15 to 20 years. Shortcuts such as pointing over failed bedding, or using the wrong products, shorten that lifespan considerably.
Do you do emergency roof repairs?
Call us as soon as you notice storm damage or an active leak and we will tell you the earliest time a crew can attend. Work cannot be done safely on a wet roof, so in heavy rain the first step is limiting damage inside until the roof is safe to work on.
What should I ask a roofer before accepting a repair quote?
Ask what the quote includes, what safety measures the crew uses, what warranties apply to materials and workmanship, and whether they can explain clearly what needs doing and why. Open, honest answers to those questions are a good sign the job will be done properly.
Do you cover all of Melbourne?
Yes. We service the entire Melbourne region from our tile yard and office in Mulgrave, with a second yard in Doveton. Wherever you are in Melbourne, the inspection is free and you get a fixed-price quote before any work starts.
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