AUSSIE METAL ROOF Vs TRADITIONAL TILED ROOF
Frequently Asked Questions
In Australia, it is now more popular than ever to have a metal roof over the more traditional tiles due to the quality, durability, and affordability of metal roofs. Metal roofs offer a modern look with carious styles and colours, allowing homeowners to achieve a sleek, contemporary appearance. They can also mimic the look of traditional materials whilst providing superior durability and flexibility to suit your preferred style.
Metal roofs are highly durable and can withstand extreme weather conditions, such as hail and high winds, without significant damage and their resistance to rust and corrosion ensures a long lifespan compared to many other materials.
Metal roofs require minimal maintenance. Generally, periodic inspections and cleaning to remove debris are sufficient to keep them in good condition. Their non-porous surface resists mould and mildew, making upkeep easy. They are excellent for energy efficient, reflecting sunlight, reducing heat absorption and helping to keep homes cooler in hot climates. This reflective quality can lead to lower cooling costs during summer.
Metal roofs are lightweight compared to tile, which can be beneficial for structural integrity and ease of installation. Their light weight allows for less structural support, making them ideal for various building types including schools, government buildings, commercial and industrial buildings and residential homes.
Should you wish to consult with MRA Roofing & Construction, your professional, reliable experts to determine your Metal Roofing needs - give us a call today!
HOW MANY YEARS DO ROOFS LAST?
One of the many benefits of a metal roof is its durability and typically can last up to 100 years defending on the metal used. For Aluminium or steel, you are looking at over 50 years.
DO I NEED TO MOVE OUT WHEN MY ROOF IS BEING REPAIRED OR REPLACED?
No, you do not need to move out of your home. We work around you to get the job done as quickly as possible. In the case of rain, we do sections at a time so that we still do not inconvenience you and your family.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO REROOF A HOUSE?
This does depend on a few factors such as, are we removing asbestos? How large is the home? What material have you selected? And most importantly, the weather! However, best case scenario on a typical home, it may take about 2-3 days.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO REPLACE A ROOF?
This all depends on multiple factors, including size, product selection, accessibility to name a few. Give us a call and we can give you a free onsite measure and quote!
WHAT IS THE LIKELIHOOD OF MY HOUSE HAVING ASBESTOS?
Establishing what year your house was built is one of the first questions to ask when considering the likelihood of asbestos usage. As a rule of thumb, if your home was built before 1990 you need to consider that it may contain asbestos and that the material could be located in any room, and from the mid-1980s it is highly likely. We are a licensed asbestos removalist, contact us to discuss further.
WHAT ARE THE SIGNS THAT I NEED A NEW ROOF?
Regularly checking your roof is an important step of home maintenance. Some of the signs that you may need a new roof are:
 | Flaking or damaged paintwork | ||
 | Water damage - moisture on the inside of your roof, rot or mould on interior walls and ceilings | ||
 | Cracked or broken tiles | ||
 | Wear or damage on gutters, downpipes, and fascia |
Lastly the age of your roof - 10 years likely repairs, 20 years mostly likely a replacement.
