Wollongong Roof Repair Specialists
It’s usually a roof leak that is the first indicator you are in need of a roof repair. When water enters a roof, it can appear suddenly during a big weather event or creep in gradually over time. Isolated roof damage that is dealt with in a timely manner is usually a simple roof repair. If untreated, however, a damaged roof can lead to more costly and complicated repairs.
Call our friendly Wollongong roof repair team to inspect your roof. We can conduct a thorough roof inspection and identify any damage that needs addressing.
For isolated roof repairs, we will provide a detailed quote and a timeframe to complete the work required. If it’s a larger repair job or a potential roof restoration that is needed, we can still provide temporary solutions to prevent any further damage occurring.
Common reasons for Roof Leaks
Roof leaks may occur for various reasons, appearing gradually over time, or suddenly during an extreme weather event. We find many of the Wollongong roof repairs we are called to carry out have been letting water enter the roof for an extended period and it’s not before the damage becomes more obvious that someone notices. If you haven’t had a professional roof specialist up on your roof in some time, we strongly recommend booking in for a roof inspection. It is easier and more cost effective to address minor issues before they progress into complex ones.
The most common reasons for roof leaks include:
- Cracked or broken roof tiles. Concrete and terracotta tiles are excellent roofing materials. Environmental wear and tear, destruction by wildlife and extreme weather events can cause damage to your roof tiles over time. Once a tiled roof develops a weak spot, the integrity of the entire roof can be compromised and water can start working it’s way inside.
- Blocked or compromised guttering. When gutters can’t divert water the way they’re designed to, water can end up where you don’t want it! A partial gutter blockage might cope with lighter or shorter bursts of rainfall, but will fail when faced with a heavy downpour. Uncontrolled rainfall may then end up in the fascia, wall cavities and ceiling.
- Older roofs. If properly maintained, most roofs should last 20-25 years. Degradation of roofing materials, accumulated debris and environmental impact will place wear and tear on your roof over time. As a property ages, maintenance costs increase, including the need for roof repairs. There may come a time where a roof restoration is more appropriate, but our Wollongong roof repair specialists can offer advice on the best option for you.