The problem with deciding whether or not you’re going to get your leaking roof repaired is the misinformation out there, and you want to be well-informed, as it’s a big expense that most people do not want to take on lightly. Your roof is protecting your home, your family, and all of the things you value. Therefore, it makes sense that you want to make the right decision for your home, while ensuring that you’re not taking any financial risks.
Here at Roof Auckland we know what a difficult decision it can be, so we’re going to take you through the signs that your house needs re-roofing, so that you can be sure of your choice when you call your local roofing specialist.
There are two major signs that you need to give your local roofing contractors a call. If you’re seeing these two things, it’s most likely too late to look into patching or replacing only pieces of your roof. Keep in mind that it’s always best to get advice on your specific situation from someone who has years of experience, as each case tends to be specific to the individual house.
If you have noticed sagging in the lines of your roof, either on the inside of your house, or the outside, then you will most likely need to replace the roof (including the decking). While this is not ideal, it is the safest option for your home, as significant sagging is a sign of structural damage.
Sagging can be caused by a number of things. Damp, cold, plant growth, and ageing can all affect the structural integrity of even the most quality roofing. Check your property records to determine how long ago your roof was installed - if it was over fifteen years ago, and you’ve noticed it sagging, then it is most likely due to age. Regardless of how old it is, you should always consult a professional when you notice any kind of damage or failure in the structure of your roof. If you have a tile roof that is sagging - take off the 10-12 tonne of tiles off your roof and replace with light weight Colorsteel roofing iron.
One leak is not usually a sign that you need to replace your entire roof, however if you notice multiple leaks cropping up in different places, then it’s a different story.
Recurring leaks are a sign that your roof is failing in multiple places, and while you could decide to patch each of the faults individually, it would most likely turn out to be more expensive in the long run. Not to mention there’s a high chance they will continue to crop up. Fixing individual leaks over and over takes a toll on your wallet quickly, and by the end of it, you’ll probably still have to pay for a new roof.
Once again, it always pays to get the opinion of a roofing solutions expert, in order to make an informed decision.
We are your resident experts for re-roofing in Auckland, so give us a bell today for free advice. Don’t go into the situation blind - get the opinion of roofing industry professionals, to help you make the right choice for your home.
We are dedicated to representing the best products in the roofing industry, and one of those products is undoubtedly COLORSTEEL® roofing. It’s engineered specifically to deal with the New Zealand environment so that you don’t have to repeatedly invest in a new roof. After all, why do it wrong multiple times when you can do it right once?
But what is it about the COLORSTEEL® brand that makes it so ideal? Let’s break it down.
Every COLORSTEEL® product was designed for longevity and to prevent wear and tear, but it also has a product range that allows you to choose exactly what you want to protect your home from. We’d recommend using their environmental guideto determine in what kind of zone your house lies, so that you can make the best choice in terms of both longevity and appearance.
The first option has two levels you could go with, one for a moderate environment and one made to tackle a severe environment. True to its name, DRIDEX® has been specifically designed to combat damp conditions. The fleece coating the underside of each panel absorbs excess moisture to keep the inside of your home dry and mould-free.
This silver-finished metal has been coated with a 45 percent zinc and 55 percent aluminium alloy to promote longevity. It is hardy and resistant to corrosion, especially for exposed steel, and will also hold up well against damage caused by deep scratches.
ENDURA® is the evolution of ZINCALUME®, allowing you to choose from the range of COLORSTEEL® colours while maintaining the longevity and corrosion resistance of the previous option. If you’re roofing a home in a moderate to severe environment and want flexibility with its appearance, then this is your ideal choice.
Lastly, we have the product designed to be the most durable and corrosion-resistant roofing panels they have. The MAXX® range is ideal for severe to very severe NZ environments like Rotorua, where geothermal damage is a factor to negate during construction and for years after the fact.
With COLORSTEEL®, there really isn’t a lot of maintenance to speak of, which is what makes it one of our top recommendations for roofing solutions. Most of the products only require a rain wash with a manual wash every six months, and depending on the environment the roof could last for 30 years. In order to keep your new roof in tip-top shape it is recommended by the company that you clean areas rain cannot reach, such as the undersides of gutters and in sheltered areas.
And of course, we have one of the things the brand is best known for: it’s unrivalled range of available colours. The DRIDEX®, ENDURA®, and MAXX® products come in a huge myriad of shades so that you’re not restricted when you’re designing your home. In addition, you’re able to choose how reflective you want your roof to be, which will have an effect on your power bill and the general temperature of your home (in collaboration with your insulation of course).
Having operated as a roofing company in Auckland for many years, we are confident that we can provide you with a hassle-free experience from the start to the very end of your project. We source COLORSTEEL® directly and will suggest the ideal choice for your home’s local environment.
Request a quote now and rest assured, your home will be in the very best of hands with us, no matter the job.
By law in New Zealand, all buildings must have some form of spouting implemented as part of their roofing solutions. A spouting system is integral to any home in our climate, it provides incredibly important solutions for protecting our property from the elements. Installing a quality spouting system can save you a lot of money in the long run.
If a spouting system is not properly maintained or is not good quality, you may as well not even have one. They need to be cleaned and nurtured every 6 months in order for them to do their job properly. In this article, we’ll talk about the immense necessity of having spouting on your roof, and the importance of having a quality product installed by someone that theroofing specialists in Auckland can trust. During the re-roofing process we’ll recommend the guys we know get the job done right, so that when it comes down to the end of the job, you don’t have to worry about a thing.
Spouting collects water from the bottom of your roof to lead it down to the ground without damaging your home. Without spouting, rainwater would fall off the edge of your roof as it pleases, draining right down your cladding and windows at mass.
This can cause dampness to build on your walls and your roof. Short term, this can make your home feel like a cold, damp space that isn’t nice to live in. Long term, moisture can seep into your cladding, roofing and any other nooks and crannies. This leads huge issues with rotting wood and damage to any other housing materials.
In short, without spouting, your home won’t last nearly as long as it is meant to, and this will cost you big in constant repairs.
Your house isn’t the only thing on your property. The land your house is built around is just as important to protect as your house itself. Spouting protects the soil and concrete that landscapes your property, by preventing rain waterfalling off the roof onto the ground below in heavy amounts.
Rain is great for your garden, but when rain accumulates on your roof it concentrates at the edges, making the rainfall a lot heavier than normal when it hits the ground. If this happens a lot, as it would in a climate such as ours, the force can cause soil to erode significantly and even form cracks in concrete.
Soil and concrete make up the foundations of our homes, and this kind of damage so close to a building is incredibly dangerous. Having no gutters, leaky gutters, or overflowing gutters can easily cause this kind of damage in the long run, which can lead to our homes themselves becoming unstable as their foundations decay.
The heavy, concentrated rainwater that falls off a roof without spouting can also cause massive amounts of flooding in our backyards or outdoor areas. This is the most obvious sign of damage a lack of spouting can have, as it causes the grass to stop growing, and makes property generally unpleasant. Basically, you need spouting to prevent you from living in a swamp.
When water accumulates in your roof or walls, it can very easily lead to black mould appearing in your home. Without spouting, water accumulates very easily, as it can pool on your roof and sink into your ceilings, or can accumulate from damp walls after heavy rain.
When moisture accumulates in your roof, it can cause the whole area between your roof and your ceiling to grow mould and become toxic. You wouldn’t even notice it for a long time before it seeps through your ceiling itself, but you and your family could be breathing in the harmful, damp air and getting very sick.
When building a home, every effort is made to prevent situations that could cause mould to occur, and installing spouting is a huge part of that.
As a bonus, spouting is a great way to begin to live environmentally friendly, and save some money from your water bill as well. Imagine how much rain falls on your roof every year. Depending on where in New Zealand you are, this can be in the thousands of litres. Spouting provides you with the perfect system to collect that rainwater, and harness it for use within your home.
In New Zealand, spouting generally leads to a downpipe, which leads the water under the ground into the stormwater network. If you want to collect your own rainwater for use within your household, there are many systems available for harvesting and filtering rainwater. This can turn it into great water for bathroom, laundry, even drinking if it is properly treated.
At Roof Auckland, we offer the best materials and products, and will arrange spouting for your colour steel roofing, or any roofing that will last the test of time. If your spouting needs repair or you need to install new spouting, now’s the time. Talk to us today to discuss the spouting solution that works for you.