Tile roof repairs & repointing in Sydney

Roof Repairs Sydney repairs terracotta and concrete tile roofs across central Sydney, replacing cracked tiles and re-bedding and re-pointing ridge capping, so a sound roof keeps out water without a full replacement.

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On most tile roofs the tiles themselves are fine. What gives out first is the mortar holding the ridge and hip caps, plus the odd tile cracked by foot traffic, hail or a falling branch. We repair what has failed, match replacement tiles to the ones you have, and tell you plainly if the roof needs more than that.

Signs you need this

Grey mortar crumbling or missing along the ridge
Tiles sitting crooked, lifted or with visible gaps
Chunks of mortar or broken tile turning up in the gutter
Thick moss, especially on the shaded side of the roof

Seeing one of these? It rarely fixes itself, and the earlier we look, the smaller the job usually is.

Tell us about the roof

No obligation. We look, tell you what we find, and quote a fixed price before anything starts.

Water coming in right now? Skip the form and call 1300 077 018. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

What’s included

Cracked, broken and slipped tiles replaced with a matching profile
Ridge and hip caps re-bedded on fresh mortar
Flexible pointing compound that copes with the roof's movement
Rusted valley irons replaced and valleys cleared
Moss and lichen treated so tiles sit flat and drain freely

Repair, restore or replace?

We get asked this on almost every tile roof, usually by someone worried they're about to be sold a new one. Most of the time the answer is a repair. If the tiles are sound and only the ridge pointing or a few tiles have gone, that's what we quote. You see the photos, so you can judge it for yourself.

A full restoration makes sense when the pointing has failed along most ridges and hips, the valleys are rusting and moss has taken hold across the roof. Replacement only comes into it when tiles are cracking or crumbling across whole sections. If that's where your roof is, we'll talk you through roof replacement options.

Tile roofs on Sydney terraces and bungalows

Central Sydney has every kind of tile roof, from Federation terracotta in Randwick and Haberfield to concrete tile on post-war homes around St George and the Shire. Older terracotta profiles can be hard to match, so we take the time to find tiles that suit your roof.

Terraces bring their own trouble: shared valleys between houses, and party walls with flashings that both owners rely on. When a leak shows up at that join, it's usually a flashing or valley job. If water is already coming through, start with roof leak repairs. Heritage slate is a different craft, covered under slate roof repairs.

What this looks like on the roof

Photos from our own jobs: the roofs as we found them and as we left them, not stock imagery.

What this costs, honestly

Anyone who quotes you a firm price over the phone is guessing. Four things move the number, and we can only weigh them from the roof, which is why we look first, then quote a fixed price before any work starts. The inspection and the quote are free.

The size of the problem
Swapping a few cracked tiles and repointing a short run is a small job. Renewing a whole ridge line, or a valley that has rusted from end to end, takes far longer.
The roofing material
Terracotta, concrete tile, slate and metal each need different materials and skills. Finding a matching tile or slate for an older roof costs more than a modern profile that is easy to source.
Getting onto the roof
A low single-storey roof with clear side access is quick to work on. A two or three-storey terrace with no side access, a steep pitch or a neighbour's roof in the way may need scaffolding and extra time.
Hidden damage
This is the biggest variable. If water has been getting in for months, the battens, rafters or fascia may have rotted. That only shows once we're on the roof, which is why we inspect before we quote.

Common questions

Is the roof inspection and quote free?

Yes. Roof Repairs Sydney inspects the roof, photographs what it finds and gives you a fixed written quote at no cost. There is no obligation to go ahead, and you won't be pressured if you decide not to.

Is Roof Repairs Sydney open 24/7?

Yes. Roof Repairs Sydney is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and public holidays. A real person answers 1300 077 018 at any hour. For a leak or storm damage at night, the roof is made safe first, and the permanent repair is quoted and done once the weather is dry.

Why is my ceiling stained when the roof looks fine?

A ceiling stain is rarely directly below the leak. Rain gets in higher up, runs along the sarking, battens or rafters, and drips at the first low point, which can be metres away. That is why patching the roof straight above a stain often fails. Roof Repairs Sydney traces the water back to its real entry point before quoting a repair.

Which areas of Sydney does Roof Repairs Sydney cover?

Roof Repairs Sydney is based in Rosebery and covers central Sydney: the CBD and inner city, the Eastern Suburbs to the coast, the Inner West, the Lower North Shore, Manly, Ryde and Hunters Hill, St George and the Sutherland Shire. If your suburb isn't listed, call 1300 077 018 and ask.

Does Roof Repairs Sydney do strata and commercial roofs?

Yes. Roof Repairs Sydney works on domestic, strata and commercial roofs, including apartment blocks, offices, shops and warehouses. Common jobs are box gutter and sump repairs, leaks into top-floor units and metal roof repairs. Strata and building managers receive a photo report and a fixed written quote before work starts.

Is Roof Repairs Sydney licensed and insured?

Yes. Roof Repairs Sydney is fully licensed and insured for domestic, strata and commercial roofing work, and carries $20 million public liability cover.

Who runs Roof Repairs Sydney?

Roof Repairs Sydney is a family-run business led by Michael and Sean, with more than 30 years of experience on Sydney roofs. The business is based in Rosebery and repairs tile, metal and slate roofs on homes, strata buildings and commercial properties across central Sydney.

What types of roofs does Roof Repairs Sydney repair?

Roof Repairs Sydney repairs terracotta and concrete tile roofs, Colorbond and corrugated iron roofs, and natural slate roofs, including heritage slate on Victorian and Federation terraces. The work covers leaks, gutters and box gutters, flashings and valleys, skylights, storm damage and full roof replacement.

Should a tile roof be repaired or replaced?

A tile roof should be repaired when the tiles are sound and the problem is failed ridge pointing, a few broken tiles or a rusted valley, which covers most tile roofs. Replacement is worth considering when tiles are cracking across large areas or repairs keep failing in new spots. Roof Repairs Sydney photographs the roof so owners can see which case applies.

What is included in a tile roof restoration?

A tile roof restoration usually means replacing broken and slipped tiles, re-bedding and repointing the ridge and hip caps with a flexible compound, renewing rusted valley irons and treating moss and lichen. Roof Repairs Sydney inspects first and quotes only the parts the roof actually needs.

Can a slate roof be repaired instead of re-slated?

Often, yes. Most slate roof problems are cracked slates, slates slipped from rusted nails, or worn lead flashings. Roof Repairs Sydney replaces them with matched slate fixed using copper or stainless steel. A full re-slate is only needed when fixings are failing across the whole roof. In heritage areas, council may require slate to be replaced like for like.

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This page was last reviewed on 17 October 2026 by Roof Repairs Sydney.

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Tile roof repairs & repointing in Sydney

Signs you need this

Tell us about the roof

What’s included

Repair, restore or replace?

Tile roofs on Sydney terraces and bungalows

What this looks like on the roof

What this costs, honestly

The size of the problem

The roofing material

Getting onto the roof

Hidden damage

Common questions

Where we work

What Sydney customers say on Google

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