Tile Roof Restoration Brisbane
Tile Roof Restoration
A tile roof restoration is essential for maintaining the longevity and appearance of a home. Over time, tiles are subject to wear and deterioration, which can lead to weakened structure and potential leaks. In a proper restoration, any damaged tiles are replaced, and a thorough cleaning is conducted to prepare the surface.
The application of a protective coating is included in the restoration process, which helps prevent further damage and extends the roof’s lifespan. Regular maintenance every 10-15 years is recommended to avoid costly re-roofing.
Proper attention to detail during a tile roof restoration ensures that the roof remains strong and resilient. Licensed professionals are required to perform the restoration, guaranteeing that all aspects, from repairs to painting, are handled with expertise. This approach ensures that the roof continues to protect the home effectively and retains its visual appeal for years to come.
What Is Involved In A Roof Restoration?
Each roof restoration will be assessed during the quote and taylored to your roofs needs. All of which will be detailed on your quote.
A standard roof restoration involes:
Preperation Â
- Guard rail is supplied and installed to comply with OH&S regulations (if required)
- All broken tiles are removed and replaced
- All gutters and valleys are cleaned and flushed
- Any down pipes running into water tanks are disconnected with temporary down pipes attached
- Bilge pumps are set up to ensure waterways are not contaminated to comply with council regulations
- All solar panels, sky lights and walls are taped and masked to prevent over spray
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Repair Work
- Valley clips are supplied and installed as required to all valleys
- Ridge capping is grinded using an electric grinder to remove old mortar to achieve a smooth edge
- Rebedding will be carried out where required (or a full rebed if stated on your quote) Rebedding is removing ridges, and relaying the ridges on a new bedding mix of sand and cement which is then troweled off for a smooth, neat finish
- Weep holes are then inserted to prevent water building up in the ridges, resulting in future leaks
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Cleaning
- Nutech Nu Eco Safe Orgo Clean is applied to the roof prior to cleaning. This is a sterilising cleaning solution to kill any moss, mould and lichen growth
- The roof is cleaned using a high pressure water blaster and Whirlaway at 3,500 PSI – 4,000 PSI
- If required, any peeling paint will be removed using a turbo head
- Your home will be rinsed down to remove any over spray from cleaning
RepointingÂ
- Â All ridge capping will be repointed using a flexible pointing
- Weep holes are inserted in the pointing to prevent future leaking
Painting
- One coat of Nutech Primer is applied
- Your barge capping, and any other areas required, will be hand painted to ensure a neat finish
- Two coats of Nutech Tileflex roof membrane is applied (NXT Cool Zone heat reflective paint is available at an additional upgrade)
- Six spare tiles will be left should you require these in the future. They have been cleaned, primed and painted to match your roof
- Spare roof paint will also be left should you require it in the future
- A full inspection of the area is preformed to ensure everything has been completed to the highest of standards
- Â The team will remove any garbage, etc. to ensure your home is left as it was when the job commenced.
