Polycarbonate & Metal Roof Replacement

A building permit is required when replacing a tiled roof with a metal roof. Because metal roofing is much lighter than tiles, structural modifications are needed to ensure it is properly secured to the rafters. The permit process must legally be managed by a registered builder with a building contract and the appropriate builder’s insurance in place.

Roofrite has established strong relationships with builders to make this process seamless. The permit typically adds around $10,000 to the overall roof replacement cost. With Roofrite by your side, navigating the permit process is easy. We’ll help you achieve a stress-free, council-approved tile-to-metal roof replacement.

At Roofrite, we’re not about getting you to spend money unnecessarily. However, depending on the extent of the repairs required, it can be a false economy to keep patching and fixing old leaks in rusted roofs and guttering.

We’ll provide an honest assessment of your roof’s condition and, where appropriate, offer options to help you make an informed, financially sound decision—alongside our recommendation for the ideal long-term solution.

The time required to replace a roof largely depends on its size and the ease of access. A small inner-city rear skillion roof might be completed in a day or two, while a large family home could take a week or more. The complexity of the roofline also affects the timeline. For example, roofs with multiple valleys and gables are more labour-intensive and therefore take longer to complete.

At Roofrite, we take pride in using only the highest-quality materials. For metal roofs, we exclusively use Australian-made Bluescope steel, the trusted manufacturer of Colorbond and Zincalume. These premium products come in a wide range of colours and finishes, allowing our clients to choose the perfect look for their home or building.

For polycarbonate roofing, we offer an extensive selection of residential options, including Laserlite, Multiwall, and solid polycarbonate sheets. In commercial applications, we typically recommend trafficable fibreglass, providing both durability and the added safety of a surface that can be safely walked on by maintenance personnel.