Brisbane's Roof Restoration Experts
Is your roof looking a little tired and worn-out? A roof restoration could be the answer. In many cases, if you get to your roof early enough, you can save having to have it replaced and restore it instead. By having your roof cleaned, fully repaired, sealed, and re-coated in a new colour, you’ll not only protect it for years to come, you’ll give your home a great new look!
If your tiled roof is older than 15 years, and has never been re-pointed, then chances are your pointing has cracks in it. This can let water in, and should the cracks become big enough, your ridge and hip caps will eventually become loose…therefore becoming at risk of blowing off in a storm.
Sounds drastic, right…?
It is. And it’s rare. But it can, and does, happen.
Having your roof re-pointed every 15 years (on average) is a wise investment. This will keep your ridge and hip capping secure and water-tight.
A flexible, polymer-based pointing mortar is now mandatory to comply with Australian standards, so make sure whoever does your pointing uses a flexible, polymer based product.
If your tiled roof exceeds 15 years in age and has not undergone re-pointing, it is likely that the pointing has developed cracks. These cracks can allow water to seep in, and if they grow large enough, the ridge and hip caps may become loose and susceptible to being blown off during a storm.
Although this situation may seem severe, it is both possible and infrequent. However, taking preventive measures is essential.
Investing in re-pointing your roof every 15 years, on average, is a prudent decision. This practice will ensure the security and water resistance of your ridge and hip capping.
It is now mandatory to use a flexible, polymer-based pointing mortar in accordance with Australian standards. Therefore, it is crucial to ensure that the professional performing the re-pointing utilizes a flexible, polymer-based product.
An important Note here !
Make sure whoever does your pointing installs weep holes. These allow condensation to escape, rather than building up and back-flowing….dripping onto your ceiling. This can be a big problem in winter and rainy periods.
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For an honest assessment of the condition of your pointing, backed up with photos, and a free quote, call Gold Roofing now on 3276 0464.
