Re-roofing and roof replacement in Auckland
A re-roof is one of the few things you do once and then forget for decades, if it is detailed right. We replace roofs as part of a renovation, so the roof, the cladding and the weathertightness all resolve as one.
A re-roof is a renovation decision, not a repair
There is a difference between patching a leak and replacing a roof. A repair buys you time; a re-roof solves the problem for the next few decades. If your roof is at the end of its life, or you are already renovating, replacing it properly, with new underlay, flashings, spouting and the junctions where the roof meets the walls, is the decision that actually lasts.
United House re-roofs homes as part of a wider renovation, where the roof, the cladding and the weathertightness are one job. That is exactly where re-roofing goes wrong on its own: the roofer does the roof, someone else does the cladding, and the junction between them leaks. We manage the whole envelope, so it does not.
What a United House re-roof covers
- Full roof replacement on low-slope and pitched homes
- Stripping the old roof and making good the substrate and framing underneath
- New underlay, flashings, spouting and downpipes, detailed to last
- Getting the junctions right where the roof meets cladding, parapets and decks
- Roofing coordinated with recladding, insulation and the rest of the renovation
What does a re-roof cost in Auckland?
It depends on the size and pitch of the roof, the material you choose, and what we find once the old roof comes off, rot in the substrate or tired framing is common and has to be fixed properly. A straightforward replacement is one thing; a re-roof tied into recladding and structural repair is another.
Rather than quote a number that turns out wrong, we look at the roof, talk through the options honestly, and give you a real figure. No surprises later is the whole point.
Common questions
Do you do one-off roof repairs?
We focus on full re-roofs and roof replacement, usually as part of a renovation or recladding, rather than one-off leak call-outs. If your roof is near the end of its life, replacing it is often better value than repairing it again.
How do I know if I need a new roof or just a repair?
Age, the material and how often it is leaking are the big tells. We give you an honest assessment, and if a repair is genuinely the right call, we will tell you.
Can you re-roof while we live in the house?
Often yes, depending on scope and weather. We plan the sequence so the house stays weathertight throughout and keep you informed the whole way.
Do you handle the spouting, flashings and downpipes too?
Yes. A roof is only as good as its flashings and drainage. We replace and detail the whole system, not just the roof surface.
Does a re-roof need consent?
A like-for-like replacement usually does not, but changing the roof material, pitch or structure can. We tell you where you stand and manage any consent as part of the job.
Thinking about a renovation?
Tell us about your home and your plans. We’ll talk it through with you honestly, no pressure, no sales pitch.