Australia's long, hot summers can take their toll on any building's roof. Coupled with our often-wet winters, it's fair to say that your roof puts up with a lot every year. In these conditions, you need to be sure you are getting out and inspecting your roof regularly for signs of wear and tear that might become a bigger problem. During these inspections, you may find you need to re-roof your home.
It's important to consider all things roofing when you’re weighing up the possibility of re-roofing your home. Luckily, Stratco Australia has brought the How-To – from providing roofing materials for a DIY solution, to connecting you with our re-roofing partners. Stratco is the one-stop shop for all your re-roofing needs.
Advantages of COLORBOND metal roofing
Among the most important things you will need to consider when thinking about replacing your roof will be the material you use. COLORBOND metal roofing is the ideal choice to replace your old roofing. COLORBOND guarantees their roofing for 10 years against any product defects, providing you with peace of mind. The advantages of choosing a COLORBOND metal roof are diverse and will provide you with many benefits.
Metal roofs are guaranteed to last longer than tiled roofs, making them a fantastic long-term investment for protecting your home from the harsh Australian elements – wind, rain, hail, or shine. COLORBOND metal roofs can have a life expectancy of up to 70 years. And the best part is that it won’t crack or corrode and will look newer for longer.
Despite metal roofing being more durable than tiled roofs, they’re also far lighter than tiled roofs, which can be over ten times the weight of metal roofing per square metre. That’s a lot of extra weight and stress you’re putting on your home’s walls and foundations for a roof that’s going to have a shorter lifespan.
COLORBOND metal roofs are also fire retardant. They provide better protection from fire compared to other roofing materials. Tiled roofs will often crack under the extreme heat of fires, leaving the rest of your home exposed and vulnerable to ember ingress. This is also reflected in the premiums charged by insurance companies, which are lower for homes with metal roofs due to a metal roof’s ability to withstand fire and Australian weather. Why would you pay the same premiums as someone with an inferior tiled roof?
No matter your choice of roof, sometimes damage occurs, and repairs and maintenance are required. COLORBOND metal roofing is easier to repair and replace due to its lightweight nature and large sheet lengths. Compared to lifting multiple heavy concrete tiles, replacing sheets of metal is a ‘walk in the park’. Finding replacement roofing is as straightforward as matching your existing roof with the vast range of COLORBOND colours and Stratco profiles available. Stratco’s friendly team members can help you every step of the way from choosing your new roof to finding an installer to complete your re-roofing project.
Stratco also has a large range of flashings, gutters, and fascia to complement your new COLORBOND metal roof to complete your re-roofing project or to repair any potential damage sustained over the life of the roof. Our products are made to suit all profiles and COLORBOND colours of metal roofs so that you can get a clean and consistent look for your home.
Asbestos
The potentially dangerous asbestos is a common roofing material found in older homes throughout Australia. Over time the health risks of asbestos have been uncovered so many people are keen to remove or replace it. If you have an asbestos roof, then Stratco can connect you with one of our re-roofing partners who are fully insured and licensed to remove asbestos safely. If you choose to remove or replace your asbestos roof, you’re protecting your family’s health and likely increasing the resale value of your home.
Roof now, pay later
The need to re-roof often arises unexpectedly and can be at a time when you can least afford it. It might be after a heavy rain event that defective roofs are noticed or after storms or severe weather events do damage to the roof. Leaving your defective roof unattended will likely do more damage to your house as exposing your home to the harsh Australian elements can create a point of water ingress leading to black mould or even an access point for the neighbourhood fauna to set up home in your roof cavity. Stratco has Interest Free finance solutions that mean you can get the roof you need now and pay for it over time.
No matter the style or age of your home, we have stylish metal roofing options in a vast array of profiles and colours to suit the design of your home. One thing is for sure – a Stratco metal roof will be an investment in your home that you will thank yourself for many years to come.
