Roofing & Guttering Cost Calculator
Roof restorations, metal re-roofing, tile repointing, Colorbond gutters, and downpipe installations.
Itemised Cost Breakdown
Includes strip-out & disposal of existing roof cladding, batten inspection, anti-condensation foil blanket / sarking, and ridge flashings.
120m² @ 55/m² (standard pitch)
6.0 days @ $500/day
Height >2m - SafeWork Australia compliance
Height >2m - SafeWork Compliance Required
Roof height exceeds 2m - safety equipment mandatory.
- ⚠️ Perimeter guard rail scaffolding required
- ⚠️ Licensed scaffolder must supervise
- ⚠️ Worker safety certification required
- Estimated scaffolding cost: $1,800–$3,200
Roof Replacement Approval
Most roof replacements do not require council approval.
- ✅ Like-for-like replacements typically exempt
- ⚠️ Material/color changes may need council consent
- ⚠️ Structural repairs may require building permit
- Check with local council before starting
All work above 2.0m mandates perimeter edge protection rails or continuous harness anchor static lines under the WHS Regulations. In contracts exceeding $20,000 (NSW), $16,000 (VIC), or $3,300 (QLD), your roofer must provide home warranty insurance before taking any deposit.
Material Price Brackets
Continuous roll-formed high-tensile steel guttering and clips.
Expected lifespan: 25-30 yrs years
Heavy interlocking concrete roof tiles with protective slurry seal.
Expected lifespan: 35-50 yrs years
Genuine Australian Bluescope steel sheeting with oven-baked finish.
Expected lifespan: 40-50 yrs years
Fired natural clay tiles, impervious to coastal salt spray and fading.
Expected lifespan: 70+ yrs years
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