Palmers Roofing repairs and assesses concrete and terracotta tiled roofs across Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and the Illawarra, with clear advice on repair, restoration and replacement.
Minor tile repairs start from $150. The final price depends on safe access, the number and profile of tiles, ridge or flashing work, and whether hidden damage is found below the roof covering. Larger repairs, restoration and replacement are quoted after an on-site assessment.
Concrete and terracotta are both established roofing materials, but they age and weather differently. Concrete tiles can lose their surface finish and become more porous, while older terracotta can become brittle or develop cracks. The existing profile, condition and availability of matching tiles all affect the most practical repair.
It depends on the condition of the mortar bed. Sound bedding may only need failed pointing removed and replaced with a suitable flexible pointing product. Loose, cracked or displaced bedding usually needs to be removed and rebuilt before repointing. We inspect the ridge before recommending either approach.
Localised defects often suit repair. Restoration can be appropriate when the main roof remains serviceable but needs broader maintenance, cleaning or coating. Replacement may be more sensible where deterioration is widespread or the supporting roof system has significant problems. A site assessment is the reliable way to compare those options.
Stay off the roof, keep people away from any visibly damaged area, and photograph what you can safely see from ground level. If water is entering, move belongings and use containers indoors only where it is safe. Contact a roofer for an inspection and notify your insurer if you may need to make a claim.