New Roofs Newcastle
A new roof goes onto a new frame: a new house, an extension, a second storey, a carport or an addition that has never had a roof before. That is a different job from replacing an existing roof, and it starts with the drawings, the frame and the builder's program rather than a tired old covering. We install new metal and tile roofs across Newcastle and the Hunter, supplying Colorbond and Lysaght steel for metal roofs, and we work with owner builders and builders to get the roof on, flashed and draining properly.
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What's Included
- Plan and frame review
- Sarking or insulation blanket
- Metal or tile installation
- Flashings and ridge finishes
- Gutters and downpipes
- Final check and handover
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Roofs for new builds, extensions and additions
New roofing installations cover any roof going onto framing that has not carried a roof before. That includes knockdown rebuilds, granny flats, rear extensions on older terraces and cottages, second storey additions on post-war brick veneer homes, patios and carports attached to the house. Because the frame is new, the choices are wide open: roof shape, pitch, material, colour and drainage can all be designed together. The catch is that the roof has to match what the frame was designed for. A heavy tile roof needs a frame engineered for its weight, and each metal profile and tile has a minimum pitch set by its manufacturer. We check those details against the plans before quoting. If you are removing an old roof and putting a new one on the same house, that is a roof replacement, and our roof replacements page covers it.
- New homes and knockdown rebuilds
- Extensions, additions and second storeys
- Granny flats, studios and garages
- Attached patios, verandahs and carports
New metal roofs
Metal is a popular choice for new builds and extensions around Newcastle. It is light, which keeps frame costs down, it suits low pitches and skillion roofs, and it comes in a wide range of colours and profiles. We supply Colorbond and Lysaght steel. Profile choice depends on the pitch and the look: corrugated for a traditional or coastal feel, trapezoidal profiles for a stronger line, and concealed fix profiles where the design calls for a clean finish or a very low pitch. For homes near the coast, the steel grade matters. We follow the manufacturer's guidance for the site's distance from the coast, which can mean a more corrosion resistant product such as Colorbond Ultra on exposed sites. Our metal roofing page explains materials and profiles in more detail.
New tile roofs
Tile roofs remain a good fit for many new homes, especially where the design or the street calls for a traditional look. Concrete tiles are the more economical choice and come in many colours. Terracotta holds its colour for a very long time because the colour runs through the clay or sits in a fired glaze. Both need a frame designed for tile loads and a pitch that meets the tile manufacturer's minimum. On a new tile roof we lay sarking under the battens, fix tiles to the requirements for your wind area, and bed and point ridges and hips with a flexible pointing compound or use a mechanically fixed ridge system where specified. Where an extension needs to blend with an existing tile roof, we source tiles that match the profile and colour as closely as available stock allows.
Tying an extension into an existing roof
Many new roofs we install join onto an existing house, and the junction is where extensions most often leak. The new roof has to meet the old one with the right flashings, the right falls and no hidden traps for water. We look for ways to avoid internal box gutters where possible, because they can overflow in heavy rain if they are undersized or blocked. Where a box gutter is unavoidable, we make sure it has adequate capacity and an overflow path. On older terraces and cottages, extensions are often at the rear and may be covered by heritage controls that affect material or colour. We will raise it if the property looks likely to be affected, and you or your designer confirm the requirements with council.
- Matching or complementing the existing roof material and colour
- Wall and apron flashings where the new roof meets existing walls
- Correct falls so the new roof drains away from the old one
- Box gutters only where needed, sized with an overflow path
What helps us quote a new roof
- Architectural or building drawings showing roof plan, pitch and elevations
- Truss or frame details, especially for tile roofs
- Any colour, material or bushfire conditions in your approval
- Your preferred material, profile and colour, if you have one
- The build program, so we can plan around the frame and other trades
Metal or tile for a new roof?
Both are sound choices. The right one depends on your design, frame, budget and location.
| Metal (Colorbond or Lysaght steel) | Tile (concrete or terracotta) | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Light, suits lighter framing | Heavy, frame must be designed for it |
| Pitch | Suits low pitches and skillions, depending on profile | Needs a steeper pitch set by the tile maker |
| Look | Clean lines, wide colour range | Traditional texture and shadow lines |
| Rain noise | Reduced with an insulation blanket | Naturally quieter |
| Coastal sites | Choose the grade the manufacturer advises for the distance from the coast | Tiles resist salt; check the fixings and flashings |
| Upkeep | Wash sheltered areas, check fixings | Watch ridge pointing and broken tiles |
How the work is done
Working with your builder
We fit into the build program, so the roof goes on when the frame is ready and the house can be closed in.
- 01
Plans and site visit
Send the drawings and we visit the site to confirm roof form, pitch, access and the frame's progress.
- 02
Material and colour selection
We help settle the material, profile, colour and steel grade, and any requirements in your approval conditions.
- 03
Written quote
A written quote lists the roofing, sarking or blanket, flashings, gutters and any other items in scope.
- 04
Frame check
Before installation we check battens or purlins are ready, straight and set out to suit the roof covering.
- 05
Install
Sarking or blanket goes down, then the sheets or tiles, flashings and ridge finishes.
- 06
Gutters and downpipes
Where included, gutters and downpipes are fitted and connected to the stormwater points provided.
- 07
Clean up and handover
Metal filings and offcuts are cleaned off so they do not rust stain the new roof, and the job is handed over.
What the job covers
Everything included in your new roofs
One written quote
Every item is set out in the quote you receive after inspection.
- 01
Plan and frame review
We check the drawings, pitch, roof form and frame readiness so the roof suits the design before materials are ordered.
- 02
Sarking or insulation blanket
Reflective sarking under tiles, or a condensation and insulation blanket under metal, laid before the roof covering.
- 03
Metal or tile installation
Colorbond or Lysaght steel sheets, or concrete or terracotta tiles, fixed to the manufacturer's requirements.
- 04
Flashings and ridge finishes
Wall, apron and valley flashings, ridge capping and barge finishes that keep water out at every junction.
- 05
Gutters and downpipes
Gutters and downpipes sized and placed to carry the roof's water away, supplied and fitted with the roof when included in the scope.
- 06
Final check and handover
Swarf and offcuts cleaned off, fixings checked, and the finished roof inspected before we hand it back to the builder or owner.
Let's take a look
Free on-site inspection and a written quote for the work you actually need.
Straight about price
What does it cost?
We do not publish a guide range for new roofs, because the price depends almost entirely on the design. The main factors are the roof's size and shape, its pitch and access, the material and profile, the steel grade for the site's exposure, the number of junctions, valleys and penetrations, and whether gutters, downpipes and insulation are included. A metal roof is not always cheaper than tile once the whole scope is counted. Every roof is different, so your exact price is confirmed in writing after we review the plans and visit the site, and the quote and on-site inspection are free.
Questions before you enquire
New Roofs questions
Straight answers to what homeowners ask us most about new roofs.
What is the difference between a new roof and a roof replacement?
A new roof goes onto new framing, such as a new home or an extension. A roof replacement removes an existing roof from a house and puts a new covering on the existing frame, often with new battens and sarking. The planning, pricing and risks are different, which is why we treat them as separate services.
Do you work with owner builders?
Yes. We are happy to work with owner builders as well as builders. We will need the plans, the frame details and a clear idea of the program so the roof goes on when the frame is ready.
Can you put a tile roof on an extension if my house has tiles?
Usually, if the extension frame is designed for tile weight and the pitch meets the tile maker's minimum. Some extensions have low pitches that suit metal better. We will look at the plans and suggest the option that will perform properly.
Which metal profile should I choose?
It depends on the pitch and the look you want. Corrugated suits traditional and coastal styles, trapezoidal profiles give a bolder line, and concealed fix profiles suit very low pitches and a clean finish. The manufacturer sets the minimum pitch for each profile, and we check your plans against it.
Does a new metal roof need insulation?
We recommend a condensation and insulation blanket under metal roofing on homes. It reduces rain noise, cuts heat gain and helps manage condensation. Your energy rating and approval documents may also require a certain level of insulation.
Do you install gutters and downpipes with a new roof?
We can, and it usually makes sense so the roof and drainage are designed together. Downpipes are connected to the stormwater points provided by the plumber or builder.
Is there a warranty on a new roof installation?
We offer a 10-year workmanship warranty. It covers workmanship, not materials. Roofing materials carry their own manufacturer warranties, which depend on the product and the site's exposure.
New Roofs across Newcastle NSW
Servicing all Newcastle NSW suburbs including:
Related services
- Metal Roofing →Colorbond and Lysaght steel, profiles and colours explained, with coastal grades where the site calls for them.
- Roof Replacements →Remove a worn roof and replace it with new metal or tile, with sarking and fresh flashings.
- Gutters and Downpipes →Gutter repairs, replacement, cleaning and guards, plus fascia covers and downpipes that actually drain.
- Skylights →Skylight installation in tile and metal roofs, and repairs to skylights that leak or have failed.
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