Discover expert roofing and cladding tips to protect and enhance your Wellington home’s roof and walls effectively and efficiently.
Planning roofing or cladding work? Send the property address and a few photographs if available. We can confirm whether the project is within our service area and whether a site assessment is the appropriate next step.
These answers provide a practical starting point. The appropriate roof or cladding system still depends on the building, address, exposure and manufacturer requirements. For detailed technical guidance, see the NZ Metal Roof and Wall Cladding Code of Practice and WorkSafe guidance for working on roofs.
Metal roofing can suit many Wellington homes because it is comparatively lightweight and is available in profiles and finishes for different roof forms and environments. Suitability and durability still depend on pitch, support, exposure, material finish, fixings, flashings, drainage, installation and maintenance. No single lifespan applies to every roof.
Metal wall cladding can provide a durable, low-maintenance exterior with a wide choice of profiles and finishes. Its performance depends on the specified wall system and careful detailing around windows, doors, corners, penetrations, base clearances and roof junctions.
Not automatically. Roof pitch, geometry, support, wind exposure, coastal environment, drainage and manufacturer requirements need to be considered for the building. A tile-to-metal conversion may also require assessment of weight, wind uplift, underlay, support and the consent position.
Follow the roofing manufacturer’s maintenance guidance for the product and environment. Safe observations can include checking for debris, blocked drainage, coating damage, corrosion and changes around flashings or penetrations. Roof access involves fall risks, so do not climb onto a wet, steep, brittle or unfamiliar roof.
Begin with a product and finish suitable for the address and exposure. Then compare physical samples with the building exterior in different light. Confirm that the selected finish, profile and accessories form a compatible system and record the final product and colour in the quote.
Exposure can influence material finish, fixing patterns, flashings, sheet layout and maintenance requirements. These decisions should be made for the actual address using the relevant manufacturer guidance and the NZ Metal Roof and Wall Cladding Code of Practice.
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