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Tile and terracotta roofing
Concrete and terracotta tiles are familiar across many established Maitland suburbs. They can complement heritage and traditional homes, but their weight and the condition of battens, valleys and ridge mortar need consideration.
- Traditional appearance
- Individual tiles can be replaced
- Ridge capping requires maintenance
- Heavier roof system
Metal and Colorbond roofing
Colorbond is lightweight, available in a broad colour range and well suited to many contemporary homes, extensions and commercial roofs. Correct sheet profile, fasteners, flashings and thermal detailing are important.
- Lightweight system
- Long sheet lengths
- Broad colour choice
- Detailed flashing requirements
What should be compared?
Compare more than the initial appearance. Consider structure, roof pitch, neighbourhood character, noise and insulation strategy, drainage, access, maintenance expectations and how long you plan to keep the property.
Choosing the right system
A roof inspection and measured scope can reveal whether the existing system can be repaired or restored, or whether replacement is the more sensible long-term path.