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What is Roof Painting?

  • Applying a protective coating or paint to your roof tiles or sheeting
  • Seals small cracks before they turn into leaks
  • Protects your roof from sun, rain, rust, and algae
  • Can reduce the heat inside your home by reflecting the sun
  • Adds 5-10 years to your roof's life — much cheaper than replacing it
  • Makes your roof look clean and well-maintained again

Why Does Your Roof Need It?

  • South Africa's sun is intense — it breaks down roofing material fast if not protected
  • Small cracks let water in — which causes ceiling damage, mold, and structural rot
  • Coastal homes get rust and corrosion from salt air — especially on metal roofs
  • Algae and moss grow on wet roofs and slowly break tiles apart
  • Waiting too long means paying for much bigger repairs or a full roof replacement
  • A painted roof keeps your home cooler — lowers electricity bills

Why Use a Professional?

  • Roof work is dangerous — professionals have the right safety equipment and insurance
  • They inspect the roof first and spot problems you can't see from the ground
  • They clean and prep the roof properly — moss, algae, and loose material must go first
  • The right coating system matters — acrylic, polyurethane, or elastomeric have different lifespans
  • If something goes wrong, a professional carries public liability insurance to protect you
  • A professional roof job lasts 8-15 years; DIY often fails within 2-3 years

What Does It Cost?

  • Small roof (80-120 m²): R12,000 - R25,000
  • Medium roof (120-200 m²): R20,000 - R40,000
  • Large roof (200+ m²): R35,000 - R70,000
  • Complex or steep roof: R40,000 - R80,000+
  • Better coating systems (polyurethane/elastomeric) cost more but last much longer
  • Roof repairs before coating will add to the total cost
  • Get 5 quotes — prices vary a lot depending on what's included

Types of Roof Coating

  • Acrylic coating: Most affordable, lasts 3-5 years — good for basic protection
  • Polyurethane coating: More durable, lasts 8-10 years — better value long term
  • Elastomeric coating: Most flexible, lasts 10-15 years — best for older or cracked roofs
  • Ask your painter which coating suits your specific roof type and age
  • A better coating now = fewer repairs and no replacement for longer
  • Coastal homes need coatings with salt-resistant properties — make sure to ask

Why Get 5 Quotes?

  • Roof painting quotes can vary by R20,000 - R30,000 for the same roof
  • Some painters use cheap acrylic; others use proper elastomeric — huge difference in lifespan
  • Not all painters inspect your roof before quoting — the ones that do are more trustworthy
  • Safety is critical — check that your painter has insurance for rooftop work
  • Some quotes include repairs; others don't — you need to compare apples to apples
  • 5 quotes means you make an informed choice — not just a lucky guess

Protect Your Roof Before It's Too Late

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  • Up to 5 vetted roof painters will contact you with quotes
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