
Roof replacement in Brisbane
Every roof reaches a point where patching stops working. Tiles go porous, mortar on the ridges cracks, iron rusts through at the laps and screws, and leaks start turning up in new places after every storm. When that happens, a full replacement is usually the fix that lasts.
Top Tin Roofing replaces roofs on homes across Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan and the Gold Coast. We take the old roof off, check the battens and frame underneath, and install a new Colorbond steel roof with new flashings, ridges and valleys. You get a written quote first, the crew keeps you updated through the job, and the site is cleaned up when we leave.
When a replacement makes more sense than a repair
A single cracked tile or a loose sheet is a repair. A replacement starts to make sense when the problems are spread across the whole roof: tiles that are porous and crumbling, ridge bedding failing in many places, rust through the sheets, or leaks that keep moving after each fix.
Age matters too. Many Brisbane homes built in the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s are still on their first concrete tile roof. When we inspect, we tell you honestly what we see, including when we think a roof still has life left in it.
Tile to Colorbond
Going from concrete tile to Colorbond is one of the most common replacements we do. Steel is much lighter than tile, so it takes load off the frame, and it sheds water quickly in a Queensland downpour. Tile roofs often use different batten spacing to metal, so we check the battens during the quote and allow for any changes in writing.
Asbestos roofs
Some older homes have fibre cement roofs that may contain asbestos. That material must be handled and removed by licensed people under Queensland rules. If we suspect asbestos, we tell you during the quote and explain how removal is arranged before any work starts.
Storm damage and insurance
If storm damage is the reason for the new roof, we can give you a written quote to send to your insurer. Your insurer decides what your policy covers. We do not give advice on insurance claims, but we are happy to explain the work we found and quoted.
Materials and options.
Colorbond steel
Our standard roofing material. Pre-painted steel made for Australian conditions, available in a wide range of colours and in corrugated and trimdek-style profiles.
Metal roofing options
Other metal roofing products can suit particular homes, for example sites very close to the coast. We explain the options during the quote.
Sarking and insulation
A layer under the sheets that helps with heat, condensation and noise. Worth considering on any replacement, and easiest to add while the old roof is off.
Four steps, start to finish.
Free quote and roof inspection
We look at the roof, the frame and access, and listen to what you want.
Written quote and colour choice
You get the price and scope in writing, then pick your profile and colour.
Installation by our crew
Old roof off, structure checked, new roof on, with updates as we go.
Clean up and final walk-through
We clear the site and walk you through the finished roof.




Thinking about roof replacement? Get a free quote.
We come out, look at the roof and give you a written price. Mon to Fri 7am to 6pm, Sat 9am to 5pm.
Roof replacement questions.
How do I know if my roof needs replacing rather than repairing?
Look for problems spread across the whole roof: porous or crumbling tiles, cracked ridge bedding in many places, rust through the sheets, or leaks that move after each repair. We inspect the roof for free and tell you honestly whether a replacement is the right call.
How long does a roof replacement take?
It depends on the size and shape of the roof, what is being removed and the weather. We give you a realistic timeframe in the written quote and keep you updated through the job.
What is included in the quote?
The written quote sets out the removal of the old roof, any batten work, sarking or insulation if chosen, the new sheets, flashings, ridges and valleys, and the clean up. If something is not included, the quote says so.
What happens with my solar panels?
If you already have solar, we take the panels off and put them back, with a licensed electrician handling the disconnect and reconnect. If you want a new solar system, we have a supplier we highly recommend. When we do your roof, we put you in direct contact with them: no middleman and no markup from us.
Can you replace a tile roof with Colorbond?
Yes. Tile to Colorbond is one of our most common jobs. We check the battens and frame during the quote and allow for any changes in writing.
What if my roof contains asbestos?
Asbestos must be removed by licensed people under Queensland rules. If we suspect your roof contains asbestos, we tell you during the quote and explain how its removal is arranged before work starts.
Do I need council approval to replace my roof?
Like-for-like roof replacements often do not need a building approval, but it depends on the work and the property, for example heritage-listed homes or changes to the roof structure. We will tell you if we think approval may be needed, and you can check with your local council.
Roof replacement near you.
We work across Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan and the Gold Coast. Find your suburb.
- Roof replacement in Aspley
- Roof replacement in Albany Creek
- Roof replacement in Chermside
- Roof replacement in Boondall
- Roof replacement in Stafford
- Roof replacement in Everton Park
- Roof replacement in Mitchelton
- Roof replacement in Ashgrove
- Roof replacement in The Gap
- Roof replacement in Kenmore
- Roof replacement in Indooroopilly
- Roof replacement in Belmont
- Roof replacement in Carindale
- Roof replacement in Wynnum
- Roof replacement in Birkdale
- Roof replacement in Capalaba
- Roof replacement in Mount Gravatt
- Roof replacement in Sunnybank
- Roof replacement in Acacia Ridge
- Roof replacement in Forest Lake
- Roof replacement in Bethania
- Roof replacement in Springwood
- Roof replacement in Shailer Park
- Roof replacement in Loganholme
- Roof replacement in Browns Plains
- Roof replacement in Beenleigh
- Roof replacement in Ipswich
- Roof replacement in Brassall
- Roof replacement in Redbank Plains
- Roof replacement in Goodna
- Roof replacement in Springfield Lakes
- Roof replacement in Ormeau
- Roof replacement in Coomera
- Roof replacement in Helensvale
- Roof replacement in Southport
- Roof replacement in Nerang
- Roof replacement in Robina
- Roof replacement in Burleigh Heads
- Roof replacement in Strathpine
- Roof replacement in North Lakes
Helpful reading.
Signs your roof needs replacing
How to tell when a roof needs replacing rather than repairing: what to look for on tile and metal roofs, inside the ceiling, and after a Brisbane storm.
Read the guide · 2 minRoof replacementHow a roof replacement works, step by step
What actually happens during a roof replacement, from the first inspection and written quote to removing the old roof, installing the new one and the final clean up.
Read the guide · 3 minCosts and quotesHow much does a roof replacement cost in Brisbane?
What drives the cost of a roof replacement in Brisbane: size, the roof coming off, pitch, access, valleys and extras, plus how a quote is built.
Read the guide · 3 minGet a price for roof replacement.
Two short steps. We come out, look at the roof and send a written quote.