How Often Should You Get a Roof Inspected?

Posted on April 5, 2019March 13, 2024 by Homestyle Roof Painters

Why Your Roofing Needs Inspecting

Your roofing needs to be inspected from time to time to ensure that it’s safe and that it doesn’t need to be repaired or replaced.

Fix small problems before they cause bigger issues
Ensure that your roof is safe
Find out if you need to replace your roof
Ensure proper maintenance of your roof

The experts at Homestyle Roof Painters offer a variety of services to meet your roofing needs, including doing inspections.

This is a valuable way to protect your home and your family and take care of your house at the same time. How do you know if your roof needs to be inspected? Keep reading for everything you need to know.

Reasons To Get a Roof Inspection

There Has Been a Big Storm

A simple rainstorm won’t necessitate a roof inspection, but a violent storm might. If there has recently been a lot of rain or other extreme weather, your roof could be damaged and you don’t know yet. Letting it go could result in more damage and leaks in your home. We can assess for damage and repair or replace parts that broken or missing so your roof is restored to its old condition.

You have a leak

If you have exhausted all other options, the leak is probably in the roof. Our leak detection service can identify the source of the leak.

You Need to File an Insurance Claim

If you need to file an insurance claim due to hail, rain or other damage, you will need to have your roof inspected beforehand. This process creates a detailed picture of what’s wrong with your roof so your insurance company can calculate the money owed to you for the claim. You can then use that money and we’ll replace or repair your roof quickly and efficiently.

You Want to Increase the Value of Your Home

A new roof can dramatically increase the value of your house, which is great if you plan to sell anytime in the next couple of years. At the same time, a new roof increases the curb appeal of your house and makes it more attractive for your own enjoyment or to attract future buyers.

Give Homestyle Roof Painters a call today to arrange an inspection. We can then help you decide what your next steps are.

How Long Does A Roof Inspection Take?

On average a roof inspection takes around 30-40mins.

How Often Should You Get a Roof Inspected?

General guidelines suggest that your roof needs an inspection every 3-5 years depending on the type of roof you have.

To keep small problems at bay, our experts recommend having your roof inspected more often than that.

If it’s been longer than that, it’s time to give us a call so we can come look at it.

This routine maintenance is a good way to save money on costly repairs that are a result of neglect.

It doesn’t take long to do a roof inspection and you will get some valuable information about your roof in the process.

Check out our previous post on roof painting:

Benefits of Painting Your Roof Tiles

Add Property Value with Roof Painting

Posted on March 13, 2019March 13, 2024 by Homestyle Roof Painters

Whether you plan to sell your house in the near future or not, it always pays to pay attention to the property value of your home.

That way when and if you do choose to sell, you can get the most money for it. One great way to increase the overall value of your house is to paint the roof.

There are many benefits to roof painting on the Sunshine Coast and the experts at Homestyle Roof Painters can help you get the job done right. Here’s why it works.

Improve Kerb Appeal

One thing that really helps to sell houses is the way your home looks on the outside.

Painting the roof is a less costly way to transform the exterior of your house without having to pay to replace the entire roof.

You can give your home a lighter and brighter look and make it appear fresh and new with a simple coat of paint and our roof painters can do a great job to help you.

Reduce Energy Consumption

A painted roof acts as a bit of extra insulation for your home, reducing your energy consumption and lowering your energy bills.

The Colourbond paint we use helps hold the warm air in during the winter and the cool air in during the heat of the summer.

This is a great selling point as all homeowners want to lower their monthly bills and save money.

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

Energy experts say that painting your roof is good for the environment because lowers energy usage, but also because it reduces your carbon emissions.

In this day and age, many potential home buyers want a house that costs less and is a healthy choice for the community.

When we paint your roof, you are doing your part for the environment and that always feels good.

Protects Your House

When we paint your roof it also helps protect your home by eliminating moss and lichen growth, which sometimes occurs in places that don’t get a lot of sun.

This helps prolong the lifespan of your roof and ensures that you don’t have to replace it more often than is necessary.

It also protects against cracks and holes in the roof that need to be repaired before they cause further issues.

Contact Homestyle Roof Painters today for more information and help with painting your roof and improving your home value.

You can also use our special free online paint previewer to see how your home would look.

Check out our previous post on Roof Restorations:

Do I Need A Roof Restoration?

Finding a Roof Repair Specialist On The Sunshine Coast

Posted on September 13, 2018July 10, 2024 by Homestyle Roof Painters

When you need roof repair on the Sunshine Coast, Homestyle Roof Painters offers the full range of services for every home or business owner.

In addition to performing inspections and helping you detect potential problems, our trained experts can help you get things fixed and back to normal.

Here’s a rundown of all the services we offer.

Roof Painting

Painting your roof offers many benefits, including adding to your home’s value, increasing kerb appeal and protecting both the inside and outside of your home.

We can help you choose the right colour, apply the paint and we offer a warranty afterward for your satisfaction.

Roof Cleaning

Because your roof is consistently exposed to the elements, it will naturally get dirty over time.

Whether that means dirt, algae, or other debris, we have the tools and the training to make it clean again.

A clean roof lasts longer, maintains the value of your home, and gives your house a better aesthetic.

Roof Repair

Putting off roof repairs on the Sunshine Coast can lead to more cost. Do you have broken or missing tiles? Is your roof leaking?

We offer both routine and emergency roof repair, which includes cleaning, replacement and repair for cracks, missing tiles, and other damage to your roof.

Obviously, this maintains the integrity of your house so don’t put off calling us.

Roof Restorations

If your roof is looking a bit worse for the wear, we are here to help.

We can restore it to its former glory, which includes such services as painting, cleaning, and repairing damage.

We can clean your solar panels and offer you an eco-friendly service as the same time.

Roof leak detection

If you have a leak, our technicians are available on an emergency basis to help you find the leak and get it repaired right away.

Our experts will find the issue, give you a written report, and if they have the time and materials on hand, will fix it on the spot for you.

All our work, even minor roof repairs, is fully guaranteed and covered by our exclusive warranty.

Gutter cleaning

This is a messy job, but it must be done at least once or twice a year.

Not doing so compromises the integrity of your home’s exterior and can lead to costly problems.

We can get your gutters clean in no time. We’ll even do minor repairs and replace broken components along the way.

Call Homestyle Roof Painters today for all your roofing needs.

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The Problems Caused By Old Roof Tiles

Do You Need Emergency Roof Repair?

Posted on August 2, 2018August 2, 2018 by Homestyle Roof Painters

Homeowners in South East Queensland are all too familiar with the seasonal thunderstorms in the spring and summer months.

Brisbane also lies in the Tropical Cyclone risk area and, although cyclones are rare, the ones that hit are known to cause tremendous damage.

Torn roofs and felled trees are a common occurrence.

Even the strongest metal roof is no match for a severe hail storm.

As a homeowner, it is important to know what to do in the event a tree has fallen, otherwise you have storm damage that will ultimately require emergency roof repair.

A roof that is damaged is at the mercy of dangerous elements, such as torrential rain and strong winds.

Any repair work should be done before further rain arrives. Failing to do so could result in structural damage to the rest of the house, therefore incurring higher costs.

Inspect Your Roof

As a general rule, it is important to check your roof at least once a year, especially if you have experienced severe storms or hail in recent times.

Regardless of the type of roof, it is still exposed to the elements and if it remains unchecked, you could be overlooking small problems that could get out of hand quickly.

Inspect your roof, make note of any obvious signs of damage and contact Homestyle Roof Painters right away for emergency roof repair.

Our experts will fully assess your roof’s condition and carry out the necessary repairs.

Do a Preliminary Check

Start indoors and check your ceilings and walls for signs of water damage. Mould, discolouration, or blistered surfaces are tell-tale signs of leaks.

Go outdoors and check the surface of the ground that is under your roof.

Signs of broken or crumbling tiles indicate your roof has damaged tiles which makes it vulnerable to leaks.

Walk around the perimeter of your property and examine the shape of your roof.

A saggy or misshapen roof can indicate problems with the supporting roof structure.

Get Emergency Roof Repair

If you notice any of the above signs of roof damage or you are not sure how to inspect your roof on your own, get in touch with our roofing specialists.

The team at Homestyle Roof Painters has the experience and tools to repair and reinforce a storm damaged roof.

The important thing is to not delay and face another wet season unprotected.

Call 07 5495 2200 and the experienced roof repairers at Homestyle Roof Painters will get your roof in tip top shape in no time.

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Are You Looking For Affordable Roofing Experts in Brisbane?

Looking for an Experienced Roof Painter?

Posted on July 24, 2018July 10, 2024 by Homestyle Roof Painters

There are many types of roofing available and each requires its own individual approach when it comes to refurbishing treatments.

Metal is one of the strongest materials for roofs but it also requires care and maintenance to be long-lasting.

Metal roofing – unless it is powder coated – is susceptible to rusting, breakage, leakage, and even denting from hail stones or flying debris.

Our company specialises in painting and roof repair on the Sunshine Coast and our team can carefully inspect and restore your metal roof to its former condition.

Bring it to Life

When it comes to painting your metal roofing, care and attention to detail are imperative.

If you want the best roof repair on the Sunshine Coast for roof repair, then leave the work to the professionals.

Leaving the work in the hands of a novice or attempting DIY can leave your roof worse off.

Here are some common mistakes when it comes to treating a metal roof.

Using Leftover Paint

Metal roofing is made from different materials, including copper, zinc, aluminium, steel or tin, all of which require special treatment.

Using leftover paint from other parts of your house, such as wood, dry wall or fibreglass paints, will not properly cover and protect metal.

At Homestyle Roof Painters, we use premium Acryloc Primers and Acryloc Roof Membrane paints.

These special metal paints include features such as heat-reflective and weather-resistant capabilities.

Thanks to their formulations, you will get a fantastic finish that will also protect the metal.

Not Using a Sealant

Before the paint is applied, your roof must be properly sealed using a product designed for metal roofs.

Sealants add life to your roof and act as a bond to help paint adhere properly.

Skipping this step will result in the paint peeling off the metal, which will cause further damage with time.

Wrong Application Methods

Our skilled painters have a great deal of experience in roof painting and roof repair on the Sunshine Coast.

We utilise only the best painting tools and techniques to deliver a flawless finish.

If a DIY job goes wrong because the paint has not been applied properly, we will come and assess the damage.

Save yourself the headache and call us whenever you feel your roof needs an uplift.

Our roofing experts at Homestyle Roof Painters have more than 35 years of industry experience and skill to properly treat and renew your metal roof.

Give us a ring on (07) 5495 2200 or fill in our contact form to get a quote.

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How Long Does a Roof Restoration Take?

What Are Whirly Birds & What Are The Benefits

Posted on July 6, 2018July 10, 2024 by Homestyle Roof Painters

Whirly birds or ‘turbine vents’ are a type of semi-mechanical vent that can be installed on the roof of your house to help remove heat from the ceiling cavity.

These ventilation systems are known for being stable, cost-effective and environmentally friendly.

Like other parts of your roof, whirly birds become dirty and need to be regularly maintained in order to continue to work efficiently.

If you are thinking about installing this type of system but are worried about how it will affect your roof, you will be glad to know that we provide roof restoration on the Sunshine Coast.

We will thoroughly clean all parts of your roof before working on it. This includes whirly birds, solar panels and skylights.

Whirly birds can provide many benefits to your home, but it is important to look after them. Here are a few reasons why.

Simple

Whirly birds operate in a very simple way. They intake air and push it into your house and do the same by dragging air out.

Compared to other cooling and ventilation systems, whirly birds are an easy system to use and maintain.

As part of roof restorations on the Sunshine Coast, Homestyle Roof Painters can clean and maintain your whirly birds so that they keep on performing at their best.

Green

Besides being great for the environment, green products also add to your overall experience.

Unlike other systems, whirly birds work 24/7 without emitting toxic gases or chemicals as by-products, which make them eco-friendly and safe for use.

They also prevent rainwater from seeping into your home.

Cost-Effective

This goes hand-in-hand with the above mentioned benefit. Since they require no strong power to run, you will end up saving money on your energy bills.

High power bills are common in the summer months when everyone cranks up their air conditioning units.

However, a whirly bird can complement your existing cooling system to save you money.

Adaptable

If you are looking for services such as whirly bird installation or roof restoration on the Sunshine Coast, it does not matter the size or type of roof you own.

Thanks to simple installation techniques, everyone can have a whirly bird in their home.

However, it is recommended that you get your whirly bird ventilators installed by a licensed professional.

Homestyle Roof Painters will be there to help keep your roof and whirly birds looking their best.

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The Roof Restoration Process – How Long Does It Take?

The Roof Restoration Process – How Long Does It Take?

Posted on June 26, 2018July 10, 2024 by Homestyle Roof Painters

Your roof does the job of protecting you and your family from external elements.

Like anything else, it has a lifecycle and is subjected to natural wear and tear over time, but neglect can be disastrous.

Falling tiles, leaks and a dull, mouldy surface, are all indications of a problematic roof that is in need of an overhaul.

You may have considered hiring a tile restoration company in Brisbane, such as Homestyle Roof Painters, but have reservations on how long the process may take.

Here is everything you need to know about roof restorations.

The average roof restoration process in Australia can take around 2 to 7 days if weather conditions are favourable.

Some companies might be able to complete the project within 3 days to minimise any disruption to your day-to-day life.

Here are the various stages of the roof restoration process:

Inspection

The first step in a roof restoration will be an assessment of the work to be undertaken.

A thorough inspection will identify issues like cracks, breakage, dents, holes and other problems that will compromise the stability of your roof.

Homestyle Roof Painters will also conduct checks inside your home to see if there are other problems to be addressed.

For example problems like mould growth, water stains, or unusual odours.

How Much Does Roof Restoration Cost?

During the inspection stage, roof measurements and calculations will be taken.

The roofing company will generate a quotation based on the estimated cost of the project, and the total scope of work to be performed will be discussed further.

At this point, you can decide if you want to move forward with the project or not.

If you choose to move forward with tile restoration from a Brisbane roofing specialist, they will provide you with a schedule.

This will explain each of the services performed during the restoration process.

Roof Restoration

Now that the costs and scheduling have been agreed upon, the roof restoration project kicks off with a thorough roof cleaning, repair, and recoating.

The timeframe for each process usually takes 1 to 2 days, however, this may vary amongst companies that do tile restoration in Brisbane.

The best roofing companies provide quality inspection and checks after each phase of the project to ensure that the outcome is satisfactory and meets your expectations.