New roof in Perth
A new roof, done properly — re-roofing in tile or Colorbond, backed by a 10-year workmanship warranty.
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A new roof in Perth (a re-roof) starts at $170 per square metre with Powerdrive Roofing, in either tile or Colorbond. But many roofs that look finished only need a restoration at $22/m², so we give honest advice on whether a new roof is genuinely required before you spend. A firm figure follows a free inspection.
New roof pricing
- From $170 / m² — New tile or Colorbond roof (re-roof)
- $190 / m² — New terracotta tile roof
- $179 / m² — Colorbond off, Colorbond on
- From $22 / m² — Roof restoration — if a new roof is not needed
Prices are a guide for standard Perth metro jobs and are confirmed after a free site inspection. GST inclusive.
Do you actually need a new roof?
It’s the first question worth asking, because plenty of Perth roofs that look past it don’t need replacing. Faded colour, surface moss, a few cracked tiles and tired capping all look like “time for a new roof” — but they’re exactly what a restoration fixes at $22/m², a fraction of a re-roof.
A genuinely new roof (a full re-roof) is for roofs that have failed structurally: widespread cracked tiles, perished sarking, rotted battens, or metal rusted through. We’ll tell you honestly which camp your roof is in — there’s no benefit to us in selling you a new roof you don’t need.
Tile or Colorbond?
If you do need a new roof, the main choice is material. New roofs go on in concrete tile ($170/m²), terracotta ($190/m²), or Colorbond ($170/m² from tile, $179/m² Colorbond-to-Colorbond). Colorbond is lighter and lower-maintenance and sheds water fast; tile suits many Perth homes and character streetscapes. We help you choose based on your home, budget and location.
Why so many re-roof to Colorbond
Switching from heavy tile to Colorbond has been the most popular re-roof choice in Perth over the past 10–15 years. It lightens the load on an older frame, comes in 22 colours, and its proven anti-corrosion performance is a real advantage in coastal suburbs. A new roof is the natural moment to make that switch, and the tile-to-Colorbond rate ($170/m²) is the same as concrete-to-concrete.
What a new roof involves
A re-roof isn’t just new sheets or tiles. The old roof is stripped and removed from site, the battens and sarking are checked and renewed where needed, and the new roof is laid with correct fixings, flashings and fall. If the timber framing has softened, that’s addressed first — sometimes with delignification treatment rather than a full re-frame. It’s a complete job, itemised in your quote.
Coastal and bushland factors
Where your home sits shapes the new-roof decision. Coastal homes favour corrosion-resistant materials and durable finishes against salt air; bushland and hills homes, with their damp and shade, are where old battens most often need attention before the new roof goes on. We factor your location into the inspection and the recommendation, so the new roof is specified for how your home actually lives.
Getting a new roof quote
Every new roof is measured and quoted after a free inspection, so you know the exact figure and scope before committing — and, crucially, whether you need a new roof at all or whether a restoration will do. Backed by our 10-year workmanship warranty (and a 15-year Dulux AcraTex paint warranty if you restore instead), you’re covered either way.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a new roof cost in Perth?
A re-roof starts at $170/m² (concrete or tile-to-Colorbond), $190/m² for terracotta, $179/m² Colorbond-to-Colorbond. A restoration, if a new roof isn’t needed, is from $22/m².
Do I really need a new roof?
Often not — many tired Perth roofs just need a restoration at $22/m². A new roof is for structurally failed roofs. An honest inspection settles it.
Should I get a tile or Colorbond roof?
Colorbond is lighter and lower-maintenance; tile suits many Perth homes and character streets. We help you choose based on your home, budget and location.
Is re-roofing to Colorbond worth it?
For many Perth homes, yes — it lightens the frame, sheds water fast, and suits coastal conditions. Tile-to-Colorbond is $170/m².
Get a free, no-obligation quote → or call 0421 768 842. Backed by a 10-year workmanship and 15-year Dulux AcraTex paint warranty.