0478 831 069 
michael@stormsideroofing.com.au
Leaking Roof Repairs in Melbourne
Failed flashings, corroded valleys, split laps and loose fixings repaired so the leak stops for good rather than until the next Melbourne storm.
Rated 5/5 from 30+ Google reviews
A Sealed Leak Is Not A Fixed Leak
Roof leak repairs have a poor reputation, and mostly it is deserved. The standard approach is to find something that looks like it might be the problem and run a bead of sealant over it.
On a steel roof that expands and contracts every single day, sealant is under constant movement. It hardens, loses adhesion, and the joint opens up again, usually within a couple of seasons.
Meanwhile the underlying fault is untouched. The flashing is still short, the valley is still corroded, and the water is still finding the same path in.
- Ceiling stains that reappear after a repair "worked" for a while
- Visible beads of old sealant along flashings and laps
- Valley irons rusted through under built up leaf litter
- Flashings without enough cover onto the roof sheet
- Screws with perished washers no longer sealing the hole
Replace What Failed, Not What Is Nearest
Once we have traced the leak to its source, we fix the component that failed. A corroded valley comes out and a new one goes in full length into the gutter. A flashing without enough cover gets replaced with one that has it.
Fixings get replaced across the whole affected area rather than one at a time, because if one washer has perished after twenty years in the sun, its neighbours are not far behind.
Sealant still gets used where it belongs, as a secondary measure at fixings and laps. It is never the thing holding the water out.
- The failed component replaced rather than sealed over
- Valleys run full length so they discharge into the gutter
- Flashings reformed with correct upstand and cover
- Fixings replaced across the affected area, not individually
- The rest of the roof checked so you know what is coming next
Melbourne Homeowners On Our Repairs
- Amanda Cunningham Home Owner
Absolutely brilliant to deal with, prompt, efficient, knowledgeable, and his workmanship is amazing. We would definitely recommend Michael and we will be using his services again on some future projects.
Google - Michael B Home Owner
We recently bought our house, which was only five years old, and unfortunately discovered extensive roof issues that had not been built to Australian standards. After speaking with several roofers, Michael came across as the most professional and helpful. He was prompt, meticulous, and I couldn't recommend him more highly.
Google - Aleksandar Andonov Home Owner
The team was professional and detail-oriented from start to finish. They replaced my old tile roof with a new tin roof, restored damaged areas, and installed new fascia and gutters. Their work quality is outstanding, and they completed everything on time and within budget.
Google
Talk To A Licensed Roof Plumber
Send us a few details and we will book an inspection, get up on the roof, and put a written quote in front of you. You will know the scope, the materials and the price before anything starts.
No hidden fees and no pressure. If a repair will do the job, we will say so.
- Phone 0478 831 069
- Location Cranbourne
Leaking Roof Repair Questions
Small repairs such as replacing failed fixings or refitting a loose flashing are at the low end. Replacing a corroded valley or reforming a full wall flashing costs more, and anything requiring scaffolding adds to it again. We find the cause first, then give you a written price so there are no surprises.
Call us and we will prioritise it. Fast response is one of the things our customers mention most. If we cannot reach you the same day we will talk you through how to limit the damage inside until we can.
Catch the water if you safely can, and if the ceiling is bulging, it is holding a lot of water and can come down. Do not climb into a wet roof space or onto a wet roof yourself. Call us and we will deal with it.
Insurers generally cover sudden events like storm damage rather than gradual wear and tear. If a storm caused it, we can inspect and document the damage properly so your insurer has what they need. If it is age related deterioration, that usually sits with the owner.
Then we will tell you. If the coating has gone across the roof and rust is coming through at every lap, another repair is choosing which leak to fix next. We will show you photos and let you decide. Our roof replacement page covers that option.
We cover Melbourne's South East, from Cranbourne and Pakenham through to Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula. Check our areas we serve page, or call 0478 831 069 and we will let you know either way.