Metal Roofing

Why steel is popular in Canberra

Steel roofing has become the default for many new homes and extensions across the ACT. It is light, quick to install and handles the region’s wide temperature range without cracking. For older homes, swapping heavy concrete tiles for steel can take load off a tired frame and remove the ongoing upkeep of ridge pointing.

Profiles and finishes

The profile you choose affects both the look and how the roof performs:

• Corrugated – the traditional choice, cost-effective and at home on everything from cottages to new builds.
• Trimdek and similar – bold, wide ribs that suit lower pitches and contemporary designs.
• Standing seam – hidden fixings and crisp lines, often used on architectural homes and feature roofs.

Colours range from light greys that reflect summer heat to darker tones that suit modern facades. We bring sample swatches to site so you can see them against your brick or cladding.

Getting the details right

Metal roofs perform well when they are installed carefully. That means the right screws at the right spacing, sheets turned up at the high end and down into gutters, and flashings folded to fit rather than forced into place. We also clear every scrap of swarf, because steel filings left on a roof will rust and stain the finish.

Comfort and ventilation

An anti-condensation blanket under the sheets reduces rain noise, adds insulation and stops moisture forming on the underside of the steel on frosty mornings. We often pair metal roofs with whirlybirds or ridge vents to move trapped heat out of the roof space in summer.

Whether it is a new build, an extension tied into an existing roof or a full tile-to-metal conversion, we plan the job around your builder or your household.