Roofers in Randburg, Johannesburg
Roof leak repairs and roof maintenance in Randburg and surrounds
We find what is really causing the leak and fix it from the structure out, instead of covering it with another layer of waterproofing. Free, easy-to-read quotes within about 30 km of Randburg.
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- Fixing roofs since 2004
- Free quotes
- Homes, agents and body corporates
Water coming through the ceiling right now?
Call or WhatsApp us with photos and we will tell you honestly when we can get there. What to do while you wait.
What we do
Roof repairs, from the timbers up
Most of our work is maintenance and repairs on homes, complexes and rental properties: leaks, storm damage, tiles, metal sheeting, flashings and the roof timbers underneath it all.
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Roof leak repairs
We trace the leak to its real source and fix the cause, not just the stain on the ceiling.
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Emergency and storm repairs
Water coming through the ceiling after a storm? Call or WhatsApp us and we will tell you honestly when we can be there.
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Roof maintenance and inspections
Regular check-ups catch cracked tiles, rust and loose flashings before they become ceiling damage.
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Roof tile repairs
Cracked, slipped or broken clay and cement tiles repaired or replaced, with the battens underneath checked too.
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Metal roof re-sheeting and flashings
Rusted sheets replaced and flashings fitted properly, where the roof meets walls, chimneys and extensions.
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Roof timber and frame repairs
Rotten, sagging or loose roof timbers replaced safely. Structural carpentry is where we started.
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Roof painting
Repairs first, then an even coat applied with an airless spray system, so the finish lasts.
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Waterproofing, done properly
Used as a finishing layer over a proper repair, never as a plaster over the problem.
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Patios, carports and skylights
Patio roofs, carports and lean-tos built from scratch in metal or wood, with skylights if you want the light.
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Why our repairs last
We fix the cause, not cover it
Most leaks start in one layer of the roof and show up in another. Many repairs just paint waterproofing over the spot. It looks fixed until the next storm.
“A lot of our work comes from repairing the ‘repairs’, which most often means ripping off the patch and going straight to the source of the problem.”
Roland, All Roof Repairs
Structure first
Wherever possible we go back to the original methods of framework and sheeting repairs, using wood, metal, nails and cement.
Waterproofing as a finish, not a fix
Liquid waterproofing has a limited life span in our harsh, dry winters. Heavy waterproofing also traps water and rusts metal sheets.
Timber matters
Roof timbers are almost always pine, which lasts roughly 65 years under a roof. A loose or rotting frame slowly works the whole roof loose.
The parts of a roof, and where leaks start
- Ridge capping. Seals the top of the roof where two slopes meet. Cracked or loose capping is a classic leak.
- Hip. The sloping edge where two slopes meet on a hipped roof. It is capped like the ridge.
- Valley. The channel between two roof slopes. It carries the most water, so leaks often start here.
- Roof tiles. Concrete or clay tiles, the first thing the weather hits. One cracked or slipped tile lets water straight in.
- Chimney flashing. Seals the gap where the chimney comes through the roof. One of the most common sources of leaks.
- Wall flashing. Seals the join where a lower roof meets a wall. If it lifts, water runs down inside the wall.
- IBR sheeting. Ribbed metal sheeting on patios, carports and many roofs. Rust, loose screws and lifted sheets let water in.
- Eaves. The part of the roof that hangs over the walls, keeping rain off them.
- Fascia board. Runs along the roof edge and carries the gutters. A rotten fascia lets the gutters sag.
- Gutter. Catches the water off the roof. Blocked or sagging gutters overflow against the walls.
- Downpipe. Takes the water from the gutter down to the ground and away from the house.
- Gable and barge boards. The triangular end wall of a pitched roof, and the boards that finish its sloping edges.
Under the tiles and sheets sit the battens, underlay and roof timbers that hold it all up. That is where we start.
How it works
Three steps to a roof that stays dry
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Tell us what is wrong
Call, WhatsApp us a few photos, or send the quote form. Photos help us understand the problem before we arrive.
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Free, easy-to-read quote
We look at the roof and give you a practical quote aimed at the root cause of the problem, not just the symptom.
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Fixed from the structure out
We repair the timber, sheeting, tiles or flashings properly first, and only use waterproofing as an extra layer on top.
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Our work
Some of our jobs
Metal roofs, tiled roofs, timber framing, patios and skylights, across Randburg and the northern suburbs.
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Metal roof sheeting
For property managers
Looking after a complex or a rental portfolio?
We work with estate agents, managing agents and body corporates. We fix what is urgent, keep on top of maintenance so small problems do not become ceiling damage, and give you clear quotes you can take to trustees or owners.
Roof care for complexesWhere we work
Based in Randburg, working about 30 km around
Our base is in Albertville, Randburg. Inside this area, quotes are free.
- Albertville
- Northcliff
- Blackheath
- Cresta
- Linden
- Emmarentia
- Greenside
- Melville
- Parkhurst
- Randburg
- Ferndale
- Bryanston
- Sandton
- Rivonia
- Fourways
- Florida
- Roodepoort
- Edenvale
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About us
A roofing team with a carpenter’s eye
All Roof Repairs is a Johannesburg company with over twenty years of experience in renovations and roof frameworks, in both metal and wood. Our clients are mostly homeowners, estate agents, body corporates and factory owners who need roof repairs and renovations.
Roland, who started the business, gained a lot of his experience in structural carpentry, insulation, waterproofing and renovation while living and working in the United Kingdom. We are a team of dedicated, practical and hard-working people, and we believe in skills development and sharing what we know.
More about usHow much does a roof repair cost?
Every roof is different, so we come out and give you a free, easy-to-read quote first. The price depends on what is causing the problem, the type of roof, how much timber, sheeting or tiling needs replacing, and how easy it is to reach. We explain the cause and what it will take to fix it properly.
Do you charge to come out and quote?
No. Quotes are free within about 30 km of Randburg. If you are further out, ask us.
Why not just put waterproofing on the leak?
Waterproofing on its own is a short-term patch. It has a limited life span in our harsh, dry winters, and heavy waterproofing traps water and rusts metal sheets. We fix the structure first and use waterproofing as a finishing layer.
What kind of roofs do you work on?
Mainly metal roofs, and a wide variety of clay and cement tiled roofs. We also repair and replace roof timbers, and build patio roofs, carports and lean-tos.
Can you guarantee the roof will not leak?
We fix the root cause so that the repair lasts, and we will explain exactly what is covered when we quote. One honest exception is hail: when hail packs into a roof valley it freezes solid and rain backs up behind it, so no roofer can guarantee against leaks caused by that.
Do you work with body corporates and estate agents?
Yes. Estate agents, managing agents and body corporates are some of our best clients. We handle repairs and maintenance across complexes and rental properties.
Free quotes within 30 km of Randburg
Get your roof sorted before the next storm
Tell us what is going on. We will look at the roof, find the real cause, and give you a free, easy-to-read quote.
- Fixing Johannesburg roofs since 2004
- We fix the cause, not cover it
- Homes, estate agents and body corporates