Project Summary — Botany, Auckland
This is a real, completed My Homes Construct Ltd project in Botany. The photos below are from this actual job — no stock imagery.
Botany, Auckland
Suburb
1 day
Time on site
My Homes Construct Ltd
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Project Scope
Full roof wash and inspection carried out on a Botany home to clean the roof surface and check for any issues. The work was completed in 1 day on site.
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About Roof Cleaning
Professional roof cleaning in Auckland removes moss, lichen and algae with safe low-pressure and soft-wash methods, starting from around $300 for a standard roof.
- Soft-wash & low-pressure roof cleaning
- Removes moss, lichen, algae & staining
- Protects coatings & extends roof life
- From $300 — free quote
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does roof painting cost in Auckland?
Roof painting in Auckland typically starts from $1,500 for a standard residential roof, depending on size, pitch, condition and material. We provide free no-obligation quotes — call 022 315 8987.
Q: How often should I have my roof cleaned in Auckland?
Auckland's humid climate means most roofs benefit from professional cleaning every 2–3 years. Roofs with significant tree coverage or north-facing aspects may need annual cleaning to prevent moss and lichen buildup.
Q: What roofing materials do you work with?
We work with all common NZ roofing materials including concrete tiles, terracotta/clay tiles, Colorsteel, corrugated iron, fibrous cement, butynol membrane and decramastic tiles.
Q: Do you offer emergency roof leak repair in Auckland?
Yes. We offer rapid-response roof leak repair across Auckland. Call 022 315 8987 for urgent roofing issues and we will arrange same-day or next-day inspection where possible.
Q: How is site clean-up handled — especially nails and offcuts?
Old roofing goes straight to a bin rather than onto the lawn, gutters are cleared of debris created by the work, and the ground is magnet-swept for fixings before the crew leaves. Ask specifically about the magnet sweep when comparing quotes: it is the difference between a tidy handover and finding screws with a bare foot in February.
Q: How often should an Auckland roof be cleaned?
Most roofs here benefit from professional cleaning every 2–3 years. Roofs with heavy tree cover or a south-facing aspect that never dries out may need it annually to stop moss and lichen establishing. Roof cleaning typically runs $300–$1,400 depending on size, pitch and how much growth has taken hold before you start.
Q: Is moss actually damaging my roof, or is it cosmetic?
It is both. Moss and lichen hold moisture against the surface, accelerate coating breakdown on steel and erode the surface of concrete tile, and clumps break loose and block downpipes. Treatment typically runs $250–$1,400 depending on roof size and severity, and treating early is dramatically cheaper than replacing a coating that moss has already worked through.
Q: How much does re-roofing cost in Auckland by house size?
Budget by roof area, not house price. On a small home up to 100m² long-run Colorsteel typically runs $12,000–$20,000 and concrete tile $18,000–$30,000. A 100–200m² home is usually $20,000–$38,000 in Colorsteel or $30,000–$55,000 in tile. Above 200m², expect $38,000–$45,000+ and $55,000–$65,000+ respectively. Your exact figure depends on pitch, access and what the old roof hides.
Q: What is a normal price range for a roof repair in Auckland?
Most residential roof repairs land between $150 and $1,800. A single cracked tile, a re-bedded ridge or one lifted flashing sits at the bottom of that band; multiple leak points, rusted valley replacement or work needing a harness system and edge protection sits at the top. We quote the repair in writing after inspection so you can compare it against replacement cost before committing.
Q: Do you charge for a roof inspection or quote?
No. Roof inspections and quotes are free and carry no obligation across every Auckland suburb we serve. We attend, assess the roof, photograph anything that matters and issue a written itemised quote. Phone estimates are guesses — a roof cannot be priced honestly from the ground or from a photo, so we always look at the actual roof first.
Q: Why do roofers quote per square metre, and is that a fair comparison?
A per-m² rate is a planning tool, not a quote. It covers sheet or tile plus labour, but it excludes the variables that move the price most: scaffolding, roof pitch, number of penetrations, valley and flashing lengths, and disposal of the old roof. Two quotes with the same per-m² rate can differ by thousands. Always compare total fixed prices with a written scope, not rates.
Q: What should a roof replacement quote actually include?
A complete quote names the product and profile, the underlay, all flashings and ridge capping, fixings, removal and disposal of the old roof, scaffolding or fall protection, gutter and downpipe work if affected, clean-up, and both the workmanship and manufacturer warranty terms. If any of those are missing they become variations later. Ask for anything excluded to be listed explicitly.
Related Pages
About this service · Roofing Services in Botany · Our work in East Auckland · All projects
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