Roof Leak Repairs

The main reason is that it's hard to know what a roof leak or a leaky roof needs without getting right in there—pulling off roof panels, cutting openings, and testing. Sometimes the problem is obvious, but often it’s not, or there could be multiple issues.

That’s why a roof repair quote doesn't always work. Many people won’t come out to quote, or they may not know what to quote. At Ballast Point, we start the roof leak repair process, and often, we can address some issues right away. If not, we create a plan for moving forward.

We provide fixed-price roof leak repairs, roof maintenance, damp repairs, and broader building envelope services. You can book us online, and we’ll come to site to inspect the issue, carry out water testing to trace the source of the leak, and investigate further where needed. In many cases, we can carry out urgent repairs on the spot. If we uncover a larger issue, we provide a full written report with photos, along with a detailed scope of works and cost estimate for any further repairs.

At Ballast Point, we don’t rely on guesswork or provide quotes without properly investigating the issue first. We begin on site by listening to your concerns, visually inspecting the roof and building envelope, and carrying out water testing to trace the source of the leak. That testing is a critical part of our process, because roof leaks cannot be diagnosed reliably without it. Where needed, we investigate further by lifting a tile or sheet, opening a ceiling panel, or using an inspection camera. We then carry out urgent repairs on the spot where possible and provide a written report, scope of works, and cost estimate for any further repairs.

We service the Inner West, Sydney City, the Inner East, including Woollahra and Paddington. We also regularly work in Canada Bay. Our main focus is the Inner West, East, and Sydney City, but we do jobs all over, including roof repairs in Double Bay. We frequently work in suburbs like Balmain, Rozelle, Birchgrove, East Balmain, Lilyfield, Glebe, and Annandale. Just get in touch!

Yes, we handle damp walls, floors, and under-house issues. We replace damp courses, install ventilation, and treat poorly drained walls. Our focus is the building envelope—floors, walls, and drainage. Many damp problems are related to poor drainage, not just moisture. Often, we can resolve moisture issues by redirecting groundwater, a service we include in our roof maintenance and repair offerings.

A licensed builder or senior tradesperson will be involved in every inspection, either on site or via video review of the inspection photos. We’ll meet with you on site, listen to your concerns, and carry out a full visual inspection of the roof, gutters, flashings, chimney, and building envelope. We also conduct water testing to trace the source of the leak, and where needed, we may go further by lifting a tile or sheet, opening a ceiling panel, or using an inspection camera. If possible, we’ll carry out urgent repairs on the spot, and afterward we provide a written report with photos, plus a detailed scope of works and cost estimate for any further repairs.

We guarantee the workmanship of our repairs. Because roof leaks can involve multiple contributing issues, we address the most obvious and urgent problems first and, where needed, continue investigating to identify all sources of water entry. We use water testing as part of the diagnostic process, and every inspection involves a licensed builder or senior tradesperson, either on site or via video review of the inspection photos, to help ensure quality and consistency.

Yes, we offer periodic maintenance, including half-yearly or annual inspections. We can clean gutters and check the roof during these visits.

Our standards are higher than most roofers. Many leaks result from multiple issues, like chimneys and flashings. Unlike others who specialise in one type of roof, our team handles all aspects, from metal roofs to waterproofing chimneys. We assess the entire situation, addressing all contributing factors with our skilled all-rounders, ensuring effective roof maintenance and repair.