Copper Roof Repairs & Re-Roofing

All-Dry Roofing is experienced in the traditional methods of installing copper gutters, downpipes, rainwater-heads as well as full replacement of intricate copper roofs and spires. Copper is historically the roofing metal of choice - the standard for judging all others. Copper's longevity stems from two factors. Firstly, it is relatively inert and does not corrode when exposed to the elements and, secondly, the brown-green patina (which is actually a thin layer of surface corrosion) acts as a skin that protects the metal from further degradation.

Because copper can last hundreds of years its expense can be justified if the building is designed to survive as long as the roof. One of the most attractive and longest-lasting styles of roof is the standing-seam copper roof. This requires specific custom hand-tools and knowledge of some old-time techniques. With a standing-seam roof the sheets of metal are folded together to form a weathertight skin without penetration of the skin by fasteners. The metal is cut to length and bent into a "pan" having an angular, u-shaped profile. As the pans are laid edge to edge and fastened in place, the edges are double-rolled, or "locked" together by hand to create a standing seam. No sealants other than solder are used.

Correct preparation of the deck under a new copper roof is vital, with strict guidelines to be followed for the timber and underlay material. All-Dry Roofing recently replaced a two-meter high conical spire on a National trust building in Randwick, using a copper standing-seam design. (See photos below for "Nugal Hall"). We also replaced the copper roofing on a heritage Art-deco style building in Macquarie Street. (See photos below for BMA House).

All-Dry Roofing will give a free, no obligation quote on any copper refurbishment or any new copper work.