Canterbury Roof Coatings is a Christchurch-based roof repair and painting company with over 20 years in business. We are proud to be a Roofing Association member, reflecting our commitment to professional standards and quality workmanship.
We serve all of Christchurch and the greater Canterbury region, from Ashburton to Kaikōura.

Canterbury Roof Coatings repair and repaint roofs using professional coating systems and airless spray guns to ensure complete high-quality coverage of the roof. 
We can also make repairs to roofs that do not yet need replacement.

The Canterbury Roof Coating difference is our unmatched experience and dedication to doing a high-quality job for all our clients. 
We’ve been in business serving our local area in Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region for over 20 years. 
We only use the finest professional grade materials to ensure an excellent paint finish that stands the test of time.

We serve all parts of Christchurch and the wider Canterbury region from Ashburton to Kaikoura.

Yes, we do provide free roof inspections and quotes for roof repainting and repairs.

Yes, we work with homeowners and residential and commercial property managers.

Yes, we work with businesses and corporate clients. We can repaint and repair roof of any size.

You would choose roof recoating rather than reroofing to extend the life of your current roof and to save a significant amount of money. 
We will advise you, however, if your roof has reached the end of its service life and reroofing is the more appropriate option.

We restore and recoat all common roof types including metal, COLORSTEEL, concrete tiles, texture and chip coated roof tiles (such as Decramastic tiles).

Yes, we are licensed Aalto Professional Roof Coating applicators. 
We specialise in using Aalto products which we’ve found to be exceptionally well suited to Canterbury’s harsh weather conditions.

Roof painting, roof recoating, and roof restoration are all part of the same process.

A complete roof restoration typically includes cleaning, repairing any damage to the roof, a moss and lichen treatment, and repainting.

Yes, with proper maintenance, a new roof coating can extend the life of your roof by up to 20 years.

Roof paint in New Zealand normally lasts up to 20 years with proper maintenance – mainly regular moss and lichen treatments every two to three years.

Roof recoating benefits are that it adds value to your house by improving its appearance.
It also gives you peace of mind, because you know we have repaired any damage prior to repainting and there are no leaks.

Yes, a faded can roof can often be repainted instead of replaced.

Yes, roof coatings can improve your home’s appearance and value. 
It will reward you everyday by looking fresh and new, and be more attractive to buyers if you want to sell.

Yes, a new roof coating can help protect your home against Canterbury’s harsh weather.

On average a residential roof in Christchurch should be repainted every 20 years.

You’ll know when your roof needs repainting or restoration when its paint is faded and/or you notice damage like flaking paint, 
or cracked or broken tiles. If your roof has concrete tiles you might see sand in the guttering.

During a roof inspection we will thoroughly check for damage and things that might need repair or other maintenance that 
might be needed in the near future – for example moss and lichen treatment.

Roof preparation is important before painting because it sets the foundation for a quality paint job that will last for years to come.

We pressure wash or soft wash roofs before recoating them. We don’t water blast because that can damage a roof if the water 
pressure is too much. We will also apply a moss and lichen treatment.

Yes we will always complete any necessary repairs to a roof before we repaint it.

A primer is different to a basecoat. A primer is used where there is bare metal exposed. A base coat is applied to provide better adhesion for the top coat. 
Depending on the roof type it might require a primer or a base coat or both.

We apply roof paint using a professional airless spray system which applies a deeper coat compared to the air systems used in car painting. 
Airless spray also results in less atomisation of the paint so overspray is much less.

The time a roof restoration takes depends on the size of the roof and the extent of the preparation and repair work required. 
Usually the full job takes 3 to 5 days of total time. However when we apply a moss and lichen treatment we like to leave it for a around 
one week, before applying the top coat.

We carry out roof restorations in Canterbury from Spring to Autumn. The weather conditions over winter are not suitable for restoring and painting roofs.

No, roof restoration will not disrupt your daily routine.

If your roof is too damaged to restore we will recommend replacement by a roofing company. 
We do not do reroofing ourselves, but we’re happy to recommend someone in your area.

A Decramastic roof is a metal tile chip coated roofing product popular in the 1970s until the mid 1990’s.

Yes we can recoat your Decramastic roof using a professional roof paint system.

Yes if it isn’t badly worn or damaged it is worth restoring a Decramastic roof.

If a Decramastic roof has been well maintained and not suffered any damage it can last for over 50 years.

Yes, faded Decramastic roofs can often be restored by recoating.

The restoration process for a Decramastic roof is a soft wash, followed by a moss and lichen treatment, 
retexturing worn tiles, and then recoating with a new top coat.

The cost to restore a Decramastic roof depends on its size, and if it’s damaged or worn and requires retexturing. 
Typically the cost ranges from $3,500 to $15,000.

Yes, concrete tile roofs can be repainted.

Yes, unless they’re badly damaged or worn out concrete roof tiles can be restored instead of replaced.

Yes, COLORSTEEL and metal roofs can be recoated by Canterbury Roof Coatings.

Yes, a new professional applied roof coating can help prevent rust on metal roofs.

Preparation for painting a metal roof involves cleaning the roof, making any repairs that are needed. 
We will also apply a paint primer if any bare galvanised steel is exposed.

A high-build coating system is required to build back up areas where the concrete has eroded. 
We will use a base coat, followed by a top coat.

Yes, textured metal tiled roofs, such as Decramastic roofs can be recoated.

We use Aalto professional roof coating systems, which include primers, base coats, and top coats.

Aalto Roof Coating is a professional roofing painting system made in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions.

We recommend Aalto Roof Coating because it is a professional roofing painting system made in New Zealand for New Zealand conditions.

Yes, our roof coating systems are covered by a manufacturer’s warranty.

Depending on the painting method and roofing material the warranty can be 10 years +.

Yes, Aalto roof coatings are suitable for homes that collect rainwater.

It’s wise to apply a moss and lichen treatment every two to three years. This treatment can be a clause in your paint manufacturer’s warranty.

We recommend a roof inspection every three years after recoating to check for any damage or wear to your roofing material.

The cost of roof painting in Christchurch depends on a range of variables, but on average it is one-third of the cost of roof replacement.

The cost of roof restorations depends on several different things including the size of the roof, the number of storeys in the house, 
and how much repair work needs to be done prior to repainting.

The factors that affect the cost of roof recoating are the size of the roof, the number of storeys in the house, and how much 
repair work needs to be done prior to repainting.

Yes, roof restoration is generally a lot more affordable than replacing your roof. Generally it’s about one-third of the cost of a replacement.

Yes, we provide roof restoration throughout Christchurch and Canterbury.

Yes, we do serve towns such as Rolleston, Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Ashburton and Timaru.

Yes, Canterbury Roof Coatings will give you a free quote to help you decide on whether or not to go ahead with a roof restoration.

To book a roof inspection with Canterbury Roof Coatings please call us, email us, or use the contact form on this website.