Your ridge cap tiles sit on a bed of cement mortar that over time becomes brittle and crumbles, especially under Melbourne's harsh temperature swings. During rebedding, we remove all the old, degraded mortar, clean the surface, and re-set each ridge cap with a fresh high-strength cement mix. This physically re-secures every tile so it won't shift or fall.
Once the bedding is set (or if the existing bed is still sound), we apply a flexible acrylic pointing compound over the ridgeline. This seals any gaps between tiles, prevents water ingress, and creates a neat finish that can flex naturally with roof movement, so it doesn't crack again as quickly as old cement-only pointing.
In most Melbourne homes over 15 years old, both systems fail together. The bedding crumbles, then water gets underneath and weakens it further, then the pointing cracks and water accelerates the process. Our inspection determines the exact scope, we never recommend work that isn't needed, and we explain everything clearly before we start.
We use flexible acrylic pointing compounds, not rigid cement, for all repointing. Rigid cement cracks quickly as your roof expands and contracts with Melbourne's temperature swings. Acrylic compounds flex with the movement, dramatically extending the lifespan of the repair. For bedding, we use a properly mixed sand/cement blend at the correct ratio, neither too rich (which causes cracking) nor too lean (which causes crumbling).
Brown rings or damp patches on ceilings often trace back to failed bedding letting water in at the ridgeline, not always to broken tiles.
If you can see gaps, cracks, or chunks missing from the mortar along your ridge line, water is already getting in with every rain shower.
Ridge caps that move when you push them (or that have shifted out of alignment) indicate the bedding has failed and need immediate rebedding.
Persistent moss growth along the ridgeline traps moisture and accelerates mortar decay. It's a warning sign that water is sitting where it shouldn't.
Original cement bedding on homes built before 2010 is almost certainly at end of life. A preventative inspection can avoid expensive emergency repairs.
High winds put enormous uplift pressure on ridge caps. After major Melbourne storms, have your ridgeline inspected even if you can't see obvious damage from the ground.
We inspect the ridge capping, bedding, and pointing and show you exactly what's needed with photos.
You receive a written, fixed-price quote. No surprises on the day. We explain every line item in plain English.
We cut out and remove all deteriorated bedding mortar, clean the substrate, and check for any cracked tiles underneath.
New high-strength sand/cement bedding is applied at the correct mix ratio and each ridge cap re-set true to the ridgeline.
Flexible acrylic pointing compound is applied over the set bedding, sealing every gap and creating a waterproof, flexible seal.
We clean up every scrap of debris, then issue your 10-year workmanship guarantee in writing before we leave.
| Job Type | Typical Cost (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Repointing only (per linear metre) | $25 – $45 /m |
| Rebedding + repointing (per linear metre) | $45 – $80 /m |
| Small home (up to 15m ridge) | $800 – $1,500 |
| Average Melbourne home (15–30m) | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| Large home / complex roof (30m+) | $3,000 – $5,500 |
| Inspection / call-out fee | FREE |
📐 Ridge length – more metres = higher cost
📍 Roof pitch – steeper roofs need safety scaffolding
🏚️ Extent of damage – partial vs. full ridge repair
🏘️ Roof type – terracotta tiles require extra care
🚧 Access difficulty – multi-storey adds a margin
Every rebedding job comes with a written 10-year guarantee, not just on materials, but on the workmanship. If anything fails, we fix it at no cost.
We are a licensed and fully insured roof plumbing company registered with the Victorian Building Authority. Always ask any roofer for their VBA licence number.
We quote the job completely after our inspection. The price we quote is the price you pay, no hidden call-out fees, no "extras" on the day.
We provide a photo report showing the condition of your roof before and after every job. You always know exactly what was done and why.
We only use flexible acrylic pointing compounds, never rigid cement. This is the industry standard for longevity in Melbourne's climate. Ask any competitor what they use.
We respond to quote requests within 30 minutes during business hours. Our team leaves your property spotless, no debris, no mess, no excuses.
| Feature | Us ⭐ | Other Roofing Companies | Low-Cost Contractors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-Year Workmanship Guarantee | ✔ Written | ~ Verbal only | ✖ Not stated |
| Flexible Acrylic Pointing | ✔ Always | ✔ | ~ Sometimes |
| Fixed-Price Written Quote | ✔ | ✔ | ~ Estimate only |
| Before/After Photo Report | ✔ Every job | ✖ | ✖ |
| Same-Day Inspections Available | ✔ | ~ Varies | ~ Varies |
| Transparent Pricing Published | ✔ On website | ✖ | ✖ |
| VIC Licensed Roof Plumber | ✔ VBA Lic. | ✔ | ~ Unverified |
| Fully Insured (Public Liability) | ✔ $20M | ✔ | ~ Stated, not confirmed |
| Google Review Rating | 4.9 ⭐ (87 reviews) | 4.7 ⭐ (42 reviews) | 4.6 ⭐ (28 reviews) |
