Roof Painting Cost covers cleaning, repairs, primer and top coats. Here are typical South African prices and what changes them.
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Ballpark prices so you can sanity-check a quotation.
| Item | Ballpark price |
|---|---|
| Roof painting incl. pressure cleaning, primer and two coats | R80 - R150 per m² |
| 150 m² roof, painted | R12,000 - R22,500 |
| Roof cleaning only | R20 - R35 per m² |
| Moss and lichen treatment | R25 - R40 per m² |
| Rust treatment and recoating, metal roof | R3,000 - R10,000 |
| Tile replacement before painting | R25 - R65 per tile, plus call-out |
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark figures in rand, rounded, based on typical South African market rates. They are not our prices or quotations, and no contractor is bound by them. Ask whether VAT is included, and check what each quotation covers, such as scaffolding, rubble removal and call-out fees.
Preparation Comes First
Paint only lasts if it goes onto a clean, sound surface. Moss, loose paint and rust must be removed, cracked tiles replaced and bare metal primed before any top coat.
What Affects the Price
- Roof size and pitch. Steep and double-storey roofs take longer and may need scaffolding.
- Surface condition. Heavy moss, flaking paint or rust adds preparation time.
- Repairs. Broken tiles, ridge capping and flashings are fixed before painting.
- Paint system. Primer type, number of coats and paint quality.
- Roof type. Metal roofs need rust treatment; tile roofs need sealing.
What a Quotation Should Include
- Preparation. Cleaning method, rust or moss treatment and repairs.
- Products. Primer and paint brand, product and colour.
- Coats. Number of coats and coverage rate.
- Exclusions. Gutters, fascias and walls if not included.
- Warranty. Workmanship warranty in writing.
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Get Roofing QuotesFrequently Asked Questions
How long does roof paint last?
It depends on preparation, product and exposure. Good preparation matters more than the paint brand.
Can I paint over rust?
Not directly. Loose rust must be removed and the metal treated and primed first.
Is painting cheaper than replacing a roof?
Usually by a wide margin, as long as the tiles or sheets are still sound.
Does roof paint waterproof the roof?
It protects the surface but does not fix leaks from broken tiles, flashings or valleys.
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