Know your roof

Long-Run Iron

Long-run iron is a durable, often older roofing material known for its resilience. With the right maintenance these roofs can be restored to look great and last many more years.

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In short Most restorations: 2–4 days on site 10-yr workmanship warranty Up to 14-yr colour protection Restored roofs last 15–20 yrs

Common faults we find

What tends to go wrong

Leaks from loose nails
Blocked or rusty valley trays
Sheet ends not up-turned
Built-up dirt & leaf matter
Ridging defects
Advanced rust damage
Worn flashings & seals

Our process

How we put it right

01
Rescrew roof
Replace old nails with new washered screws.
02
Upgrade flashings
Old flashings replaced with modern backtray/Dektite.
03
Wash & strip
Remove dirt, growths and loose paint.
04
Treat exposed rust
Clean and apply rust-inhibiting treatment.
05
Apply primer
Prime surfaces for paint adhesion.
06
Topcoat roof
Two coats of quality colour protection.

Before you say yes

Common quote questions

Straight answers to what people ask us most — costs, warranties and what the terms actually mean.

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Long-Run Iron

What tends to go wrong

How we put it right

Common quote questions

For your roofWith an iron rescrew and repaint, what rust risks should I know about?

For your roofHow much is an extra iron sheet if you find more rust?

Will there be hidden costs on top of the quote?

If extra work is needed, how is it priced?

What sort of things can add cost on a roof job?

Does the price include GST?

What warranty do I get?

Is the warranty in writing?

What isn't covered?

What does the "hidden leaks" clause mean?

The terms say "risk passes to the buyer on delivery" — what does that mean for me?

What about the guarantee clause — can you decide to charge me extra?

Think this is your roof?