Roo Roofing Blog

A charming vine-covered house…can it be done? Shade from a leafy vine will help keep temperatures down in the house during summer, but it also holds moisture when it rains and that can cause problems. Also, the inherent mechanics of the ways vines hold on and climb can damage the building.

Sometimes you find yourself in the position of replacing your roof, or at least replacing some parts of it. But what do you do with the old materials? Do you throw them out? Could you use them again? In this post, we share some ideas of what you can do to bring back to life and repurpose old roof materials you no longer need above your head.

Roof pressure cleaning is a popular way to remove dirt and debris and keep your roof looking good as new.

Roof and gutter damage is something you certainly don't want to deal with, but over time any roof or guttering can be affected by the elements and other factors. If you catch damage early on, though, you can often amend the problem with far less cost than if it was only resolved later down the line. In today's blog, we list some of the key signs of damage to look out for when it comes to your roof and gutters.

To this day, Queenslander homes continue to be built. While the methods and materials used in construction have changed, many modern-day Queenslanders have opted to maintain many of the traditional and iconic design cues of those that helped define the state's heritage look. In today's blog, we look at the key characteristics and decorative embellishments you're often guaranteed to find when looking at a heritage or modern-day Queenslander.

You may not hear about slate roofs that often when compared to its contemporaries such as tiled and metal roofs, but this natural roofing material is a great choice for many homeowners.

In today's blog, we'll be discussing some the key benefits that come with investing in a slate roof, from its aesthetic appeal to how it can boost your home's value.

With Brisbane's Storm Season less than a month a way, we're continuing our focus on providing you with tips on what to do to both prepare for a storm and what you should do when a storm hits.

Sometimes, no matter how prepared you are, a severe storm can hit suddenly. This means that it's not uncommon to find yourself on the road when severe conditions occur. Knowing how to react is the most important step here, and this blog aims to provide you with the key points you need to know.

Given Australia's climate, we are a country where embracing solar power is feasible and effective.

For homeowners, there are two key options available - the well-known solar panels and the lesser-known solar tiles. But while one is more ubiquotous, it doesn't mean the tile option is any less beneficial. In today's blog, we're going to provide an overview of the key differences between solar tiles and panels to help you decide which option could best suit you if you're currently considering an investment in solar.

While the possibility of storms in Brisbane are at their highest during the months of September to March, storms can occur at any time of the year.

On TV, radio, print, and online, the government and bodies such as Energex run ads discussing the dangers of storms, of venturing outside or going near fallen powerlines. Most of these ads, however, are aimed at adults. If you have children or regularly look after kids (e.g. a babysitter), then being able to educate them about storm safety is incredibly important, especially as there are some safety precautions that are often unique to them.

It sold for $1.42 million and sits by the Brisbane River in the suburb of Graceville a mere 8 kilometres from Brisbane's CBD. There was no doubt that such a house was going to sell for such a large amount of money, but this isn't just due to location. This Graceville-based home is truly unique and has set itself apart from the rest of the homes in the area. Because when your home is constructed from 31 shipping containers, people are bound to take notice.