Are you considering a parapet roof for your home in Brisbane? Or perhaps you’re wondering if you can restore an existing one? Roo Roofing has all the answers you need.

What is a parapet roof?

Let’s start from the beginning: Parapet roofs date all the way back to the middle ages, where they were built on castles for soldiers to hide behind. Simply put, a parapet roof is when a building’s outermost walls extend upwards past the roof around the edges, most often by a few feet.

Over time, parapet roofs have developed for more stylistic purposes - and they also offer solutions for a range of other roofing issues. We at Roo Roofing have restored and replaced many types of parapet roofs across Brisbane, but know that not everyone is as knowledgeable as us when it comes to what they’re built for.

Read on to find out exactly what a parapet roof is, and most importantly, if a parapet roof is right for you!

Types of Parapet Roofs

Plain Parapet Roofs

The most common type of parapet roof is the plain parapet. As the name suggests, this is a basic, flat wall extension. It makes the house look taller by extending the wall past the roofline.

Embattled Parapet Roofs

While embattled parapets aren’t commonly used in modern buildings, they can still be seen on older structures in Brisbane. These parapets, initially designed for castles, feature panelled and pierced designs for defensive purposes.

Paneled Parapet Roofs

Similar to plain parapets but with ornamental panels facing outwards on display, paneled parapets are typically found on older roofs that might need restoring.

Sloped Parapet Roofs

Sloped parapets are used for sloping roof structures, often seen on industrial buildings.

Stepped Parapet Roofs

Used for inclining structures, stepped parapets add a staircase design along the roof’s incline for a more aesthetic look.In this case, the parapet would be constructed in a staircase design along the incline of the roof.

Curved Parapet Roofs

Curved parapets are mainly used for their visual appeal, adding a modern edge to buildings.

Modern Parapet Roofs

Modern types include fiberglass parapets and parapets with steel railings, common in new homes and commercial buildings for their aesthetic appeal and safety.

Why Should I Build, Replace, or Restore a Parapet Roof?

Storm Protection

With storm season approaching in Brisbane, parapet roofs are an excellent choice. They catch debris and prevent damage from loose tiles.  It also makes it easier to clean your roof after rain or a storm, as debris will have collected towards the lowest point of the slope.

Wind Damage Prevention

When wind blows against a building it produces vortices at the roof edges that create huge pressure differences at roof perimeters that can suck roofs off buildings. A parapet roof, however, can guard you against hazards like these by reducing the pressure from these winds

Whatever you’re aiming to achieve with your parapet roof, Roo Roofing can help. We know parapet roofs, and we know Brisbane! With hundreds of roof replacements and restorations across Brisbane and surrounding suburbs, we are confident we can exceed your expectations.

Contact Us

Ready to explore your options for a parapet roof in Brisbane? Contact Roo Roofing today for a consultation or an estimate. Let us help you protect and beautify your home with our expert roofing services.