Roo Roofing Blog

We’ve shared a few ways to keep your roof cool this summer and in this post, we focus on one of these ideas - ventilation. But does it really work? Let’s walk through a few ideas around ventilation.

Summer - hot beaches, outdoor barbecues and swimming comes to mind. But what can you do about keeping cool at home? In this post, we share a few ways you can keep your roof cool this summer.

Ahh the feeling of being home. Of peace and quiet. But wait, noises from the outside are disturbing the tranquility you have come to enjoy - is there anything you can do about it? Road works happening near by, a party held by a neighbour, etc. in this post we share things you can do reduce noise from outside getting inside without having to make a “noise” complaint.

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.

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.

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.

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.

On occasion, there may be circumstances that will require you to head up onto the roof. When doing so, doing everything possible to keep you and others safe is of the utmost importance. In today's article, we've listed five key points to remember when spending some time up there.

A Brisbane autumn is a far cry from the autumns that many people imagine. Given Brisbane's subtropical climate, autumn is almost instinguishable from summer on an aesthetic level - you won't see that many (if any) trees experience a change in the colour of their leaves. But while a Brisbane autumn isn't your typical affair, the weather still does go through some key changes. As such, so do some of the things you need to account for in your home.