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How to choose a good roofer in St Leonards
St Leonards has plenty of well-reviewed roofers to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most roofers here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical roofer has 13 reviews. Of the 195 rated roofers within 15 km of St Leonards, 66 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 20 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated October 2026.
- average rating
- 4.68
- typical reviews
- 13
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
55% of roofers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 13 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal North Shore Hospital196 roofers13 typical reviews | 4.68 | 196 | 13 |
| St Leonards195 roofers13 typical reviews | 4.68 | 195 | 13 |
| Gore Hill194 roofers14 typical reviews | 4.68 | 194 | 14 |
| Naremburn194 roofers14 typical reviews | 4.68 | 194 | 14 |
| Wollstonecraft193 roofers13 typical reviews | 4.68 | 193 | 13 |
| Crows Nest192 roofers13 typical reviews | 4.67 | 192 | 13 |
What roofing should cost in St Leonards
Roofing in St Leonards usually runs $468 – $1,480 for roof leak repair, and $468 – $2,547 for storm damage make safe.
What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number — it's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a roofer.
Heritage Controls
St Leonards has significant heritage presence. Exterior renovations on heritage-listed properties often need council heritage approval — approved colour palettes, materials, and profiles may be enforced. Check before starting.
Coastal-Grade Fixings
St Leonards is close enough to the coast that unprotected metal degrades faster than inland. Coastal-grade fixings with a quality protective coating are standard practice for external work here.
Schedule Outdoor Work for Drier Months
St Leonards gets more rain than most areas — roofer work benefits from scheduling in the drier months. Your tradie will work around the forecast, but booking ahead gives the best run of clear days.
Apartment Area
Most properties in St Leonards are apartments or units. Let your roofer know the building layout when booking — lift access, parking restrictions, and building noise hours can affect scheduling and equipment logistics.
Check Your Lease Before Booking
Over half of properties in St Leonards are rentals. If you're a tenant, check your lease before booking roofer work — some jobs need landlord approval. End-of-lease services are in high demand here, so book well ahead.
Best time of year for roofing in St Leonards
Ideal months: April to May and September to October.
Based on typical local rainfall, temperature and humidity.
What's in a good Roofing quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered — labour, materials, prep and clean-up — so you're comparing like for like. Check what each roofer's quote covers before you choose.
Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price — and it costs you nothing.
- 01Material specs
Exact brand, profile and colour, like Colorbond Trimdek, not 'steel'.
- 02Inclusions and exclusions
Gutters, sarking, flashings and penetrations, clearly listed.
- 03Scaffolding and access
Whether scaffold or edge protection is in the price.
- 04Waste and cleanup
Daily cleanup, skip hire, and asbestos for pre-1990 homes.
- 05Licence and insurance
Licence, public liability and workers comp on the quote.
- 06Warranty
Workmanship cover separate from the material warranty.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Roofer licensing in New South Wales
Roofer work is regulated in New South Wales. Requirements vary by state. Here's what to know before hiring.
What to look for
- Valid state contractor/building licence displayed on quotes and advertising
- ABN with active GST registration
- Public liability insurance ($5M minimum for residential; $10M recommended for commercial and heights work)
- White Card (construction induction)
- MRCAA or HIA or Master Builders membership
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