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What to expect when hiring roofers in St James
Where roofers near St James are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.
Where roofers near St James are based
Of the 113 roofers listed, 1 is based in St James and 44 within 10 km, the most in Canning Vale, Maddington and Perth. The other 43 are based more than 15 km away.
- based in St James
- 1
- based within 10 km
- 44
- based within 15 km
- 70
- based further away
- 43
Roofers based in each suburb
- None listed yet
- Water
The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.
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- Ardross
- Ashfield
- Bassendean
- Belmont
- Booragoon
- Bull Creek
- Burswood
- Cannington
- Carlisle
- Churchlands
- Ferndale
- Floreat
- Huntingdale
- Jandakot
- Kardinya
- Kenwick
- Kewdale
- Langford
- Leederville
- Leeming
- Martin
- Maylands
- Melville
- Morley
- North Perth
- O'Connor
- South Perth
- Southern River
- St James
- Thornlie
- Victoria Park
- Welshpool
- West Perth
- Willetton
- Winthrop
- Yokine
How to choose a good roofer in St James
St James 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 12 reviews. Of the 100 rated roofers within 15 km of St James, 30 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
- 4.57
- typical reviews
- 12
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
47% of roofers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 12 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| St James100 rated roofers12 typical reviews | 4.57 | 100 | 12 |
| Bentley South100 rated roofers13 typical reviews | 4.56 | 100 | 13 |
| East Victoria Park105 rated roofers12 typical reviews | 4.54 | 105 | 12 |
| Carlisle North105 rated roofers12 typical reviews | 4.54 | 105 | 12 |
| Carlisle105 rated roofers12 typical reviews | 4.54 | 105 | 12 |
| Carlisle South105 rated roofers12 typical reviews | 4.54 | 105 | 12 |
What roofing costs
Across Australia, roofing typically runs $468 – $1,480 for roof leak repair, and $468 – $2,547 for storm damage make safe.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for St James. 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.
Seasonal Rainfall
St James gets moderate rainfall, so timing matters for roofer work. Targeting the drier months gives the best run of uninterrupted days.
Cooler Months Give Better Results
St James has genuinely hot summers — heat affects how exterior materials cure and set. Scheduling roofer work for the cooler months often gives a better result. When summer work is unavoidable, your tradie will work around the temperature — application early, prep and shade-side work during the hottest part of the day.
Rental-Heavy Area
A large share of St James properties are rentals. If you're a tenant, check whether your lease requires landlord approval before roofer work. For end-of-lease services, book early — demand can be high.
Best time of year for roofing in St James
Ideal months: October to April.
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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Do roofers need a licence in WA?
Roofers need a licence in WA for jobs $20,000 or more.
Only permit work in the main populated areas needs a registered builder. Sheds, carports and patios have a higher threshold.
- Licence
- Building contractor registration
- Regulator
- Building and Energy (WA Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety)
Sources: Building Services (Registration) Regulations 2011, wa.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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