Malvern Tile Roof Restoration

This Malvern home required a detailed tile roof restoration to address ongoing leaks, failing ridge capping, and deteriorating gable structures. The roof had suffered from age-related wear, cracked mortar, and damaged tiles, while the chimney flashings and gables no longer met performance standards. The owners wanted to restore the roof’s integrity while preserving the home’s classic tiled appearance.

The Problem

The original tiled roof presented several issues affecting both performance and durability:

Cracked and deteriorated mortar to ridge caps, valleys, and gables
Broken and chipped roof tiles across multiple sections
Leaking areas identified around ridge lines and chimney penetrations
Timber gable structures showing signs of deterioration
Ageing chimney flashings no longer providing a watertight seal

Project Information

Roof Size:
131.08m²

Suburb:
Malvern

Completion date:
2024

Colour:
Terracotta

Project Type:
Restoration

Our Approach

Vivify Roofing completed a comprehensive roof rejuvenation, combining tile repairs, carpentry works, and upgraded flashing systems.

Full roof and gutter inspection to locate and rectify leaks
Removal and replacement of all broken tiles using matched second-hand tiles
Re-bedding of ridge caps and gables using a sand and cement mix
Flexible repointing of all ridge caps and gables with Ridge-Bond
Structural carpentry works to both gables, including new framing and cement sheeting
High-pressure roof cleaning followed by anti-moss treatment
Removal of old chimney flashings and installation of new custom soakers and hand-pressed lead flashings
Optional clear coat applied to provide additional surface protection

All works were completed to Australian Standards and backed by a 10-year workmanship guarantee

Materials & Upgrades

To improve longevity and weather resistance, the following materials and upgrades were used:

Ridge-Bond flexible pointing system
Custom hand-pressed lead chimney flashings
New Colorbond hanging flashings
Clear protective roof coating for added durability

Google Rating

5.0

Vivify Roofing

Nat Bernfield

08:35 27 Jan 25

I would highly recommend Vivify! Luke is an excellent communicator, honest, thorough, and dedicated to delivering great results. I’ve often heard that many roofers just slap on a new roof and move on, but Vivify is different. They genuinely care about their craft, ensuring everything is done to the highest standard.

Verity Scott

00:11 08 Jan 25

Brilliant, professional and an all round really genuine person, Brett helped us with a leak that no-one else has been able to fix within one hour of being at our house. He clearly knows his stuff, has a can do attitude, is a great problem solver and genuinely wants to help people fix their issues. He gave us some very sound advice and we are very grateful for meeting him. I would not use anyone else in the future.

M H

04:04 25 Dec 24

We recently contacted Brett to fix a leakage in our roof, and we couldn't be happier with the service. He was available when we needed him and arrived on time as promised. His professionalism extended to transparent and reasonable pricing, which we truly appreciated. Highly recommend their services!

Peter Van Breda

00:08 23 Dec 24

I phoned Brett 8am with a problem water leaking through the plaster into the dining room. 10am Brett was on the roof fixing the problem, repaired lead flashing and replaced 3 tiles. Absolute fantastic service. THANK YOU SO MUCH BRETT

Russell MacDonald

07:58 05 Dec 24

Following a recent dump of rain we had a roof leak in our two storey home in Elwood. The problem appeared to me to be caused by rain coming off the solar panels finding its way in somewhere around a skylight. Brett was recommended by a person in the building industry who vouched for the quality of his work so I gave him a call.He and his colleague Jonathan arrived that same afternoon (which I was very thankful about) and they hopped onto the roof. Brett identified an issue with the flashing, explained how the leak occurred and what he would do to fix the problem. While he was up there he did a quick roof inspection and reassured me that it was in pretty good shape and there was no need for any maintenance in the near term.Fantastic service. Both Brett and Jonathan are friendly guys. If I do happen to have problems in the future I’ll definitely be giving Brett a call.

Jelena Savic

20:08 12 Nov 24

I had a great experience with VIVIFY! When I discovered a leak in my roof, I was concerned about how long it would take to get it fixed. However, Brett and the team were quick to respond and came out right away to assess the situation. They not only repaired the leak promptly but also went the extra mile to fix other damaged tiles they found. The team were really friendly, and answered all my questions no matter how small. I would definitely recommend them for any roofing needs!

Nancy & Oren P

02:35 30 Sep 24

We had a mysterious roof leak that no-one was able to figure out until Brett came to the rescue. Friendly, competent and punctual - not only was he able to fix this leak, he also fixed up a couple of other roofing issues we didn't even know we had. We're thankful that he picked these up before they became a serious problem. Call Vivify if you need any help with your roof!

Liran Sar Shalom

04:24 12 Sep 24

Brett and Aaron were amazing from beginning to end. They were professional and provided outstanding customer service. Brett came the same day I called to inspect the roof, assess the leak, and give me a quote. He provided an honest and straightforward opinion with no unnecessary extras. Aaron and his team were absolutely fantastic—polite, super professional, and even after the job was done, Aaron answered all my questions right away and explained everything over the phone. I will recommend you to everyone I know. Thank you, Brett, Aaron, and your team! The roof looks amazing.

Graeme Moore

10:42 14 Aug 24

Brett cane it and helped me seal up a spot on my high pitched roof where a bird was getting in. He was prompt, communicative, did the work quickly and I'm extremely happy with his service. I highly recommend anyone needing work undertaken on their roof to give Vivify a call.

Samuel Thomson

08:27 26 Jul 24

These guys are the real deal. They are honest and actually have a conscience! They did a new steel roof for some family members and roof restoration for the in-laws. I just got them out for a quote on our tile roof which is old and has lichen. Luke was very quick to get back with a call abs very helpful on the phone. Brett came out for the quote. Very honestly told me that whilst they could restore the roof, it’s not worth spending the money now as we are planning a renovation in the next few years. Also showed me some things that I could do to clean the roof even though he already knew we didn’t need to go ahead at this time. Will definitely contact these guys again when we have done the reno and need roof restoration or replacement. Keep up the good work.

Anne Kilmartin

12:49 16 May 24

Brett was incredibly helpful in resolving a leak. Thankfully it turned out to be a small job - he was able to come over very quickly, explained the cause and the resolution, and had it fixed straight away. I highly recommend giving Vivify a call.

Susan Leonard-Brown

06:51 05 Apr 24

Brett was brilliant, so kind and professional!!! I had a different roof tiler booked as had broken/ delaminated roof tiles with rain getting into the roof cavity however they did not appear nor return my calls. At short notice, l called Brett at Vivify Roofing and he informed he would come same afternoon as was on his way home from another job. He was very professional, completed the works efficiently and with care and was so nice. The additional, unexpected job did not perturb him and guess what......... he didn't charge me!!!! Definitely getting him back for the whole roof to be done when we renovate. Thanks so much Brett.

Ava Sullivan

01:49 03 Apr 24

Brett was fantastic and very prompt. In the pouring rain we had a cracked tile and within 30 mins he came over and replaced it. He also gave our roof a good check over. Very efficient and a lovely guy, from Maria and Paul

Andrew H

09:46 21 Feb 24

Couldn't have been happier with our roof restoration, the boys did a fantastic job! Aaron was an excellent communicator, always kept you up to date with how they were going including taking plenty of photos showing the completed job.Very glad we went with you.Cheers

Elm Grove

01:16 05 May 23

If I could rate Vivify 10 stars I would. Brett and Aaron are the people you want to use if you're having issues with anything to do with your roof. Not only will they give you actual practical advice instead of trying to scare you into spending tens of thousands of dollars, they'll do the work quickly and efficiently leaving your roof looking brand new. Honestly I got about 7 quotes before finding Vivify and they would all give me vastly different stories about what was wrong and what it was going to take to fix it. The prices ranged from $5k to $45k but it wasn't until I spoke with Brett that I got a solid answer and he actually re-assured us that there wasn't actually too much wrong (!) He even fixed where water was leaking in without me spending a single dollar or agreeing to any quote - where others had wanted to charge $1500 just for that. It's really rare to find such genuine, excellent people in this industry, sadly, maybe because there's so much money to be had from scaring people into having roof replacements that they don't really need. We're so happy with the work that was done and so relieved that we didn't need to spend the huge amounts others had been quoting because the situation wasn't that bad.

Juliet Julz

09:44 06 Feb 23

There were water leak stains on the ceiling. A previous plumber charged an astronomical amount just to investigate but couldn't work out where the potential source of leak came from. Spoke to Brett on Friday, Came out Monday morning as promised. Investigated AND fixed the leak in less than half hour. THANKS BRETT!!

Karen Ward

04:23 18 Nov 22

Excellent service! I highly recommend Brett as he was extremely professional, very knowledgeable and honest! I’ll definitely be calling the Vivify team for any future renovations. Thank you so much for the work you did on our roof!

shane lee

10:03 07 Sep 22

Had Brett call out earlier to inspect a leak. After numerous others had failed to diagnose the issue, it was nice to finally get some closure! Brett is professional and very patient. He left no stone unturned! Thanks again.

Daniel

22:17 23 Jul 22

Highly recommend the company. Brett and his team are real professionals and nice guys too! I had a series of cracks on my roof tiles caused by installation of solar panels. They immediately came for inspection after I asked for their service and did a great job fixing them. I am completely happy with their quality of work and workmanship! Highly recommend the company and will definitely go to them for any future roof jobs.

Zonghui Tang

10:37 18 Jul 22

Highly recommend Vivify Roofing. Brett and his team are true professionals. They did a great job on my leaking roof. Pleasure to deal with. Will definitely go to them for any future roof jobs.

Dean Hughes

12:11 20 May 21

Thank you so much to Brett and the Vivify team. With much frustration after a previous roofing company who claims to be number one in Melbourne completely ruined our roof and caused many months of sub-par patch-up jobs that simply didn't work, Brett and his team found the root cause of our ongoing roof leaks, (which stems back to poor workmanship when our house was built) and finally corrected them. These guys really know their way around a roof, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to any in need of a roof repair or restoration.

Melanie Eva

11:56 20 May 21

Vivifying roofing are amazing, quick to come out to fix my roof and efficient, great service. I highly recommend, would give more stars if I could.

Kshitiz Ghimire

00:12 13 May 21

They are very honest and efficient. I had a leaking garage roof caused by leaves blocking my gutter. The team arrived at my place and cleaned the gutter and recommended me to cut off branches. I'm very satisfied with the service and their professionalism.

Dino Apolito

04:28 04 May 21

What a brilliant company! If I could give them 10 stars I would. Great service. Great work. Great guys. Don't bother checking out anyone else - you won't do better.

Andrew Zancanaro

10:57 29 Mar 21

For those looking for honest and trustworthy roofing specialists, I can’t recommend Brett and the team at Vivify enough. Twice I have had issues with tree branches cracking tiles. On both occasions they were extremely quick to respond and professional. 5 stars to the team. Thanks again.

Jessica Norton

23:33 19 Feb 21

The team at Vivify are GOLD. Not only were they a delight to have on site but they were efficient, hard working & perfectionists! And the clean up was spotless after they'd finished the job. If you want the job done right the 1st time then look no further.The roof looks fantastic & I can't recommend Luke & Brett enough.

Marc Howard

00:10 31 Dec 20

We had Vivify replace our roof with Colourbond and install new gutters and we couldn't have been happier with the results. They did what they said they'd do, and showed excellent attention to detail. Their workers were courteous and conscientious. We are thrilled with the final result.

Allen Wang

04:21 27 Nov 20

Excellent service!! Used Brett and his team to fix my leaking roof. Brett was on time, extremely professional, very knowledgeable and honest. Am extremely happy with the job. Would highly recommend Brett and his team!

Matt Monahan

07:10 09 Nov 20

I live in NSW and stumbled across the Vivify Roofing site looking for information about painting terracotta roof tiles. I reached out for a quote not checking first where the company was based. Despite being in Melbourne (and obviously unable to help me in Sydney) Brett called me direct to offer his wealth of knowledge and advice. He was able to review my property while chatting over the phone to ‘see’ what we were talking about! Brett provided some clear and sound advice on what I should consider and, more importantly, what I should be looking for from anyone quoting on the job here in Sydney. Brett talked a lot of sense and offered some great advice. It was reassuring to talk to someone who knew their stuff with absolutely no vested interest; other than to provide an outstanding customer service – to someone who couldn’t technically even be his customer! Brett followed up by sending me the contact details of companies I could follow up with here in Sydney. Amazing service. Thanks Brett. If that’s any indication of what they’re like on the ground (or on the roof!), then don’t think twice. You’ve found the right people to take care of your job!

Jacqui S

05:01 05 Nov 20

Brilliant roof repair and full roof painting- absolutely perfect! They impressed us right from quote stage and their delivery was outstanding. Totally professional from start to finish-: excellent attention to detail, efficient, thorough, on-time, knowledgeable, experienced and good value for $. A great team to deal with too, communicating with us through every stage of the process. Such a pleasure to deal with a business that delivers what it promises and takes pride in its work! Thank you Vivify for a fantastic job- we are more than happy

Adrian Ryan

06:36 29 Oct 20

Thoroughly professional approach to the job - explained all aspects of what they were doing. Courteous and thoughtful as they moved from inside the house and onto the roof and back again throughout the process. Highly recommended.

Ed T

04:47 15 Oct 20

I dealt with Luke from quote to completion and he was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Highly professional and courteous. Service was punctual and as promised. Luke is the best tradesperson I've ever come across. Highly recommended. Thank you Luke.

Alex Zeltsvas

12:02 29 Jul 20

I met Brett from Vivify company today and after a few words with Brett I understood that I was dealing with a very professional person. The job Brett finished was requested by Insurance company. Happy to recommend Vivify company as reliable and professional business.

Joe G

01:16 16 Jul 20

Brett was excellent at his work. He knew what he was doing and he did it well. This company prides itself on its name and reputation. I have no hesitation in recommending them as an honest, professional company. Thank you for making this job less stressful than it could have been. Denis.

Mark Vanston

07:51 30 Jun 20

Great service from Brett. Responded to my query quickly and was able to come and fix my leaking roof within 24 hours. Great bloke, recommend highly!

Hart Mason

04:58 07 May 20

Brett, Luke and the team were spectacular to deal with from start to finish. Our roof looks spectacular! i have no doubt that it will also last the test of time. Advice throughout the project was appreciated and we ended up with a far superior result with thanks to the expertise at Vivify Roofing. Top job guys - thank you - i know that this was not an easy roof but you made the process easy Highly recommended

Cassandra Vyravipillai

12:07 01 May 20

We were looking at an expensive quote for a roof leak job, then Brett came out in the cold and wet and attended to the problem straight away. Issue solved. Thank you for your workmanship, professionalism, attention to detail and explanation of the issue at hand. Highly recommend!

Sanjay Sharma

05:25 20 Apr 20

Spoke to Brett over phone about a potential roof leak which might be causing mold on the carpet. In less than 40 mins he was at my house ready to fix the issue. Soon he figured out that the gutter drain pipe is clogged and took no time to clear the blockage. He also looked at the other gutter drain pipe and inspected the roof for any potential tile crack. Gave lot of honest feedback about the roof health in general and promised me to send a no obligation quote to accomplish some selected roof work which I requested. The best part is he didn't charge any money because he thought this wasn't a decent size job. Well, it was for me because I was sick of the mold for over a month. I insisted to pay for the visit for couple of times but Brett was firm he won't. This is the first time I met Brett and I think now I know whom to call if I hit roof related issues. I wish I could rate Brett and his team more than a 5 star rating. Thanks so much Mate !!

Robert van Stokrom

01:25 05 Apr 20

Brett and his team have to be the most professional and capable people in the business. Great quality job and excellent customer service. Thank you!

Ben Kushinsky

02:48 18 Mar 20

Luke, Brett and the entire Vivify team are thorough and skilled roofing professionals. From a detailed accurate quote which required no variations, through to their manner and conduct for the duration of the project, the experience was first class. Knowledgeable and experienced, their recommendations and work have produced an excellent result for an entire roof replacement. Highly recommended.

Regan Muntz

01:33 05 Mar 20

Is there a 6 star rating? Had a leaking roof after last nights heavy rain. Contacted Vivify in the morning. Brett called me back before 9, was at my property and had the leak fixed by midday! Price was fantastic too.

David A Lane

22:20 18 Feb 20

Brett was very honest and transparent in his information on types of roofing. He took the time to explain the full costs of colorbond roofing. A refreshing perspective!

Caesar Badri

01:33 07 Feb 20

We are so glad we found Brett from Vivify Roofing. Originally we engaged a very well known Melbourne roofing company to repaint our Colorbond roof and they made a complete mess of it. The roof was not prepped properly, streaks and defects were highly visible from the street. We were worried the whole roof would need a replacement. I don’t know how they did it, but Brett and Aaron fixed and repainted the whole roof and it looks AMAZING! You have saved my home. Anyone who needs a Colorbond roof painted go straight to Vivify.

Kate McDermott

23:22 28 Jan 20

Thank you so much Brett for helping us with our leaking tiled roof and for your expert advice. Very much appreciated.

Chad

00:20 21 Jan 20

Highly recommend Brett and team for all your roofing needs. He has done two of our homes and both were completed to the highest standard. Very prompt, reliable and efficient.

David Smyth

10:46 16 Jan 20

Brett and his mate were quick to attend for a house roof leak emergency, fixed the problem without hassles and checked out the rest of the roof for other problems without being asked. Thanks, Brett!

Jonathan Gillies

03:18 10 Jan 20

Prompt, friendly and honest service and advice from Brett. Greatly appreciated from a roofer who clearly knows what he's talking about and willing to share knowledge and contacts in the industry. Highly recommend

leigh powell

04:31 28 Aug 19

We had a residential roof renovation (tiles, valleys, pointing, cleaning) plus install of a new skylight lid. Brett and the team were attentive to all my questions to start with and then completed the job on time and the roof looks great. Most importantly they were a pleasure to have in and around our home. Thanks Vivify.

Matty J

10:28 23 Aug 19

After several other companies failed to turn up for our quote it was refreshing when Brett from Vivify called withing 2 hours of making an enquiry. Not only was the customer service prompt but the quality of the teams team was brilliant and I still can't believe how great our roof looks. My father is a builder and he could not find a single fault in their work. I highly recommend Brett to anyone looking for a roof restoration in Melbourne.

Jaryd Robertson

07:33 21 Aug 19

Just had brett and Aaron from vivify do a resto on my terracotta roof. They go above and beyond they cleaned up after them self's roof looks amazing. I highly recommend this company to restore roofs very easy to deal with and have lots of great ideas.

Tim Phillips

07:59 09 Aug 19

What an incredible job! Brett and his team were extremely professional, honest and reliable. I received several quotes from other companies and but Vivify's pricing was spot on. The roof restoration has transformed my house entirely, I really cannot fault Vivify and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for value for money and high quality work. Stop looking, just go with Vivify - you wont regret it.

Peter Ryan

01:59 04 Jun 19

very efficient team. Started when they promised, and finished as planned. They done a great job replacing the whole roof. Happy to recommend them as reliable and professional business.

Tom Kottek

10:06 30 May 19

We did a full roof replacement and couldn’t be happier with the level of service, build quality and communication through the process provided by Luke and team. Would certainly recommend Vivify for any roofing works.

Dominic Galati

11:31 16 May 19

I highly recommend Vivify. Brett and crew did a great job restoring my terracotta roof. After cleaning and repointing/rebedding the roof looks new again. Brett also saved me money by arranging for the safety rails to remain in place for the installation of my solar panels. And he fitted a new finial and chimney cowl at no extra cost. Brett even came back promptly to fix some damage done by the solar installers, again free of charge. Great work and great service.

Rosemary Vernon

08:11 18 Apr 19

Very happy with Brett and his team. The roof looks amazing, and has definitely added value. The guys were polite, hard working, very professional and cleaned up after themselves. Highly recommended.

Anne Shepard

08:55 21 Mar 19

Brett came around promptly and spent time identifying the issues we had with water damage. He was able to replace screws and tighten others wherever necessary. He is agile and capable taking care to check all problem areas on our very steep roof and clean up well. He is a very professional roofing plumber and I was extremely happy with the job. He also made suggestions to replace other spouting and down pipes before further damage occurs. I would recommend his work to anyone needing roofing work done.

Rob Charles

06:03 21 Mar 19

We could not be happier with the results or service from Vivify Roofing. We recently had our tiles cleaned and clear coated and the results are amazing. Honestly the roof looks brand new.

00:07 12 Jan 19

Extremely happy with the roof restoration on my Melbourne investment property. The guys showed up on time, kept my yard free from mess and the roof looks excellent now. Big thanks to the Vivify team.

Peter Wilson

04:22 13 Dec 18

I have used Brett and his team a couple of times now for work on my Roof in Black Rock. His attention to detail and professionalism are to be commended. I can highly recommend Vivify

S PM

03:30 09 Nov 18

Used Brett and his team to help fix a number of long known issues with my roof.He and his team were prompt, quoted quickly and fairly and also made sure I knew what was included, and if any issues occurred what additional it would cost - before he started.When replacing titles he was thoughtful about which ones he should replace and where on the roof so I did not have odd tiles (My colour no longer available - plus with 15 years of wear)He turned up when he said he would, polite and got the job done quickly. Now the roof is ready for solar!Have already recommended him to others and would get him back in a heartbeat.

Nick Gribble

20:14 25 Sep 18

Brett, Luke and the team at Vivify roofing just did a big roof restoration at our old apartment building in Hawthorn. We could not be happier with the quality of the job. They picked up on a lot more things than the other contractors that came in to quote the job. They came in and got the job done quickly and always kept us informed. The job site was always kept clean and safe. Would highly recommend the services of Vivify roofing and would use them again.

Kate Tanner

04:28 14 Sep 18

Highly recommend going with Vivify. One stop, trusty worthy, knowledgeable and professional team who delivered a high quality service and results! We had our gutters and fascias replaced and tiled roof restored. The team went above and beyond to ensure we were completely happy. Thank you, well worth the investment.

RON BROWN

09:47 03 May 18

We could not be more satisfied with the professional manner in which Vivify carried out the work in replacing our roof. From the initial discussion regarding the work to the completion of the project Luke and his team keep us fully informed. His suggestion to upgrade to 10 cm insulation has improved our interior comfort. The work site was always cleaned at the conclusion of each day by his polite,considerate workers. This was appreciated.

Kris Bell

00:14 18 Apr 18

A fantastic experience from initial consultation with Kevin to the finished job (took less than two days). Brett and his team were professional throughout, worked without stopping for lunch, replaced approximately 100 tiles and even fixed an item beyond the scope of the quote for free. The house looks great and more importantly is now guaranteed watertight for 10 years! Many thanks.

Effie Salmas

22:51 14 Feb 18

Thank you so much to Brett and his A team for a tradie experience that was professional and HONEST. My roof looks great. I love the pride you take in your work. You know your stuff and stand by your work. The quality shows. I also appreciate that my yard is tidier now than ever before. The entire experience was brilliant. Your honesty, dilligence and pride in your work is what makes you guys stand out. DON'T CHANGE!