Best Roofers in Nelson
We assessed 9 roofers in Nelson and ranked the top 5 on public rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The businesses listed below hold 165 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 22 September 2026. How we rank →
Before you hire
Whether you need a leak repaired, a full re-roof or a new roof, roofing work is expensive and hard to fix if done poorly. Ask any roofing contractor for a written warranty on both materials and workmanship, confirm they carry public liability insurance, and request photos of recent comparable jobs before committing.
Top 5 Roofers in Nelson
The top 5 roofers in Nelson are #1 Tasman Roofing, #2 Edwards & Hardy, #3 Contour Nelson, #4 MAP Reno and Build, and #5 Ultimate Roofing, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.
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Tasman Roofing Nelson
★ 5.0 19 reviews Top5 Score 1375★ 19Tasman Roofing takes on villa re-roofs, commercial reproofs, and technical jobs with steep pitches or bespoke flashings, getting them done on time and within quoted price. Nick in particular has drawn repeated praise for diagnosing problems accurately and steering clients toward solutions that cost less, rather than more.
location_on 4A Barros Place, Richmond, Nelson
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Edwards & Hardy
★ 4.8 24 reviews Top5 Score 1365★ 22 4★ 1 1★ 1Edwards & Hardy covers roof moss and mould treatment, gutter cleaning, tile replacement, and full re-roofing in colour steel, making them a practical choice for ongoing maintenance as much as larger jobs. Clients across multiple properties have stayed with them for over a decade, and their post-job process includes same-day verbal reports, photos, and written follow-up with the invoice.
location_on 140 Pascoe Street, Annesbrook, Nelson
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Contour Nelson
★ 4.5 48 reviews Top5 Score 1315★ 40 4★ 3 1★ 5Contour Nelson turns around quotes within 30 minutes to a few hours, and sends tradespeople to urgent jobs like loose spouting or leaking roofs within hours of a call. When problems have come up during or after a job, including small dramas on a full roof replacement, they have responded immediately and fixed them on the spot.
location_on 41 Venice Place, Stoke, Nelson
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MAP Reno and Build
★ 5.0 11 reviews Top5 Score 1305★ 11MAP Reno and Build gets results for clients whose ideas other builders dismissed, working through renovation projects with genuine attention to what the homeowner actually wants. Gee and the team have drawn repeated praise for keeping sites clean and tidy throughout, communicating regularly during jobs, and honouring original quotes even after delays.
location_on 6 Paramu Place, Richmond
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Ultimate Roofing Limited
★ 4.6 14 reviews Top5 Score 1235★ 12 4★ 1 1★ 1Ultimate Roofing coordinates the full scope of a re-roof, from asbestos removal and scaffolding through to new battens, guttering, and roof windows, making them a practical fit for homeowners who want one point of contact across a multi-trade job. Repeat clients and tricky winter installs with multiple roof levels and internal gutters point to a team that holds the process together without dropping the finish.
location_on 2/76 Gladstone Road, Richmond
Before you hire a roofer in Nelson
Drawn from 142 customer reviews collected for this page. The first answer is what it costs.
What does roofing work typically cost in New Zealand? expand_more
Re-roofing in New Zealand costs between $80 and $200 per square metre for materials and labour. Corrugated steel such as Colorsteel sits at the lower end, while concrete tiles, clay tiles, and standing seam metal push toward the upper range.
A standard house with 150 to 200 square metres of roof area will likely cost between $15,000 and $40,000 in total. Roof pitch, access difficulty, and whether flashings and old material disposal are included all shift the final figure considerably.
How do I know if a roofer's recommended repairs are actually necessary? expand_more
A legitimate assessment should include a written report and photographs of problem areas, so you can see the evidence yourself before approving any work. One reviewer noted that getting an independent assessment saved them thousands of dollars, which shows the real value of a second opinion before committing to a full re-roof when repairs might suffice.
Ask any roofer to show you photos from the roof and explain exactly why each item needs attention, not just what it costs. If a contractor recommends a full replacement without clear photographic evidence of widespread failure, get at least one other quote before proceeding.
What should a roofing quote include before I accept it? expand_more
A solid quote will name the specific roofing product and grade, not just a generic description like 'colorsteel', so you can compare quotes on equal terms. It should also itemise disposal of old roofing material, underlay replacement, new flashings, and gutter work, because these are the costs that most often catch people out later.
Reviewers who felt well-served noted that their contractors were upfront about timeline and what would happen if weather caused delays. Confirm whether building consent is required for your job and, if so, who is responsible for obtaining it and covering that cost.
What are the warning signs of a roofer you shouldn't hire? expand_more
- –Slow or no response to warranty or defect issues after the job is finished, even when the problem is reported immediately.
- –Subcontracting the work without telling you upfront, which can blur accountability if something goes wrong.
- –Failure to return calls or follow through on commitments to fix identified problems.
- –Not removing rubbish and old roofing material from site as part of the job.
- –Vague quotes that do not itemise materials, disposal, or flashings separately.
- –Repeatedly missing agreed start dates or leaving scaffolding up longer than necessary, adding costs for you.
What should you ask before hiring a roofer? expand_more
- –Ask whether they hold a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) Roofing licence and request their LBP number so you can verify it on the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment register.
- –Ask if they are a member of the Roofing Association of New Zealand (RANZ), which requires members to meet minimum standards of practice.
- –Ask exactly what the quote includes: materials by brand and grade, old material disposal, underlay, flashings, gutters, and consent if needed.
- –Ask what their process is if they find additional damage once the old roof is off, and whether any extra costs require your written approval before work continues.
- –Ask what workmanship warranty they provide in writing and how they handle warranty claims after the job is complete.
- –Ask whether they will be doing the work themselves or subcontracting it, so you know who is accountable on site.
Also recommended roofers in Nelson
Ranked 6 to 9 on the same public review record.
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Apex Roofing Nelson
★ 5.0 4 reviews Top5 Score 1175★ 4We generate summaries once a business has enough reviews for a reliable sample.
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Roof Repairs Nelson NZ
★ 5.0 4 reviews Top5 Score 1175★ 4We generate summaries once a business has enough reviews for a reliable sample.
location_on 4 Hunter Avenue, Nelson
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Freeman Roofing Nelson
★ 4.3 36 reviews Top5 Score 1165★ 26 4★ 3 3★ 2 1★ 5Freeman Roofing has delivered wall cladding, roofing, and flashing work on new builds and bach projects, with clients praising the care taken around tricky junctions and the pace at which large roofs are completed. For clients with an ongoing account, they draw particular praise for fast communication and a willingness to point callers toward a better-suited supplier when needed.
location_on 4 Elms Street, Stoke, Nelson
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Rapid Roofing
★ 4.2 5 reviews Top5 Score 745★ 4 1★ 1We generate summaries once a business has enough reviews for a reliable sample.
location_on 6 Estuary Place, Richmond
About this ranking
What the 9 roofers listed above hold, at the 22 September 2026 check.
Across the 14 locations we assess roofers in, the 132 businesses listed have a median rating of 4.9, and one-star reviews are 3.0% of their total.
How are the top roofers in Nelson chosen? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for roofers in Nelson. Each one is scored on its public rating and review record. Businesses outside the area, or whose reviews describe a different line of work, are left out. Every category and city is rechecked on a rolling cycle, about every two to three months. A location with a subscribing business is rechecked every month, and the whole page updates with it. See how we rank for the full method.
What does a business subscription offer? expand_more
No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Claiming and verifying a listing is free. It adds a phone number to the card and a small trust bonus (+3 points) to its score, for confirming a real operator stands behind the listing. The owner also gets a dashboard showing how their score is made up. A paid subscription provides an enhanced card with more ways to reach the business, including a website link and a detailed profile page. It also refreshes this page monthly and adds ranking history and competitor analysis to the owner's dashboard. The subscription adds nothing to the score. Claim your listing or see what a subscription includes.
Why isn't my business listed? expand_more
We build this page from Google Maps results for roofers in Nelson. The usual reasons for missing out are a Google Business category that does not match, too few reviews to score near the top, or an address outside the area we cover. Sometimes we miss a business that should be here. Check where you rank first. If you are not there and think you should be, get in touch.