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Best Roofers in Wellington

We assessed 15 roofers in Wellington and ranked the top 5 on their public review record: rating quality, review volume and how recent the reviews are. The 10 listed below hold 588 Google reviews between them. No business can pay for a place in these rankings. Last updated 26 July 2026. How we rank →

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Before you hire

Roofing work can be expensive and hard to fix if done poorly. Ask 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 Wellington

The top 5 roofers in Wellington are Roof Wellington, Bayside Roofing, Element Roofing, Ridgetop Roofing, and Wellington Roof Painting, ranked by Top5 score. Scroll for our take on each, plus what to ask before you hire.

  • 1

    Roof Wellington

    ★ 5.0 131 reviews +1 Top5 Score 168 +1
    5★ 128 4★ 2 1★ 1

    Roof Wellington coordinates major reroof projects with daily progress updates, keeping homeowners informed through weather delays, asbestos removal, and unexpected structural issues. Their quotes have held firm to the final invoice, and they proactively flag insulation, spouting, and painting work that pairs well with a roof replacement.

    Reviews most often describe: Full roof replacements with complex site challenges

    • ✓ Daily site updates throughout project
    • ✓ No overruns on quoted price
    • ✓ Site left tidy each day
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  • 2

    Bayside Roofing Limited

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    ★ 4.9 92 reviews +5 Top5 Score 161 +2
    5★ 88 4★ 3 1★ 1

    Bayside Roofing takes on difficult re-roofing jobs, including turrets, bull-nose verandahs, and butynol replacement that other companies avoided. Their owner walks clients through each stage of the project, so there are no surprises about what is being done or why.

    Reviews most often describe: Full re-roofs on complex Wellington homes

    • ✓ Replaces butynol rather than covering it
    • ✓ Site cleaned up at end of each day
    • ✓ Warranty issues followed up years later

    location_on 71 Bridge Street, Rongotai, Wellington

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  • 3

    Element Roofing

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    ★ 4.8 93 reviews +6 Top5 Score 159 +4
    5★ 84 4★ 3 3★ 2 2★ 1 1★ 3

    Element Roofing coordinates the full scope of a re-roof project, bringing in scaffolding, asbestos removal, plumbing, and skylight contractors so homeowners don't have to. Named project managers keep clients updated at each stage, from quoting through to the finished job.

    Reviews most often describe: Full re-roofs on complex or older Wellington properties

    • ✓ Single point of contact for all trades
    • ✓ Tidies site thoroughly after each day
    • ✓ Explains work clearly before starting

    location_on 9 Lower Tyers Road, Ngauranga, Wellington

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  • 4

    Ridgetop Roofing Ltd | Wellington Roofing

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    ★ 5.0 61 reviews +8 Top5 Score 158 +4
    5★ 58 4★ 3

    Ridgetop Roofing turns up in person to measure and quote, which several building companies have noted as a genuine point of difference. Libby explains exactly what work is needed, often with photos taken on the spot, before any commitment is made.

    Reviews most often describe: Residential re-roofing and leak repairs in Wellington

    • ✓ Owner quotes on-site with photos
    • ✓ Tidy worksite after completion
    • ✓ Fits urgent jobs into busy schedule
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  • 5

    Wellington Roof Painting Ltd

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    ★ 4.9 50 reviews Top5 Score 150 +2
    5★ 47 4★ 1 3★ 1 1★ 1

    Wellington Roof Painting routinely replaces roof nails with tek screws and repairs corroded sections discovered mid-job, covering extras without adding to the invoice. Serge and the team are known for turning up on emergency callouts within 24 hours, including over the New Year period.

    Reviews most often describe: Full roof restores, repaints, and leak repairs

    • ✓ Extra repairs done at no added cost
    • ✓ Same-day emergency callout response
    • ✓ Tidy worksite left daily

    location_on 8 McKinley Crescent, Brooklyn, Wellington

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Before you hire a roofer in Wellington

Drawn from 174 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 runs from $80 to $200 per square metre for materials and labour combined. A standard home with 150 to 200 square metres of roof area will cost between $15,000 and $40,000 or more. Corrugated Colorsteel sits at the lower end; tiles, slate, and standing seam metal push costs higher. Roof pitch, access difficulty, and whether asbestos removal is needed will all move the final price up, and several Wellington reviewers noted costs shifted once unexpected rot, asbestos, or extra flashings were discovered mid-job.

How do I know if a roofer's recommended repairs are actually necessary? expand_more

Ask the roofer to show you photos of every area they say needs attention, taken from the roof itself, before you approve any work. A legitimate assessment will identify specific faults, explain the consequence of leaving each one, and distinguish between urgent repairs and maintenance items that can wait. One reviewer noted a roofer gave practical advice on what needed doing versus what did not, which is exactly the honest approach you should expect. If the scope feels large or unclear, get a second independent quote before proceeding, since a reputable firm will not pressure you to decide on the spot.

What should a roofing quote include before I accept it? expand_more

A solid quote names the exact product being installed, including brand, profile, and colour, so you can verify what arrives on site matches what was promised. It should itemise disposal of old materials, underlay replacement, flashings, gutters, and any builder work separately, because these are where unexpected costs appear. Reviewers praised firms that flagged additional work like insulation or downpipes upfront and included scaffolding in the quoted price rather than adding it later. The payment schedule matters too: one common and reasonable structure is 50 percent on acceptance and 50 percent on completion, with nothing paid in full before the job is finished.

What are the warning signs of a roofer you shouldn't hire? expand_more
  • –Workers arrive on site with no confirmed start date communicated to you beforehand.
  • –Extra work is carried out and charged without your prior approval, as happened in at least one Wellington review where flashings were installed without consent.
  • –The roofer is unreachable after the initial visit, ignores calls, and never delivers a written quote.
  • –Cleanup is left to you, with old materials, screws, or debris not removed from the site.
  • –Warranty and maintenance information is never provided after the job is completed.
  • –The quote is verbal only, with no itemised breakdown of materials, labour, or what is and is not included.
What should you ask before hiring a roofer? expand_more
  • –Ask whether they hold a current Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) Roofing licence and request their LBP number so you can check the register on the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment site.
  • –Ask if they are a member of the Roofing Association of New Zealand (RANZ), the industry body that sets trade standards and provides a complaints process.
  • –Ask what happens if additional damage is found once the old roof is removed, specifically whether they will get your written approval before doing extra work and charging for it.
  • –Ask for a fully itemised written quote that separates materials, labour, disposal, scaffolding, flashings, and any subcontractor costs.
  • –Ask what workmanship warranty they provide and get it in writing after the job, as reviewers noted the best firms sent warranty and maintenance information promptly on completion.
  • –Ask whether they manage associated trades such as asbestos removal, scaffolding, and spouting, since firms that coordinate subcontractors directly reduce your risk of delays and gaps in responsibility.

Roofers ranked 6 to 10 in Wellington

They scored below the top 5 on the same public review record.

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    LHG Roofing

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    ★ 5.0 34 reviews +3 Top5 Score 148 +1
    5★ 34

    LHG Roofing steps in for urgent jobs mid-schedule, including same-day temporary fixes ahead of forecast rain, then follows up to complete the work properly once conditions allow. On larger projects like multi-unit townhouse developments, their office team stays on top of CCC paperwork and roofing warranties without the client having to chase.

    Reviews most often describe: Residential re-roofs, urgent repairs, and developer projects

    • ✓ Urgent same-day temporary repairs
    • ✓ Site left tidy each day
    • ✓ Competitive pricing on full re-roofs

    location_on 46 Victoria Street, Petone, Lower Hutt

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  • 7

    Roof It | Wellington

    ★ 4.9 44 reviews Top5 Score 147 +1
    5★ 43 1★ 1

    Roof It keeps clients informed through every stage of a re-roof, including weather delays, with proactive email updates rather than silence. When unexpected problems surfaced mid-job, like dodgy weatherboards or chimney removals, they resolved them quickly at minimal added cost.

    Reviews most often describe: Full roof replacements with unexpected complications

    • ✓ Drone photos of completed work
    • ✓ Skylight additions during re-roof
    • ✓ Daily site cleanup during job

    location_on 132 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington

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  • 8

    Adam Hall Roofing

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    ★ 4.9 35 reviews +1 Top5 Score 144 +1
    5★ 33 4★ 1 1★ 1

    Adam Hall Roofing coordinates multi-trade roof replacements on older homes, including organising builders for timber repairs without the owner having to source them separately. Their pricing holds firm through job completion, and they have checked on roofs personally during storms when owners were away.

    Reviews most often describe: Full roof replacements on older or complex homes

    • ✓ Price held despite material cost increases
    • ✓ Checks roof during storms if owner away
    • ✓ Coordinates scaffolding and subbies in quote
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  • 9

    Freeman Roofing Wellington (formerly Brockelsby Roofing Products)

    ★ 4.7 31 reviews Top5 Score 140
    5★ 27 4★ 2 3★ 1 1★ 1

    Freeman Roofing turns around custom roof flashings accurately and faster than expected, without needing to be chased. Their team will also point you toward a suitable installer if you need one, rounding out the whole job.

    Reviews most often describe: Homeowners sourcing roofing materials and custom flashings

    • ✓ Faster turnaround than quoted
    • ✓ Guides you to right profile and material
    • ✓ Installer referrals available

    location_on 3 Kinleith Grove, Kenepuru, Porirua

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  • 10

    Wellington Long Run Roofing Ltd.

    ★ 4.8 17 reviews Top5 Score 134
    5★ 16 1★ 1

    Wellington Long Run Roofing takes on complicated roofs that other Wellington firms declined to quote, including multi-gable, dormer, and mixed-material jobs. Their in-house workshop lets them fabricate custom components on site, cutting wait times and keeping the job moving through wet weather.

    Reviews most often describe: Complex re-roofs on older or irregular homes

    • ✓ On-site custom tray and gutter fabrication
    • ✓ Coordinates asbestos removal and builders
    • ✓ Own scaffold included in job

    location_on 56 Montgomery Crescent, Clouston Park, Upper Hutt

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About this ranking

How are the top roofers in Wellington chosen? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for roofers in Wellington. 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. See how we rank for the full method.

How often are rankings updated? expand_more

Every category and city is recrawled on a rolling cycle, about once a month. This page was last checked on 26 July 2026.

Can a business pay to appear in this list? expand_more

No. Top 5 and Also Recommended positions are merit-only and cannot be purchased. Verifying a business is free. A subscription adds a website link on the card, a public profile page, and competitor and ranking history in the owner's dashboard, none of which affects ranking position. See what a subscription includes.

Why isn't my business listed? expand_more

We build this page from Google Maps results for roofers in Wellington. 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. At the last update, the smallest review count among the 10 businesses listed here was 17. Check where you rank or read how rankings work.