Keysborough covers 21.8 square kilometres, which makes it one of Melbourne's larger suburbs by area. It sits 27 km south-east of the CBD in the City of Greater Dandenong, postcode 3173. Metro Wide Roofing services every part of it, from the established northern streets to the semi-rural south, for roof restoration, washing, repointing, gutters, metal roofing and driveways. Start with a call to 0466 477 008. We phone back the same business day, inspect in person within the week and follow up with a written, itemised quote.
- Postcode 3173
- City of Greater Dandenong
- About 27 km south-east of the CBD
Three parts of Keysborough, three kinds of roof
The north generally features housing built from the 1960s through to the 1990s. Brick veneer with concrete tiles is typical of those decades, and the oldest of these roofs are now sixty years old and ready for restoration. The middle of the suburb changed in the 2000s, when large residential and industrial development began. Estates such as The Keys, Hidden Grove and Crystal Waters belong to this later period. Roofs there are mostly Colorbond or modern concrete tile, at the age where washing and gutter care do the most good.
South of that, market gardens and semi-rural properties run down towards Pillars Road and Mordialloc Creek. Houses on larger holdings often come with outbuildings and long driveways, and metal roofing is common. Open ground also means more wind and dust on the roof. Whichever part of Keysborough you live in, the age and material of the roof decide what work is worth doing, and the in-person inspection is where that gets settled.
Services we provide in Keysborough
Roof restoration
Mainly for the 1960s to 1990s tiled homes in the north of Keysborough. We clean, re-bed and point, replace failed tiles and rusted valleys, and finish with primer and two coats of Dulux Acratex roof membrane.
Roof washing
Suited to the estates built since the 2000s. A controlled clean removes grime, lichen and organic growth from concrete tiles, while Colorbond and painted roofs get a lower-pressure treatment and an optional protective coat.
Gutter replacement
Older northern homes often need new gutters and fascia cover along with the roof work. Profiles include quad, OGEE and squareline, with box gutter for wider roof spans, all in Colorbond or Zincalume.
Colorbond and metal roofing
Semi-rural properties in the south use a lot of metal roofing. We supply and install Colorbond and Zincalume for new roofs, re-roofs and tile conversions, with polycarbonate or fibreglass sheeting for patios and pergolas.
Gutter cleaning
Dust from open ground and nearby industry settles in gutters as sludge. We vacuum it out, hand clear the rest, flush each downpipe and send a photo report. Two cleans a year suit most homes.
Roof repointing
For tiled roofs where the capping has loosened but the tiles are sound, often seen on 1980s and 1990s houses. Ridge and hip capping is re-bedded and sealed with flexible pointing. Metal roofs are a different job.
Driveway pressure washing, restoration and sealing
From long semi-rural driveways to paved estate frontages, we pressure wash, fill cracks, resurface or re-colour, then seal. Concrete, exposed aggregate and pavers are all covered. Sealing typically lasts two to four years.
Frequently asked questions
Do homes in the north and south of Keysborough need different roof work?
Generally they do. Northern homes from the 1960s to 1990s mostly have concrete tiles that are due for repointing or restoration. Newer estates need washing and gutter care. Semi-rural properties in the south often have metal roofs, where a re-roof in Colorbond or Zincalume is more likely to be relevant.
Do you install roofing over patios and pergolas?
Polycarbonate and fibreglass sheeting are what we use for patios and pergolas, with Colorbond or Zincalume for the main roof. Sarking, insulation and ventilation options apply to the house roof. Tell us what you have in mind when you call, and each item is listed separately on the written quote.
How long does gutter replacement take?
One to two days is normal for a house. That covers removing the old gutters, fitting new Colorbond or Zincalume in the chosen profile, and connecting the downpipes. Fascia cover and leaf guard can be part of the same job. Larger Keysborough properties with long gutter runs can take a little longer.
