Free Roofer Quote Template Australia

Scope of roofing work

Describe exactly what is being removed, repaired, supplied and installed. The example scope in the template identifies the nominated roof area, sheeting, roof blanket where included, flashings, ridge capping, fixings, sealants and waste.

Compare this with Replace roof — $24,000. That amount is illustrative only, not a recommended price. A detailed scope makes it much clearer what the customer is actually paying for and which work is outside the quote.

Common roofing jobs this template can be used for

• Roof replacement
• Metal roof replacement
• Tile roof repairs
• Roof leak repairs
• Flashing replacement
• Ridge capping
• Storm-damage repairs
• Roof restoration work
• Gutter replacement
• Downpipe replacement
• Roof-sheet replacement
• Patio roofing
• Shed roofing
• Garage roofing
• Commercial roofing
• Roof maintenance
• Small roof repairs

Tailor each roofing quotation template to the actual property and scope. A small roof repair quote template needs different detail from a complete roof replacement quote.

What should roofers consider when pricing a job?

Check roof area and pitch, building height, access, existing material removal, roofer labour and additional workers. Review roofing materials, flashings, ridge capping, battens, insulation or roof blanket where included, fixings, sealants, guttering and downpipes.

Allow for delivery, scaffolding, edge protection, equipment, waste disposal, travel, supplier trips and weather delays. Administration, business overheads and profit margin also belong in your internal costing. Confirm what each allowance includes so the same labour, access or disposal cost is not counted twice.

Use 10 Costs Tradies Forget When Quoting Jobs as a checklist and read How Much Should a Tradie Charge Per Hour in Australia? for the costs behind your labour rate. The free hourly-rate calculator uses your own business figures.

Roof measurements matter

Roofing quantities can depend on roof length, roof width, pitch, valleys, hips, ridges, flashings, penetrations, eaves and material sheet lengths. The actual roof surface area can differ from the building's floor area.

Use confirmed project measurements and supplier information when preparing the material list. This roofing pricing template does not calculate engineering or structural requirements.

Don't forget access and safety costs

Building height, roof pitch, difficult access and limited space around a property can affect equipment and setup. Scaffolding, edge protection and equipment positioning may need their own allowance.

These costs can be significant, so establish the actual project requirements before sending the quote. This is a costing checklist, not regulatory advice or a prescription for a particular safety system.

Account for roof removal and waste

A roof replacement may involve substantial labour before new materials are installed. Allow for removing old sheets or tiles, lowering materials safely, loading waste, skip bins, transport, actual tip fees and site clean-up.

Removal and disposal are part of the job cost rather than automatically free labour. State where those tasks are included in the price.

Don't overlook flashings and roof details

The main roof covering is only part of the job. Check ridge capping, valley flashings, apron flashings, barge flashings, penetrations, roof vents, existing chimneys, skylights and junctions with walls.

Describe the included work and materials without relying on a vague allowance. This checklist does not provide installation specifications.

Should roofers mark up materials?

Supplying roofing materials involves more than paying the supplier invoice. Measuring, preparing material lists, ordering, coordinating delivery, checking materials, managing damaged products, arranging replacements and handling unused materials take time and resources.

Account for those costs using your business figures; no fixed markup percentage is recommended here. Read How to Mark Up Materials on a Trade Quote for the difference between markup and margin.

How can weather affect a roofing quote?

Rain, wind, extreme heat, wet surfaces and site conditions can affect roofing schedules and productivity. Discuss the job's likely scheduling constraints with the customer.

This template does not promise a particular delay allowance, completion date or contract requirement.

Roof repair vs roof replacement quotes

Repairs can be harder to price when the full extent of a problem is not visible. Hourly or variable pricing may sometimes suit leak investigations, unknown damage, small repairs and investigation work. Fixed-price quoting may suit a defined roof replacement, known areas of sheet replacement, clearly scoped gutter replacement or known flashing work.

Even with fixed-price roofing work, understand your internal labour rate. Review the Australian hourly-rate guide. If you are considering a roofing estimate template because the scope remains uncertain, read Quote vs Estimate: What's the Difference for Tradies? before choosing how to present the price.

What should you check before quoting a roofing job?

Check roof type, roof area, pitch, height, access, existing roofing material, removal requirements and material selection. Review flashings, ridge capping, valleys, penetrations, guttering and downpipes.

Confirm scaffolding or access equipment, waste, delivery and labour. Review weather exposure, existing visible damage and potential concealed damage. Tailor the final scope and assumptions to the actual property.

Related quote templates

For other jobs, try the Carpenter Quote Template, Concreter Quote Template, Plumber Quote Template or Painter Quote Template. The Free Tradie Quote Template Australia provides a flexible starting point, or browse all templates.