Services · East London & Eastern Cape
Roof Cleaning & Roof Painting in East London
Moss, dirt and rust cleaned off, then primed and painted with a proper roof coating.
- Free site visit
- Fixed, itemised price
- 7+ years on the tools
- Warranty-backed work
Elite Home Finishes cleans and paints roofs across East London and the surrounding towns — concrete and clay tiles, IBR and corrugated sheeting, and fibre-cement. A properly prepared and painted roof looks new again, and the coating protects the covering from salt air, sun and rust.
Most of the work in a roof paint job is preparation. Tiles are pressure-cleaned to remove moss, lichen and dirt; sheeting is cleaned and any rust is treated back to a sound surface; broken tiles, loose fixings and failed ridges are repaired first. Paint over a dirty or rusting roof peels within a season.
The coating is a dedicated roof paint system, primed first where the surface needs it, and applied at the right thickness. Colour can stay the same or change completely — and a lighter roof colour noticeably reduces heat build-up in the ceiling space in summer.
Roof painting is also the right moment to deal with anything else up there. We check ridges, flashings, fixings and gutters as part of the clean, and quote any repairs before painting starts.
What's Included
What our roof painting service covers
- Roof pressure cleaning — moss, lichen and dirt removed
- Tiled roof painting — concrete and clay tiles
- IBR and corrugated iron roof painting
- Rust treatment and priming on metal roofs
- Broken tiles and loose ridges repaired before painting
- Gutters and fascias painted to match
Our Approach
Why Homeowners Choose Elite Home Finishes
- 01
Preparation first — cleaning, rust treatment and repairs before any paint goes on.
- 02
Dedicated roof coatings suited to salt air and strong sun, not ordinary wall paint.
- 03
Repairs found during cleaning are quoted and fixed before painting, so the new finish lasts.
Your Options
Options & Finishes to Choose From
- 01Clean only
- Pressure-cleaning to remove moss, lichen and grime — freshens the roof and shows up any repairs needed.
- 02Clean & paint
- Full clean, repairs, primer where needed and roof paint in your choice of colour.
- 03Rust treatment
- Treating and priming rusted metal sheeting before painting, to stop the rust spreading under the new coat.
- 04Colour change
- A new roof colour — lighter colours reflect more heat and keep the ceiling space cooler.
How We Work
How Your Project Runs, Step by Step
- 1
Roof inspection
We check the covering, ridges, fixings, rust and gutters, and agree colour and finish.
- 2
Fixed, itemised quote
Cleaning, repairs, primer and paint set out line by line.
- 3
Clean, repair & paint
Pressure-clean, repair, treat rust, prime and paint — in dry weather, with the property protected from overspray.
- 4
Hand-over
A final check of coverage and a clean-up of the site.
Planning Your Project
What Affects Cost & Timeline
We go through each of these at the free site visit, so the quote reflects your actual job.
- Roof condition — broken tiles, rusted-through sheets and failed ridges need repairing before paint, not painting over.
- Rust — surface rust can be treated and primed; sheets rusted through need replacing.
- Colour — lighter colours reduce heat gain in summer.
- Weather — cleaning and painting need several dry days, so timing matters.
- Access — double-storey and steep roofs need extra safety equipment.
No surprises
What you can count on before you spend a cent
7+ years on the tools
Our team has been building and installing for over seven years — you're not paying for someone to learn on your home.
Free site visit
We come to you, measure properly and talk it through, then send you a written quote. No call-out fee in East London suburbs, and no obligation.
Fixed, itemised price
Every material and labour line is written down before work starts, so the price you approve is the price you pay.
Warranty-backed work
Our workmanship carries a warranty, and manufacturer warranties on materials and products are passed on to you at hand-over.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
If the covering is structurally sound, yes — cleaning and painting restores its look and adds a protective coating for a fraction of the cost of replacement. If sheets are rusted through or many tiles are failing, repairs or replacement come first.
Answer 01
Is it worth painting an old roof?
If the covering is structurally sound, yes — cleaning and painting restores its look and adds a protective coating for a fraction of the cost of replacement. If sheets are rusted through or many tiles are failing, repairs or replacement come first.
Answer 02
Can you paint over rust on a tin roof?
Not directly. Rust has to be cleaned and treated, then primed with a metal primer, or it keeps spreading under the new paint and lifts it. Sheets rusted right through need replacing.
Answer 03
Do you clean roofs without painting them?
Yes. A pressure clean on its own removes moss, lichen and dirt, and it also shows up any cracked tiles or problem areas that need attention.
Answer 04
Does a lighter roof colour keep the house cooler?
Yes — lighter colours reflect more of the sun's heat, which reduces how hot the roof and ceiling space get in summer.
Answer 05
Is the quote free?
Yes. The roof inspection and written, itemised quote are free in East London suburbs.
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Service Area
Roof Painting Across East London & Surrounds
We work on roof painting throughout East London and every suburb and town within roughly 60km — from the coast through to King William's Town, Bhisho and Berlin.
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Tell us what you have in mind. We'll visit, measure, and give you a fixed, line-by-line price — no obligation, no call-out fee in East London.