Roofers and spouting/gutter installers in Auckland
What roofers and spouting/gutter installers do
Roofers install and repair roofing in metal, tile, membrane and other materials, including flashings, spouting and downpipes that keep water away from the walls.
You usually need them for: A new roof on a new build or extension, a re-roof, leaks, failed flashings, or replacing spouting and downpipes.
Where they fit in a new build or renovation
Typical project stages where this trade is on site:
- Roof and cladding (weathertight)
- Completion and maintenance
Usually needed for: new builds, extensions & additions, recladding & weathertightness, townhouses & developments.
Stages are indicative. Your builder or project manager sets the real sequence.
Check before you hire
Installing a roof on a house is restricted building work. Check the person is a Licensed Building Practitioner in the Roofing class (or otherwise licensed for that roof type) on the LBP register, and ask for a Record of Work.
Official links
- Licensed Building Practitioners (LBP) scheme
- LBP public register
- Roofing Association of New Zealand: find a roofer
Questions to ask
- Do you hold an LBP Roofing licence, and for which type of roof?
- What is the warranty on the materials and on your workmanship?
- How will you manage water, safety and scaffolding during the job?
Checked against the official sites on 3 Nov 2026. General information only, not legal advice.
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Frequently asked questions
What do roofers and spouting/gutter installers do?
Roofers install and repair roofing in metal, tile, membrane and other materials, including flashings, spouting and downpipes that keep water away from the walls.
When do I need a roofer?
A new roof on a new build or extension, a re-roof, leaks, failed flashings, or replacing spouting and downpipes.
How do I check a roofer?
Installing a roof on a house is restricted building work. Check the person is a Licensed Building Practitioner in the Roofing class (or otherwise licensed for that roof type) on the LBP register, and ask for a Record of Work.
What should I ask a roofer before hiring?
1. Do you hold an LBP Roofing licence, and for which type of roof? 2. What is the warranty on the materials and on your workmanship? 3. How will you manage water, safety and scaffolding during the job?
Does a roof replacement need building consent?
A comparable replacement in the same position is generally exempt from building consent, but a different material, a structural change or work caused by a durability failure usually is not. See our consent guide and confirm with Auckland Council.