Your roof takes the full force of Southland's cool, wet climate, frequent frosts, lower sunshine hours and strong southerly winds, so quality roofing work is not the place to cut corners. Whether you need a re-roof, repairs or a new roof on a build, an experienced Invercargill roofer protects everything underneath.
This page highlights the Top 5 roofers in Invercargill, based on independent research into reputation, workmanship, durability and reliability.
The top 5 roofers in Invercargill are 1. CS Roofing Southland, 2. Southern Roofing Services, 3. Continuous Group Southland, 4. Tim Yeo Contracting, 5. Karl Boniface Roofing. Below we explain why each made the list, compare them at a glance, and share how to choose.
This featured position sits above the editorial Top 5 and is clearly labelled. It does not influence the rankings below.
With over 40 years of experience, CS Roofing Southland provide roof repairs, maintenance and complete roof installation across Invercargill and the region.
NZQA-qualified and LBP-certified with over 20 years’ experience, Southern Roofing handle new-build roofing, re-roofs and re-clads across Southland.
Based on Leet Street in Invercargill, Continuous Group offer a full roofing and cladding service, installing long-run iron and metal tiles for new roofs and re-roofs.
Serving Invercargill and Southland for over two decades, Tim Yeo are fully insured LBPs installing new roofs, re-roofs and repairs including corrugated long-run.
KBP combine plumbing and roofing, offering long-run roofing, water-protection systems and repairs across Invercargill and Southland.
A quick comparison of our Top 5 picks.
| Roofer | Best for |
|---|---|
| CS Roofing Southland | Experienced re-roofs and repairs |
| Southern Roofing Services | New-build roofing and re-roofs |
| Continuous Group Southland | Roofing and cladding, new and re-roof |
| Tim Yeo Contracting | Long-run roofing and repairs |
| Karl Boniface Roofing | Roofing alongside plumbing |
Independent, editorial, and reviewed regularly.
TopChoice rankings are editorially curated by our New Zealand team and reviewed periodically. We don't host our own reviews. Our shortlists draw on public reputation signals from Google and other platforms, alongside our own research into each roofer. We weigh up a combination of:
We don't accept payment in exchange for a place in the Top 5. Featured placements are separate and always clearly labelled. Rankings may change over time as businesses evolve.
Roofing problems are easy to ignore until they cause real damage, so timely repairs and quality materials pay off. In Invercargill, where high rainfall, frost and strong southerly winds test roofs, the right roofing system and proper flashings and fixings make a big difference to how long a roof lasts.
When choosing a roofer, ask about the materials they recommend, what guarantee they offer on workmanship, and how they manage safety and access. Always get a written quote and scope before work begins.
It depends on roof size, pitch, access, the material chosen and how much existing roofing needs removing. Long-run steel such as COLORSTEEL is a common, durable choice. Get an itemised quote that covers removal, underlay, flashings and disposal, not just the new roofing.
Isolated leaks, a few loose fixings or damaged flashings can often be repaired, while widespread rust, age or recurring leaks usually point to a re-roof. A good Invercargill roofer will inspect honestly and tell you which is the better spend.
Long-run COLORSTEEL steel is the standard across Southland for shedding rain and handling wind and frost; many older tile roofs are converted to long-run. The right underlay, flashing detail and fixings matter as much as the roofing material itself, so ask your roofer what they recommend for your home and site.
Most do. Spouting, downpipes and internal gutters are part of keeping water off and away from the building, and gutters need to cope with Southland's frequent, driving rain. Ask whether gutter work is included in your quote.
A standard house re-roof often takes several days to a week or more, depending on size, complexity and weather. Invercargill conditions can cause delays, so a good roofer will build weather contingency into the plan and keep your home watertight during the work.
Roofing materials usually carry a manufacturer warranty, and reputable roofers offer their own workmanship guarantee on top. Ask what each covers and get it in writing, as the workmanship guarantee is what protects you against install faults.
Editorial disclosure: TopChoice is an independent editorial platform. Some pages may include clearly labelled featured placements for additional visibility. Featured placements do not influence rankings within our Top 5 lists.
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