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Roofing
Thatched roof

How much does a thatched roof cost?

  • R400 – R600/sqm
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Thatched roof prices depend on several factors. We have examined prices of different variations and what influences them and pointed out what you need to pay attention to in order to get the best value for your money.


Thatched roof

  • R400 – R600/sqm

This is the price per square metre for a thatched roof, including installation. The final cost will depend on the size and complexity of your roof, the quality of the thatching material, and the experience and expertise of the chosen thatcher. As for material, for each square metre you will need about 95 bundles. So, If you know what is your roof area, you can estimate what the material alone will cost. Additional costs may apply if you opt for special netting, treatments, and sprays. The cost of installing a brand new thatch roof usually costs approximately the same as replacing an existing one. Thatch roofs are environmentally friendly and provide a high level of insulation. They will also give your home that true South African look and feel. For a thatched roof, expect to pay between R400/sqm and R600/sqm.

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Recent jobs for thatched roofs

Roof repair/maintenance

  • City or suburb: Goodwood
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Estimated project start: 1–3 months

Because of the acute slope heavy rain causes water to come back and leak into the house. Only a portion was waterproofed - as per picture attached. I need costs on how to waterproof or solve the problem of water coming back.

New roof installation or replacement

  • City or suburb: Cape Town , Gordons bay
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approx. size of the roof (sqm): 100–200 sqm
  • Is your roof sloped or flat?: Flat
  • Desired roofing material: I need advice
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Zinc material I prefer email communication, i can't take calls.

Roof repair/maintenance

  • City or suburb: Thornton
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Need roof sheets.I currently have leaks in my roof .

New roof installation or replacement

  • City or suburb: Brackenfell
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approx. size of the roof (sqm): 0–100 sqm
  • Is your roof sloped or flat?: Flat
  • Desired roofing material: Metal sheeting
  • Estimated project start: More than 3 months

New roof installation or replacement

  • City or suburb: Parow
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approx. size of the roof (sqm): 100–200 sqm
  • Is your roof sloped or flat?: Both
  • Desired roofing material: Slate
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

New roof installation or replacement

  • City or suburb: Pretoria east
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approx. size of the roof (sqm): 100–200 sqm
  • Is your roof sloped or flat?: Sloped
  • Desired roofing material: I need advice
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Want to do waterproofing on the roof. Welcome to contact me anytime.

New roof installation or replacement

  • City or suburb: Pinelands
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approx. size of the roof (sqm): 0–100 sqm
  • Is your roof sloped or flat?: Both
  • Desired roofing material: Slate
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Patio- Nutec slate

Roof repair/maintenance

  • City or suburb: Goodwood
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Estimated project start: 1–3 months

refit roof lining for vw polo 1.4 trendline

New roof installation or replacement

  • City or suburb: Mount Edgecombe
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approx. size of the roof (sqm): 100–200 sqm
  • Is your roof sloped or flat?: Sloped
  • Desired roofing material: Tile
  • Estimated project start: Within a month

Need to replace roof on one of our sites .

New roof installation or replacement

  • City or suburb: Bloemhof
  • Property type: Residential home
  • Approx. size of the roof (sqm): 0–100 sqm
  • Is your roof sloped or flat?: Sloped
  • Desired roofing material: I need advice
  • Estimated project start: More than 3 months

i have slates on my roof and they nearly expiring. So gathering quotes for replacing them with what is standard now. I prefer Whatsapp communication.