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Marrickville is the largest suburb in the Inner West Council area, about 7 kilometres south-west of the Sydney CBD with postcode 2204, and it mixes low and high density housing with commercial and light industrial land. Residential streets feature older cottages, terraces and apartment buildings, while Marrickville Road, Illawarra Road and Marrickville Metro anchor the retail side. What sets Marrickville apart is its industrial land: general industrial precincts around Carrington Road, Sydney Street and Shirlow Street, close to Sydenham Metro station, are lined with warehouses, factories and workshops whose large metal roofs, box gutters, skylights and roof sheeting need regular maintenance to protect stock and equipment. Older homes bring their own challenges, from rusted sheeting and cracked tiles to flashing failures, and parts of the suburb fall within heritage conservation areas. Ivy Roofing has serviced homes and businesses across Marrickville for over 20 years, and our HIA membership (#1311978) means every repair, re-roof and gutter job is carried out by qualified tradespeople to proper compliance standards.
We fix cracked or slipped tiles, rusted metal sheeting and storm damage on Marrickville cottages, terraces and apartment buildings before leaks reach ceilings and walls.
When a Marrickville roof is past economical repair, our team manages full tile or metal re-roofing, with material and colour choices that suit your street and any heritage requirements.
We repair sagging gutters, replace corroded sections and downpipes, maintain box gutters and fit leaf guards on Marrickville homes, warehouses and commercial buildings.
We install and reseal skylights and roof lights on Marrickville homes and industrial buildings, correcting flashing failures that cause leaks around roof penetrations after heavy rain.
Using moisture tracing and thorough roof inspections, we pinpoint the source of hidden leaks in Marrickville homes and warehouses, so the repair actually solves the problem the first time.
From warehouses, factories and workshops in Marrickville's industrial precincts to shops along Marrickville Road, we repair and replace metal deck and flat roofing, box gutters and flashing, scheduling work to protect your operations.

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We run a small manufacturing business in Marrickville and our warehouse roof was leaking around the skylights. Ivy resealed them, replaced rusted sheeting and scheduled the work around our shifts. Clear quote and no surprises.
Our old Marrickville cottage had rusted roof sheeting and a leak in the back room. Ivy found the cause quickly, replaced the damaged sections and tidied up completely.
Needed gutters and box gutters sorted on a small commercial building. The team explained what had failed, gave a written quote and finished on time.
| Ivy Roofing | Most Other Roofers | |
|---|---|---|
| Free Roof Inspections | Comprehensive inspection with photos and written report — completely free | Typically charge $150–$300 for an inspection or provide a quick verbal-only assessment |
| Upfront Fixed Quotes | Comprehensive inspection with photos and written report — completely free | Typically charge $150–$300 for an inspection or provide a quick verbal-only assessment |
| Before & After Photo Documentation | Comprehensive inspection with photos and written report — completely free | Typically charge $150–$300 for an inspection or provide a quick verbal-only assessment |
| Warranty on Workmanship | Comprehensive inspection with photos and written report — completely free | Typically charge $150–$300 for an inspection or provide a quick verbal-only assessment |
| We Actually Answer the Phone | Comprehensive inspection with photos and written report — completely free | Typically charge $150–$300 for an inspection or provide a quick verbal-only assessment |
| Clean & Respectful Site | Comprehensive inspection with photos and written report — completely free | Typically charge $150–$300 for an inspection or provide a quick verbal-only assessment |
Yes. Marrickville has tightly zoned general industrial precincts around Carrington Road, Sydney Street and Shirlow Street, close to Sydenham Metro station, with many warehouses and factory units. We repair and replace metal deck roofing, flashings and box gutters, trace leaks and schedule work around your operations to protect stock and equipment.
In most cases, yes. We plan roof sheeting replacement in stages where possible, keep work areas clearly separated and schedule the noisiest or most disruptive tasks outside operating hours. Before quoting we check access, existing fixings and any skylights, so you know the timeline and how your site will be protected from weather during the job.
Yes. Skylights, roof lights, vents and other penetrations are among the most common leak points on older industrial and commercial roofs. We reseal or replace failed flashings, install new roof lights where daylight is needed, and check the surrounding sheeting so the repair solves the problem instead of moving it a metre along.
Warning signs on older Marrickville roofs include cracked or slipped tiles, rusted sheeting, failed flashing, damp ceiling stains and gutters that overflow in heavy rain. An inspection will show whether targeted repairs will solve the problem or whether a full re-roof is the more cost-effective choice over the long term for your home.
Parts of Marrickville sit within heritage conservation areas managed by the Inner West Council, so changes to roof materials, colours or form may need approval. Like-for-like repairs are often simpler, and industrial buildings are usually treated differently. We check your property and advise early so you don’t face surprises or delays.
We aim to inspect urgent leaks in Marrickville within 24 to 48 hours, especially after severe storms when damage is widespread across the Inner West. For active leaks we can often arrange a temporary fix on the first visit to limit water damage to ceilings, insulation and stock while the full repair is scheduled.
Buildings from before the mid-1980s can contain asbestos cement products, including roof sheeting, so older Marrickville homes and warehouses need care. If we suspect asbestos during an inspection, we flag it before any work begins and recommend testing by a qualified assessor. Removal should only be carried out by a licensed asbestos removalist in line with NSW requirements.
