Gutter cleaning and maintenance to prevent water damage and protect your home
At Wattle Roofing and Maintenance, we understand the importance of proper roof gutter maintenance. Gutter cleaning is important because it helps to prevent water damage to your home or building. Clogged gutters can cause water to overflow, potentially causing damage to the foundation, walls and roof. They can also cause water to seep into the basement or crawl space, leading to mold and mildew.
In addition, clogged gutters can cause ice dams to form in the winter, which can damage the roof and gutters. Cleaning the gutters also helps to prevent pests and animals from nesting in the gutters which can lead to damage over time. Regular gutter cleaning can also help to prolong the life of the gutters and ensure that they are functioning properly.
Help protect your property during a bushfire
Keeping gutters clean can also help during a bushfires in certain circumstances. During dry, hot weather, leaves and other debris can accumulate in gutters and become a fire hazard. If a spark or ember from a nearby fire lands in the gutters, it can ignite the debris and start a fire on the roof of a home or building. Cleaning the gutters on a regular basis can help to remove this potential fuel source and reduce the risk of a fire starting on the roof.
However, it is important to note that gutter cleaning alone is not sufficient to protect a home or building from bushfires, and additional measures such as creating defensible space, using fire-resistant building materials, and having an emergency plan in place are also crucial.
The NSW Rural Fire Service has a great reference on how to protect your home during a bushfire.
Gutter Guard and Mesh installation
In addition to our gutter cleaning service, we also offer gutter guard installation. Gutter guards prevent debris from clogging your gutters and causing damage. They also make it easier to maintain your gutters, so you won't have to worry about cleaning them as frequently.
Our gutter guard installation is designed to fit nearly any type of common roof, including tiled or tin roofs, and we use high-quality materials to ensure that they will last for years to come. Gutter guard installation is an affordable and effective way to protect your home or business from water damage.
Don't let clogged gutters damage your property, contact Wattle Roofing and Maintenance for professional gutter cleaning and gutter guard installation services today. We will be more than happy to provide you with a free estimate and help you to keep your home or business safe and dry.