Lurnea Gutter Repair Service
Your gutters are a crucial part of a well-designed system that’s meant to keep water away from your home and divert it safely into the stormwater collection. But here’s the thing: they need regular maintenance to do their job effectively. If your gutters get blocked, it’s bad news. You’re risking roof leaks and significant damage to your property. And hey, let’s not forget about the bushfire risk. When debris piles up in your gutters, it becomes the perfect fuel for embers that can travel long distances and ignite spot fires.
Sometimes, gutters become loose or get knocked out of place. Gravity is what makes the whole system work, so any alteration in their positioning can render them pretty useless. Plus, over time, gutters can suffer from rust and corrosion, further compromising their functionality.
In Lurnea and surrounding southwest Sydney, worn-out and damaged guttering is pretty common. Wild weather events like strong winds and hail can wreak havoc on your gutters, and let’s not underestimate the trouble-causing abilities of our local wildlife, like those pesky possums. Regular gutter cleaning and timely repairs are way more cost-effective than taking chances with ineffective gutters every time a heavy downpour hits.
Plus, many home insurance policies won’t cover claims that result from a lack of property maintenance. That includes blocked gutters leading to water damage. So, if you neglect your gutters and end up with a disaster, your claim might get rejected. Don’t take that risk and make sure you stay on top of your gutter maintenance game.
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Signs you may need a Gutter Repair:
There are some pretty obvious signs that your gutters need attention. If you spot any of these signs, don’t wait around to see what happens when it rains again. It’s best to get a professional inspection lined up as soon as possible.
Here are some common signs that indicate you might need our Lurnea Gutter Repair team to swing by:
- Keep an eye out for any visible holes, cracks, or gaps in your gutters. If you see those, it’s a clear sign that something’s not right.
- Another red flag is when your guttering starts pulling away from the edge of the roof in certain sections. That’s a definite signal that there’s an issue that needs fixing.
- Don’t ignore visible rust on your gutters. Rust is not a good look, and it’s a sign that your gutters are in need of some tender loving care.
- Sagging gutters are a problem too. If your gutters are sagging, it’s a sign that they’re not doing their job properly and may require some attention.
- Keep an eye out for any evidence of water damage, like discoloured or peeling paint. That’s a clear indication that your gutters are letting water in places it shouldn’t be.
- Mould is another tell-tale sign that something’s up with your gutters. If you spot any mouldy patches, it’s time to call in the experts.
- During rainfall, pay attention to any unusual water runoff behaviour. If water is not flowing as it should, it’s a sign that your gutters may be clogged or not functioning properly.
- If you notice waterlogged plants or boggy areas in your garden near the downpipes, that’s a sign that your gutters may not be directing water away as they should.
- Last but not least, if you spot water pooling in hard areas like patios instead of draining away, it’s time to take a closer look at your gutters.
Don’t ignore these signs! They’re telling you that your gutters need some attention, and our Lurnea Gutter Repair team is here to help.
Reasons you should use a professonal gutter cleaning service:
It never ceases to amaze us how much money people spend on a new television and the hours spent keeping their car sparkly, yet completely neglect their gutters. Cleaning your gutters is a pretty simple task with the right equipment and can have some pretty bad outcomes if you fail to do it. Some of the reasons we think you should give our Liverpool Gutter Cleaning crew a call include:
- Ensuring your gutter and downpipe systems work efficiently during heavy rain. Built up organic matter in gutters occurs gradually and you may not notice during light rain, but when a big deluge hits, all that water has to go somewhere…
- Reduce your home’s bushfire risk. Recent years have proven how devastating and widespread bushfires can be. Urban areas such as southwest Sydney are not immune as we have many urban interfaces with dense bushland. Embers from a bushfire can travel distances of many kilometres, causing spot fires and rapid spread to property. Many homes are lost when embers land in leaves trapped in guttering. In Liverpool, cleaning your gutters should be a routine part of preparation going into the bushfire season.
- Deter invasive pests. Wildlife such as rodents, birds, possums and snakes have a tendency to build their habitats in warm, dry roof spaces. It’s actually quite impressive how quickly a bird can build its’ nest in a gutter. Unfortunately though, this can cause a significant blockage.
- Look after your own physical safety. Not everybody is comfortable to work from a ladder and even if you once were, there does come a time when balance issues, strength or injury makes it unsafe for your to do so. Our local Liverpool roofing team are trained, qualified, experienced and insured to carry out work on your roof and guttering. Don’t risk a nasty fall for a job that can easily be handled by a professional.
- Keep your home insurance policy valid. Most home and contents insurance policies state in the fine print that the property owner has a responsibility to adequately maintain their property. Water damage claims are sometimes rejected if the cause is attributed to the owner neglecting those obligations.
- Play the long game and save money. Regular gutter maintenance will help them last much longer. Preventing runoff from entering your eaves, fascia and wall cavities will also provide more longevity for your entire property. Overloaded guttering becomes heavy and is prone to sagging or coming loose. Pooling water and moisture in gutters can also lead to rust issues.
In a nutshell, regularly cleaning your gutters out enables them to do what they’re designed to do!