Read helpful tips relating to home maintenance topics from Portervac; the roofing and guttering specialists with years of experience with gutter cleaning, roof repair and roof restoration for clients in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Read from our regularly contributed articles so you can learn from the best and understand the importance of professional gutter cleaning and roof maintenance written by the Portervac team.
There may be times where you need to get up on your roof due to noticeable problems from the ground. Before climbing it is very important to ensure you have the right equipment. It is recommended that you have a ladder that is suitable for the height of your wall, breaking strain rope, comfortable shoes …
There are a number of ways to identify when it is finally time to get your roof gutters cleaned: Damp and mould Mould can start to grow inside and out of your home, due to water overflowing from a roof gutter. Leaky roofs and saggy ceilings Water can also leak from you roof into ceiling …
Gutters are very important for roofs as they direct water flow. If not properly taken care of, numerous problems may arise. So when was the last time you had checked your roof gutters and is it time you enjoyed the benefits of gutter cleaning? Why roof gutter cleaning is important: Safety: Vacuum gutter cleaning allows …
Question # 1: Are your staff fully insured and qualified? Working at heights can be dangerous. If someone who is not insured gets hurt on your property you could be in all sorts of legal hot water. Plus if your home is damaged because of negligence on the part of the contractor you will be …
Tip #1: Cut away trees that hang over gutters By simply trimming back branches that hang directly over your gutters you’ll eliminate a large % of leaves and twigs that block gutters and downpipes. A simple monthly “Check and Trim” is all that is needed. Tip #2: Monitor the amount of dirt and debris that …
Mistake #1: Waiting for gutters to start overflowing before getting them cleaned By the time your gutters are overflowing in heavy rainfall it is already to late. There is every chance that water has already found its way into your roof, eaves and plaster boards, which can cost thousand of dollars to repair. By doing …
Misconception #1: My handyman or gardener can do just as good a job as a professional gutter cleaner Many maintenance, handyman and even roofing companies offer gutter cleaning as a side service. This means it is not their specialty. They do not do this work “Day in, Day out” and do not have the right …
Vacuum gutter cleaning is the most inexpensive and effective way of maintaining the value and appearance of your home. With some professional gutter cleaning services, you will be able to clear all the problems in your house such as roof leaks, damages from insects and other animals and some foundation problems. Roof gutters are essential …
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