Your existing gutter system is probably doing a great job at protecting your home from water damage. Will it stay this way forever? Even the best performing downspout gutters need a little extra help from time to time – most commonly because they’ve become clogged up. Leaves, branches and waste can block your gutters and cause them to flood with water. This excess liquid then seeps into your home, causing rotting, infestations and discolouration. So when should you be cleaning them out? The frequency of gutter cleaning in Auckland homes varies across the seasons and depends on the measures put in place to minimise blockages.
How Do Downspout Screens & Gutter Guards Work?
Imagine a tea strainer that’s large enough to isolate whole leaves. This is what a screen and gutter does and using this kind of protective apparatus will make gutter cleaning on your Auckland property easier. Downspout screens and gutter guards enable the free flow of rainwater through your gutters by filtering out potentially disruptive materials, which means fewer downspout gutter clean-ups are required. While they won’t eliminate the need for annual clean-ups, the overall condition of your gutters will be improved. Your options include:
Downspout Screens:
- Aluminium strainers – easy to install and flexible
- Copper strainers – durable and versatile, with the ability to work underground as well
- Plastic filters – impact resistant and quick to assemble
Gutter Guards:
- Metal nets/screens – keeps large debris out and is affordable
- Sponge filters – these allow water through but often catch tiny seeds (which may sprout in the sponge).
- Micro mesh technology – catches all sizes of rubble – from the biggest to the smallest
Determine If You Need Protection For Your Gutters
Every home is unique, and so are their gutters. Some properties are surrounded by dozens of trees and are clogged frequently while others only face an occasional problem in Autumn. This is why there are different types of downspout screens and gutter guards. Consult with a professional to determine which one would do your property good.
If you’re looking for expert gutter cleaning in Auckland, Tailored Property Services is what you need. Request a free quote or call us today on 0800 42 00 24.
