Why You Should Clean Your Gutters Before Gold Coast Storm Season
Why you should clean your gutters before Gold Coast storm season
Gold Coast storm season runs roughly from November to March, and it can dump a lot of water in a very short time. If your gutters are blocked when that hits, the water has nowhere to go.
What blocked gutters actually cause
- Overflow into the roof and walls. Water backs up under the roof edge and into ceilings and wall cavities.
- Leaks and stained ceilings. By the time you see a stain, water has usually been sitting there for a while.
- Rotting timber and fascia. Constant moisture damages the boards your gutters are attached to.
- Fire and pest risk. Dry leaf build up is a fire hazard in the lead up to summer and a nesting spot for pests.
The problem with waiting
Everyone books at the same time. As soon as the first big storm hits, every gutter cleaner on the Gold Coast is flooded with calls, and you wait in the queue while the water keeps coming. The quiet window before the season is when you actually get a fast booking.
When to book
The best time is late winter into spring, before the storms arrive. If it has been more than a year, or you have a lot of trees around the home, do not leave it.
What a good clean includes
- Clearing all gutters and downpipes, not just the easy sections.
- Flushing to check the water actually flows.
- Before and after photos so you can see it was done properly.
Beat the rush. Get an instant price guide and book your clean before the season starts.