Canberra’s autumn leaf fall and summer storms create the perfect conditions for blocked gutters and downpipes, and the consequences of neglecting this maintenance can be surprisingly serious.
When guttering fills with debris, it stops doing its job of directing water away from the building. Overflow can run down external walls, pool around foundations, and work its way under eaves into the roof cavity. Downpipes that are blocked or undersized for the catchment area have a similar effect, backing water up and creating pressure on gutter joints and fascia boards.
Across Canberra suburbs like Macquarie and Page, we regularly see fascia boards that have softened and rotted from prolonged contact with overflowing water, a problem that starts as routine gutter clearing and ends as a carpentry repair.
A simple annual clean of your guttering before winter, combined with a check of downpipe flow, can prevent the vast majority of these issues. Look for sagging sections, separated joints, and visible debris buildup.
For a thorough inspection of your guttering, fascia, and downpipes, call Alpha Roofing ACT on 0458 807 882 or visit alpharoofingact.com.au.