The best facia and gutter replacement services in Melbourne
Continuous guttering is a family-owned licensed plumbing business that was established in 1999 and has grown over the years from its trademark of professionalism, excellent standard of workmanship and finish which, is applied to each and every project that is completed by the team. Continuous Guttering are committed to providing a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee on every facia and gutter replacement job completed.
Our aim is to provide efficient and reliable gutter installation, cleaning and replacement service to our diverse range of Melbournian customers and better again at affordable prices. We will remove rusted gutters and downpipes and install them with the latest continuous Colorbond Guttering material, which means it’s a once in a lifetime commitment, we provide 25-year guarantee on Colorbond products, but the life expectancy is at least twice that long because we use a heavier thicker gauge gutter. Colorbond is made with a five-layer system and is fully tested under harsh Australian weather conditions.
The continuous guttering team will come out to you with our mobilised machine that is similar to the ones used to extrude guttering in factories, so we can make the gutters to any length without the restrictions involved in transporting.
Over the years we’ve built our reputation on taking the extra care needed to replace your gutters which means no shortcuts taken. Our expertise, honest advice and experience as fully licensed Roof Plumbers and all of our work comes with 6-year material and workmanship warranties.
We pride ourselves on communication, reliability, service and leave your property in neat condition every time – we give you exactly what you want, and a little bit more by guaranteeing a perfect job!
We are leaders in gutter cleaning in Melbourne. Our roof gutter cleaners are fully qualified and insured and use the latest vacuum gutter cleaning technology.
Why Continuous Guttering?
- Less chance of leaks and rust as no joins or screws used
- Thicker, Stronger, and Heavier than the competition
- Using continuous lengths of steel eliminates material wastage
Warranty
- 25 Year Manufacturer’s Warranty on Materials
- 6 Year continuous guttering Workmanship
- 20 Year paint warranty
Our Guarantee
- Quality products and workmanship
- 100% customer Satisfaction Guarantee
We use the best Colorbond guttering
We use genuine Colorbond guttering; using our Colorbond means it’s a once in a lifetime commitment, you will never need to replace them again. We provide a 25 years guarantee on Colorbond products, but the life expectancy is at least twice that long because we use a heavier thicker gauge gutter. We use genuine Colorbond material, and we won’t use imitation coloured metal products like fake Colorbond from China.
Colorbond guttering is a good choice for your gutters, fascia and downpipes, it will last for a very long time. Colorbond guttering can perfectly match your roof colour and make your house look amazing. Colorbond steel is made with a five-layer system and is fully tested under harsh Australian weather conditions.
Colorbond guttering comes in a huge range of options including various colours, sizes and shapes. Colorbond guttering is suitable for both old and new homes, it is best used for replacing existing gutters and is compatible with both steel and tile roofs making it the best choice for your home. Colorbond gutters can be produced to individual lengths and have a range of accessories to match.
Colorbond Colours Range for Guttering
Tips For Installing Gutters and Downpipes
Building a home is never complete without a roof and while the roof is truly essential, you mustn’t forget to prioritize the use of gutters and downpipes as they’re responsible for keeping the rainwater away from the house’s structure, allowing it to be sturdy and well-built.
The rain gutter is on the edge of the roof where the rain passes through to be collected. After it goes through the gutter, it’ll redirect to the downpipe, leading to a drainage or rain barrel.
When it comes to installing gutters and downpipes, you don’t just install them in any way you want to. There are specific ways to maximize the use of its full potential in your home, allowing you to
Keep your family safe and sound. Listed below are the tips on how you can install downpipes and gutters successfully.
The first thing you need to do when it comes to installing your gutters and downpipes is to purchase the right materials You need to note that no home is similar; what material works for others may or may not work for you.
You can choose various materials for your gutter and downpipes, such as aluminum, copper, galvanized steel, galvalume, zinc, and vinyl. Before you pick out the first thing you see, you have to see their strong and weak points. If you’re aiming for flexibility and cost-effectiveness, aluminum will work great. If you want durability that should last you long, copper is a perfect choice; however, you need to prepare for its hefty price tag.
One of the most common mistakes people make when purchasing their gutter and downpipes is choosing the wrong size. Most people would buy a standard size to be on the safe side. However, you need to take different factors as it affects how your gutter and downpipes perform.
If you’re living in an area where the rainfall is usually intense, you might want to consider purchasing a bigger gutter and downpipe size to accommodate the water amount. If it’s typically blazing snow in your area, getting a wider gutter would prevent ice dams. If you’d like a more successful elimination of ice dams, having a heated gutter system would work wonders.
When placing your gutter hangers, make sure they’re spaced for a maximum of 3 feet apart. If you choose to go any further, it might cause your gutter to sag, especially when it’s handling plenty of rainwater and snow. Additionally, if you’re living in colder climates, you should place the gutter hangers at least 2 feet apart for additional support so they’ll be able to carry the weight of snow and ice.
When installing your house’s rain gutter, you need to avoid making it flat and leveled as it’ll not allow the water to run through the downpipe. You need to ensure that you provide enough steep to enable the water to move smoothly, releasing its gathered water to the downpipe.
Moreover, you need to be careful with your angle. If your steep is too high, it might rush the water to flow down the downpipe and cause it to overflow, especially with heavy rains. You need to ensure that the gutter is at the right angle where the water runs in an adequate flow.
When it comes to placing your downpipes, you should put them where the water on your gutter reaches its end. Ideally, the downpipe should lie on your wall and shouldn’t be placed bare in the open. When you allow it to run straight down, the water flow might be too intense, and people might bump into the pipe, which can cause further damage.
When placing your downpipes, you should ensure that it’s properly and securely placed on the gutter and has a proper attachment to the wall. You should avoid having gaps that can provide leaks. Lastly, the water should be going through 8 to 10 feet away from the home’s foundation. However, you can choose to allow the downpipe to be connected directly to a rain barrel for water harvesting.
Installing gutters requires precision and accuracy. You need to make sure that the steep is just right and the materials and size you use are appropriate for your house and your local area’s climate. You should ensure that you place them correctly and avoid any possibilities of leaks and blockage for a smoother flow.
With proper gutter and downpipes placement, you’ll be able to continue to enhance your home’s exterior, making it look better and attractive.
All Colorbond products carry a 25 year manufacturers guarantee. Continuous Guttering are fully certified by HIA plumbing board and fully insured, you can have peace of mind you are dealing with professionals.
