Stand # 339
Friday – Monday
10am – 6pm

Recently seen at The Better Homes and Gardens Show in Melbourne and now at The Ideal Home Show at the Perth Exhibition and Conference Centre.

Come and see The Leaf Man Gutter Guard WA and his comprehensive display that will visually show you how strong and reliable The Leaf Man Gutter Guard is.

Mark and his team are fully trained and comprehensive in knowing what will be the best Gutter Guard application for you individual roof.

Manufactured in Australia exclusivley by The Leaf Man Australia, The Leaf Man Gutter Guard has the exclusive rights to this BlueScope Steel powdercoated gutter protection.

Let Mark show you its benefits and strengths and you can put you ladder away forever!

Do you have a wish  list for your home?

Or perhaps it’s more of a needs list.

Whichever it is, bring your list along to  the HIA Home Show this weekend in Sydney at Darling Harbor.

You’ll have a lot of fun . You can dream about all your wishes and make some well founded decisions based on the quality of exhibitors there.

Come and see us on Stand P23 – We look forward to meeting you.

Aluminum and Copper gutter guards. Made to the same exacting standards of our Steel gutter guard, our Aluminum and Copper now gives the consumer a greater choice of material whilst not having to compromise on quality.

The same strength and profile of our Steel gutter protection – we’ve just made the choice easier for you.

Stay tuned to our blog for the “Official Release” .

 Both our Aluminum and Copper is now available for all domestic, industrial and commercial applications.

Ensure Clean Tank Water

As Autumn is here – so too are the falling leaves from deciduous trees and the winds that can create debris havoc in your gutters!

It is the perfect time to think about the water that you harvest into your water tank.

What do you use your tank water for? Is your tank water clean enough? How is your tank water filtered?

All these questions are important ones – and the answers found simply by installing gutter guard to your gutters.

The importance of The Leaf Man Gutter Guard for keeping your tank water clean:

• Provides more filtration. The Leaf Man Gutter Guard provides immediate filtration at the gutter level – preventing leaves form entering your tank. More filtration means cleaner tank water
• Maximises water harvesting potential  – a clogged gutter restricts water flow and therefore the amount of water that flows into your tank
• Prolongs the life of the tank’s water pump. The cleaner the water is that enters the tank the less silt the pump has to draw from. Pumps also lose efficiency with dirty tank water.
• Takes pressure off your first flush diverter – This keeps fine silt out of your tank. Flush diverters need to be clear of twigs and leaves to work efficiently
• Bush fire embers ignite in leaf filled gutters – at bushfire time you need all the water you can get

NB Although these advantages are for harvesting rainwater for your tanks, leaf free and efficient roof plumbing is essential on all buildings.

Leaves start to shed from trees and winds pick up and fly debris onto your roof and into your gutters.

Put simply – gutters without The Leaf Man Gutter Guard will become blocked.

 So what does this mean for your gutters and why do you need gutter protection?

 When gutters are installed on a new home or when you have old gutter replaced at your existing home they generally do not come with gutter guard installed. This leaves you gutter exposed to early ageing and deterioration. Gutters can also become blocked and clogged after just one storm!

Clogged and dirty gutters lead to rust and deterioration and can create major problems for your roof and home.

 Gutters clogged with leaves & debris stay wet for exceptionally long periods. This moisture severely degrades the protective finish of the guttering and begins the corrosion of your gutters.

 Not visible from the outside of your home – what is also happening is that the overflow of water that cannot flow through the clogged guttering doesn’t just fall onto the ground. It flows back into your roof cavity. Too often the damage of rotting timber isn’t noted until it’s too late.

 Clean gutters that are protected with The Leaf Man Gutter Guard will prevent:

 1.    Overflowing gutters that leak water onto paths

2.    Rotting roof timbers which can lead to leaks through your ceiling

3.    Dirty tank water

4.    Burning embers in the case of Bush fire igniting with collected gutter debris

 Quick Autumn Action Plan

 Check your invoice if you have recently had gutter guard installed to insure it is steel gutter guard and not plastic which can burn, warp and deteriorate

1. Have a chat with your neighbours to ensure that they will be caring for their winter garden
2. Cut back loose branches form trees and regularly rake dry leaves form your gardens. Loose leaves fly and can make it to your roof
3. Contact The Leaf Man for a complimentary gutter guard quote – for the ultimate gutter guard protection

1800/1300 LEAF MAN (532 362) or 1300 888 743

What style of roof does your home have?

A close friend enlisted a few people to help with some pre sale maintenance on her home. When we offered to clean her gutters she asked “Does my style of roof have gutters?”  It got us thinking here at The Leaf Man Australia factory about how many Australians don’t know what style of roof they have, or how gutter protection could increase the value of their home.

Below are descriptions of the most common roof styles and how The Leaf Man Gutter Guard fits perfectly – of course if you have any questions, or don’t think your roof fits into one of these, feel free to give our factory a call for more information.

Tiled

Tiled Roof

Tiled roofs are the most common roofs used on homes. Of course they come in a variety of colours and The Leaf Man Gutter Guard will be installed in a colour that matches and compliments your roof. Our guard is custom folded to suit your roof and gutter type.  Sitting on the lip of the gutter, it slips neatly under the first row of tiles.

A perfect look and fit, your tiles will be held firmly in place and your gutters perfectly protected.

Corrugated Roof

Corrugated Roof

This style of roof is becoming very popular in new homes and roof restorations. The sleek look of this roof is perfectly complimented by The Leaf Man Gutter Guard. Of course they come in a variety of colours and The Leaf Man Gutter Guard will be installed in a colour that matches and compliments your roof.

Machine scalloped in our factory to fit seamlessly into the corrugations of your roof with a bead of silicone allowing for a natural of water to your guttering and a natural removal of debris through wind and rain.

No saddles, no brackets and no unsightly sagging. Our strong versatile steel can also be fitted perfectly to your valleys.

Flat Roof

Of course they come in a variety of colours and The Leaf Man Gutter Guard will be installed in a colour that matches and compliments your roof.

Flat Roof

Can’t see your roof style here?

We can still help! Call us for a complimentary gutter assessment and quote.

An All Australian Company using Australian Steel
Gutter Guard designed & adapted in Australia for All Australian Conditions ]]> http://theleafman.com.au/uncategorized/993/feed/ 0 http://theleafman.com.au/uncategorized/choosing-the-right-gutter-guard-company-for-your-home/ http://theleafman.com.au/uncategorized/choosing-the-right-gutter-guard-company-for-your-home/#comments Wed, 12 Jan 2011 01:51:40 +0000 Christine http://theleafman.com.au/?p=990 You wouldn’t have found gutter guard on many peoples wish list for Christmas. But you will find many holiday home-owners putting off the dreaded task of cleaning out their gutters. Rather than climb that rickety ladder, you may decide to finally invest in a solution. But now you have another problem. Which gutter protection for your home?

Here are some steps to make it easier for you.

1. Choose a reputable company that has been in business for at least 10 years
2. Choose a solid product that will last the distance.
3. Choose a product manufactured in Australia – products made off-shore can vary greatly in quality with each despatch.
4. Choose qualified and insured installers – ask to sight their insurances. All installers who work on a roof must have a height safety card, public liability, workers compensation. If they’re not insured – neither are you – and you may be liable for their injury.

Make sure the company they represent stands behind them. Here today gone tomorrow companies with no responsibilities for preferred installers say it all!
5. Choose a product that suits your requirements – not “the best” product which happens to be their only product! All roofs are not created equal and most require exacting fitting.
6. Be wary of companies that copy others. Similar names and similar products all reek of disgruntled ex-employees who have issues – don’t make them yours!
7. And be wary of companies who insist on a maintenance program. That’s a great revenue – maker for them but a hole in the pocket for you!
8. By the same token be wary of those sales people who criticise competitors. Again – you are looking for quality and integrity of product and personal and company.
9. Don’t be pressured into ‘signing up today for that great deal”.
10. Finally, take your time, test the product and test the company and have a restful summer.

These benefits include prolonging the life of your gutters and keeping your gutters clean.

Clogged and dirty gutters lead to rust and deterioration and can create major problems for your roof and home.

Clean gutters that are protected with The Leaf Man Gutter Guard will prevent:

1. Overflowing gutters that leak water onto paths
2. Rotting roof timbers which can lead to leaks through your ceiling
3. Dirty tank water
4. Burning embers in the case of Bush fire igniting with collected gutter debris

1. Gutters clogged with leaves & debris stay wet for exceptionally long periods. This moisture severely degrades the protective finish of the guttering and begins the corrosion of your gutters.
2. Not visible from the outside of your home – what is also happening is that the overflow of water that cannot flow through the clogged guttering doesn’t just fall onto the ground. It flows back into your roof cavity. Too often the damage of rotting timber isn’t noted until it’s too late.

But just like with skin, new gutter is much easier to look after and keep working and looking good!

Contact our office at The Leaf Man Australia and one of our trained consultants can evaluate your gutters and provide you with a free quote on providing your home with the best gutter protection available.

Sometimes we get complacent in cooler weather and don’t have the dangers of summer at the forefront of our minds.

Our Melbourne Leaf Man Australia Team came across this article about the fire dangers before us this summer.

The Leader article

Santa told us here at The Leaf Man Australia that there were some very dirty gutters indeed, as well as some slippery roofs and dodgy roof tiles. But if you haven’t got experience in roof landing and walking, like Santa, then make sure you call in a professional to get those gutters clean and debris free ready for summer.
Recently our Sydney and Melbourne teams worked closely with local communities to get their gutters and roofs ready for summer’s potential dangers.
It is essential that you and your family are prepared. The message from the Rural Fire Service is to:

Prepare. Act. Survive.

The Leaf Man has been helping Australians to protect their homes from bush fire for over 14 years.

How does The Leaf Man Gutter Guard help to protect my home from bush fire?
The Leaf Man Gutter Guard is installed on to your gutter and has been designed to leave no gaps between your gutter and your roof line. It ensures that your roof line is sealed off and in turn helps to protect your roof as well as your gutters from flying embers.

What makes The Leaf Man gutter Guard the best option for my home?
The Leaf Man Gutter Guard has been granted from the CSIRO a zero flammability certificate – this means that there is 0 chances that it will become flammable in a fire – unlike other gutter guard products made from aluminum or plastic. The Leaf Man Gutter Guard will not ignite or melt under intense heat and is anti-corrosive. Hot embers landing on The Leaf Man Gutter Guard will simply burn out.
Of course the intensity of a bushfire is hard to predict – Protecting your gutters is one step of your families bush fire survival plan.

Your family’s Bush Fire Survival Plan
We have compiled the following list of information to help you prepare the best you can for the approaching bush fire season.
The information follows and compliments the guidelines of the Rural Fire Service.

PREPARE
Ensure your gutters are clean form debris. Gutters without any gutter guard protection will need to be cleaned weekly.
Immediate installation of The Leaf Man Gutter Guard onto your gutters will protect your gutters and roof line. Only roofs with steel gutter guard installed are classified as ‘constructed for bushfires ’*The Leaf Man only installs steel gutter guard
Ensure your yard, including all paths on the sides of your home are free from flammable material, dry leaves and twigs
Prepare your Bush Fire Survival Plan  

A thought out plan that has been discussed with your family and written down ensures that everyone will know what to do in the event of a fire.
Become familiar with the new bush fire ratings
SEVERE – only well prepared homes may provide shelter
EXTREME – At extreme it may be dangerous to stay in any home which is not constructed for bushfires. Homes need to have steel gutter guard to be in this category
CATASTROPHIC – means that the potential for loss of lives is very possible. The recommended option is to leave early

ACT
Become familiar and follow the new fire warnings*
ADVICE means fire is in your area stay up to date
WATCH AND ACT MEANS a bush fire is approaching. Put your bush fire survival plan into action.
EMERGENCY WARNING means a fire is about to impact. Any delay puts your life at risk

*information from the Rural Fire Services www.rfs.gov.au