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Your Autumn gutter protection action plan

Sunday, March 6th, 2011

As the cooler months approach we enter what we call our peak gutter season.

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

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What is gutter protection and do I need it for my home?

Wednesday, January 12th, 2011

We are often asked at The Leaf Man Australia whether gutter guard is essential. We have built a business around gutter guard and gutter protection – so we can’t imagine a roof without it. The benefits of gutter guard are much like that of anti-ageing cream for skin ageing. It’s all about protection and long term benefits.

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.

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How Did Santa Go Landing His Sleigh On Your Roof?

Saturday, December 25th, 2010

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

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The Greener Way To Guard Your home

Wednesday, July 7th, 2010

As Australian home owners focus on keeping their homes and especially their gutters fire resistant this winter, The Leaf Man Australia is proud to introduce a greener way of keeping the leaves at bay!

The Leaf Man Gutter Guard has always provided the optimum way to keep gutters debris free, fire proof and bird proof. Their gutter guard is also essential for the harvesting of cleaner tank water.

Now in its undertaking to retain its position as the leader in the gutter guard & roof protection industry, The Leaf Man Australia is pleased to announce the release of its 3 dimensional powder coated gutter protection.

The Leaf Man Australia is proud to be the only Australian company who produce their gutter guard from start to finish from its manufacturing plant in Australia.

We begin by expanding the BlueScope coils to our exacting measurements for the most efficient apertures. We then powder coat each piece individually resulting in a 3 dimensional protected finish. From there each piece is either cut or folded to suit the required roof and gutter profile.

Jarrod Clarkson, general manager of The Leaf Man Australia said “We have been installing The Leaf Man gutter guard here in Australia for the last 14 years with outstanding results!

However with the constant testing and monitoring of our product against the extremes of the Australian climate we knew that we could produce yet again a stronger & more environmentally friendly product.

And now we have and are pleased to pass on the benefits to our clients.

These benefits include:
? A smoother product surface which facilitates a greater removal of debris
? The strength of steel now coupled with the further protective properties of powder coating.
? Powder coating is non-toxic to the environment. Further reassurance when gutters are used for collecting rainwater.
? A non-corrosive finish, ensuring maximum protection against salt spray and UV rays.
? A non- reactive effect ensuring compatibility with all metal finishes on roofs and gutters.
? Aesthetically appealing – no ugly sagging or fixing filaments.
? Flammability index of Zero (0) which complies with council requirements
? Powder coating emits zero or near zero volatile organic compounds (VOC)
? Powder coating overspray can be recycled and thus it is possible to achieve nearly 100% use of the coating
? Powder coating production lines produce less hazardous waste than conventional liquid coating

In addition to their own product going greener, Jarrod Clarkson knows that “It is just as important for each Australian family to do their part in their homes, as it is for Australian companies such as The Leaf Man Australia”

The Leaf man Australia’s Tips for a Greener Home:
? Install a water tank and harvest rain water
? Keep the cold air out and warm air in by minimizing draughts. Pop a snake under door jams and cover large glass/window areas with heavy curtains
? When purchasing heaters look at the energy star ratings for a good indication of the appliances energy efficiency
? Insulate your home – it will keep you warm in the winter and cool during the summer months
? Hang your clothes on the clothes line on sunny days or inside on a clothes horse on rainy days. Clothes dryers produce more than 3 kilograms of greenhouse gases per cycle!

The Leaf Man Australia P/L is a family owned and operated company entering its 14th year as a specialist in Premium Steel Gutter Guard.

“We have been protecting the roofs of Australian homes for over 14 years and will continue to have a clear goal of striving for a greener and more environmentally conscious ways of doing business both for now and the future”.

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