"'Homeowners often wait until it's too late,' says Glen. 'They see a few leaves on their roof and think nothing of it, but they don't realise the debris is slowly forming a major blockage that could lead to a disastrous leak.' It can even lead to abatement fines if the water damages your neighbour's home too. According to Glen, a crucial part of this pre-autumn check is to assess your property's exterior for small issues before they become huge problems."
"It's simply a gutter guard made using a roll of plastic mesh from a DIY store, such as this Garden Netting from Amazon, and some cable ties. Heavy duty ones like the Oksdown 100 Pack Black Plastic Cable Ties fom Amazon would be necessary in an outdoor environment. Once you have the products, it's as simple as taking the following steps says Glen:"
Blocked gutters can cause significant autumn and winter damage by allowing leaves and debris to prevent proper drainage, risking leaks and harm to neighbouring properties. A very low-cost gutter guard can be made from plastic garden mesh and cable ties to stop leaves entering gutters. Heavy-duty outdoor cable ties are recommended. Installation involves cutting the mesh to the gutter length, laying it over the gutter, and securing it with ties. Preventing debris buildup reduces the chance of disastrous leaks, costly repairs, and potential abatement fines related to water damage to adjacent properties.
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