FAQS | Gutter Protection Solutions

Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems extend the “roof pitch line” to the outer edge of the gutter. The mesh screen supports the leaf debris, allowing normal wind action to circulate and blow leaf debris to the ground, “simple but effective.”

Mesh size?

Rigorous testing has shown that Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems’ 3.5mm raised aperture mesh to be the optimum size in preventing the majority of debris entering the gutters, whilst accepting the heaviest of rainfall.

Maintenance?

Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems’ see-through mesh makes gutter inspection simple, if any fine silt build up should occur it can be easily removed with an air blower or garden hose without the need to remove the mesh.

Will it keep out birds and other vermin?

When correctly installed our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems will prevent birds entering along gutterline and valleys, however, all points of entry including chimney flashings and gable endings require attention to ensure your roof cavity is vermin proof. Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems’ metal mesh will not be chewed or removed by birds or possums, ensuring a cleaner healthier environment in your roof space.

Will it prevent fire hazards?

Dry leaf build-up in gutters and valleys has been noted by fire authorities as a potential bushfire hazard. Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems prevent leaf build up in gutters. However, roofs of low pitch may still accumulate some leaf debris, especially on valley mesh, during seasons of heavy foliage fallout, therefore periodic inspection is recommended.
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Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems’ aluminum gutter mesh has been independently tested by CSIRO and has achieved the best possible results of “zero” for non-flammability.
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*We also stock a 2mm aperture aluminium woven mesh where ember proofing is a specific bushfire requirement.

Will it improve tank water collection?

Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems’ 3.5mm mesh has been tested and designed to receive the maximum quantity of rain water whilst excluding the majority of leaf debris.
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The fine debris that may enter the gutters will be removed by the fine mesh filter in your tank inlet, ensuring only clean water enters your system. Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems’ powder coated mesh is drinkwater safe.

Can I install it myself?

Depending on the accessibility and steepness of your roof, a handy person should be able to install our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems in most situations, provided the instructions are followed.
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It is important to take care when working at heights.
Installation should only be undertaken by agile, competent people.
We recommend qualified installers to ensure optimum performance.

Will it be noticeable from the ground?

Yes, it will be visible from the ground. However, as it is colour coded to match your roof and the open mesh allows the roof profile to show through, it is virtually undetectable when compared to the thicker plastic mesh that most suppliers offer.
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While it is obviously more noticeable than mesh that fits inside your gutter, the more important question to ask is, do those other gutter guards work as well as our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems?

Is it expensive?

A CHEAP ROLL OF LOW GRADE PLASTIC MESH WITH 10MM HOLES PURCHASED FROM THE LOCAL HARDWARE STORE THAT YOU LAY IN THE GUTTER YOURSELF WILL KEEP OUT SOME OF THE LARGER LEAF DEBRIS, HOWEVER THE GUTTERS WILL SOON BECOME BLOCKED AND WITHIN A SHORT PERIOD YOU WILL NEED TO GO THROUGH THE DANGEROUS TIME CONSUMING TASK OF REMOVING IT AND CLEANING THE GUTTERS REPEATEDLY IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN CLEAN GUTTERS.
A QUALITY PRODUCT INSTALLED CORRECTLY BY A PROFESSIONAL TRADES PERSON OBVIOUSLY COMES AT A PRICE, BUT CONSIDERING IT WORKS EFFECTIVELY, ELIMINATES THE DANGEROUS TIME CONSUMING TASK OF GUTTER CLEANING AND IS GUARANTEED TO PERFORM FOR AT LEAST 15 YEARS, IT CERTAINLY EQUATES TO GOOD WORRY FREE VALUE OVER IT’S LIFETIME.

Will it last?

Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems’ aluminium powder coated mesh is durable, flexible and strong.
It will not rust, will not burn and is compatible with colorbond roofing products.
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Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems’ aluminium mesh conforms to the Australian standard of building in bushfire prone areas as 3959-2009.
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Covered by a realistic 20 year performance guarantee our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems’ aluminium gutter mesh will certainly outlast plastic and flyscreen type meshes.
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Our Aluminium Gutter Mesh and Ember Guard Systems' fixing components are manufactured from quality bluescope colorbond steel.

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