Can’t decide whether to repair or replace your roof? Consider the questions below and consult your local expert Melbourne roof plumbers at O’Boyle’s Roof Plumbing! When your roof is compromised, it can cause serious damage to your dwelling. Fixing water damage, animal infestation or structural damage is expensive and can cause homes to be uninhabitable. If you have damage on your roof, consider the following questions to help you decide whether to patch up the damage with roof repair or opt for a complete replacement. 1. Roof Age How old is your roof? Asphalt roofs last between 15 and 20 years, while metal roofing...

Category: Roof Plumber Melbourne, Metal Roofing Melbourne Did you know that homeowners can save up to 40% on summer cooling costs with a metal roof? Homeowners typically choose metal roofing for its durability, versatility and affordability. But some don’t realise that it can also save them money on cooling and heating bills! Metal roofing is an environmentally friendly material that looks good and is great for your home. At O’Boyle’s Roof Plumbing, we professionally install roofing to ensure that your roof’s energy efficiency properties are maximised. By enhancing these features with proper installation and ventilation, you will save money on energy bills and have a...

Investing in quality roof plumbing is an important part of property construction and maintenance. If your roof plumbing isn’t installed properly or if it becomes broken, it can cause significant damage to your home. Problems caused by poor roof plumbing 1. Ceiling damage When water doesn’t drain off the roof properly, it can leak into the crawl space. Eventually, it builds up and makes its way through your ceiling. Stained ceilings and damp patches can be caused by this internal water damage. In severe cases, it can cause the ceiling to sag or break. This damage should be treated urgently, as it may present...

Category: Roof Plumber Melbourne, Metal Roofing Melbourne Metal roofing is a sustainable, versatile, and cost-efficient roofing option which is utilised by new and renovated homes across Australia. Below, we discuss 5 benefits of metal roofing.  1. Highly Durable Metal roofing offers a high level of durability, able to withstand the hot summer sun and cold Melbourne winters. While Melbourne and the nearby Mornington Peninsula often experience severe weather conditions, metal roofing has the resilience to withstand the harsh Australian climate. The tough metal roofing material resists corrosion, has excellent fire retardant properties and is not affected by termites and other insects. Additionally, metal roofing...

Category: Roof Plumber Melbourne Colorbond is a durable, low-maintenance roofing option that is made in Australia, for Australian homes. Colorbond roofing is suited to a range of buildings, with numerous colour options and the ability to withstand harsh climates. Much like any material left in the sun, Colorbond does fade over time. The process, however, takes longer than other traditional roofing options like tiles. It is recommended that owners of a Colorbond roof perform maintenance tasks to boost the appearance of their home and monitor for uncommon damage or leaks.    Take good care of your Colorbond Roof by performing these simple tasks: Clean...

Category: Roof Plumber Melbourne Roof plumbing involves stormwater disposal, collection and drainage. The specific, specialist skills of a roof plumber allow them to construct and repair plumbing systems on the roof, gutters or down pipes and connect drainage systems to rainwater tanks. O’Boyles Roof Plumbing offers a reliable service to Melbourne residents. Their emphasis on compliance, safety, and quality results ensures your plumbing systems are built to last.  How can a Roof Plumber help with my Newly Built Home or Business? Roof plumbers complete a variety of jobs on newly constructed residential and commercial buildings. These include: Installing effective roof drainage systems Supplying and installing...

Category: Roof Plumber Melbourne Signs It's Time to Replace Your Gutters Maintaining clean and functional gutters is an important part of home maintenance. In this article, we explore the signs of when it’s time to replace your gutters, rather than just repair them. Functional Signs that your gutters need replacing While your gutters may look brand new, it is important that none of the following problems are occurring at your home, as this may be a sign they are not functioning optimally. Water standing in your gutters is a clear sign that your gutters are not functioning correctly. Replacement or repair is required to correct...

Category: Roof Plumber Melbourne Benefits of Colorbond Roofing Colorbond Roofing is a hardwearing roofing material which is extremely popular in Australia due to its ability to maintain its structure and appearance in harsh and regularly fluctuating weather conditions. The coated steel is manufactured by Australian company BlueScope Steel, and is the choice of material for commercial and residential builders across Australia. Below outlines some of the many benefits of using Colorbond Roofing. Stylish Design + Colour Choices Colorbond is available in a broad range of colours and profiles to suit your specific aesthetic requirements. If you want a material that is highly durable, matches...

Category: Roof Plumber Melbourne, Metal Roofing Melbourne How to Choose the Best Colour for Your Metal & Colorbond Roof Re-roofing your home or choosing the roof for a new house represents an important investment of your time and resources. You work hard to ensure that the roof you choose will keep your home dry and energy efficient. But your roof should also improve your home’s aesthetic appearance and property value. One of the most important factors to these secondary purposes is the colour of your roof. Fortunately, metal roofing and Colorbond roofing has a huge variety of colours that you can choose from. Here are...

Category: Roof Plumber Melbourne, Metal Roofing Melbourne There are three golden rules for metal roof maintenance. Whether you already have a metal roof or intend to get one installed, you probably have a couple of questions in mind. Questions like, how much maintenance is going to be involved? Can you clean it yourself, or should you enlist the help of professionals? And just how often should cleaning and repairs happen, anyway? These are all good questions, and in this article, we intend to put your mind at ease by answering them. The good news Generally speaking, a properly installed metal roof will last the lifetime of...