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 plumbing1. Ceiling damageWhen 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 MelbourneMetal 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 DurableMetal 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 MelbourneColorbond 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 MelbourneRoof 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 MelbourneSigns 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 MelbourneBenefits 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 MelbourneHow 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 MelbourneThere 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...

Category: Roof Plumber Melbourne, Metal Roofing MelbourneEverything you need to know about re-roofing. If you’re thinking about getting a new roof, you’re probably thinking about whether to go for traditional tiles or a metal roof. It’s a big decision. Your roof is, after all, the most important part of your home’s structure. It’s the covering which provides protection from the elements; which prevents water, wind and hurricane damage; and stops wild animals from entering your home. There are more types and styles of roofing available today than ever before. From natural materials like slate and wood, to manmade products such as asphalt...

Category: Roof Plumber MelbourneHow to minimise fading of your Colorbond roofing The short answer to the question, “does Colorbond fade?” is that yes, eventually it does. But the good news is that it’s still more colourfast than most other roofing materials and there are a steps you can take to minimise how much your roofing fades. How well you maintain your roof Like anything that is not given time and attention, your Colorbond roof will fade if not looked after properly. Old photos left in the sun will fade; old paint also fades. So whether or not your Colorbond fades over time will...