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Polycarbonate Options for Pergolas
There are many options available if you are thinking about covering or replacing your pergola with polycarbonate. Gone are the days when only one choice existed – the heavy fibreglass option that went milky over time. Today the choices available are aimed at different budgets and offer a variety of finishes with varying degrees of … Read more
Box Gutter Installers and the problem of complying with Plumbing Regulations
Box Gutter Design Compliance Box gutters are an essential part of the roof drainage system. They are simply described on the VBA’s Box Gutter Design Fact Sheet as “a graded channel, generally of a rectangular shape, for the conveyance of rainwater within the building footprint, including adjacent to a wall or parapet”. It is at … Read more
Knotwood Aluminium Wall Cladding is Definitely Not Wood
Timber Wall Cladding – a Persistent Architectural Trend There’s a certain something special about timber wall cladding that has kept this architectural trend relevant over decades, if not centuries. One cannot deny that the natural warmth and feel of weatherboard facades create a welcoming atmosphere that never goes out of style. At beach-side properties, timber … Read more
Water Leaking in Through Chimney
Chimney Leaks Got a leak around your chimney? We’ve got the solution. Chimneys and fireplaces are a lovely feature in homes whether traditional or contemporary. But they are also a common source of water ingress. Often it takes a long time before a chimney leak becomes apparent. Sometimes it shows up as dampness at the … Read more
Replacing a shopfront verandah metal roof
Want to replace a shopfront verandah metal roof in Melbourne? Read on to discover what is required when you replace a shopfront verandah metal roof in Melbourne and see how Roofrite can make it easy for you by doing all the “behind the scenes legwork” to make your project Council and Worksafe compliant. The actual … Read more
Box Gutter Repairs – Melbourne
Box Gutter Issues Intense Spring rains often bring to a head long-standing problems with box gutters. Box gutters are the ideal place for leaves and debris to get caught and trapped. The result is the debris blocks the sump and causes water to then dam in the box gutter until it eventually overflows, usually down … Read more
Colorbond Roofing in Melbourne – What to Consider
Why use Colorbond Roofing in Melbourne? It’s a question people will be confronted with when planning a renovation or new build. The answers are many and varied and no one answer is really right or wrong. Visual Appeal Let’s start with the visual. Colorbond roofing in Melbourne is a popular choice for those wanting to … Read more
17 Questions For A Metal Reroofing Quote in Melbourne
Are you looking at a metal roof replacement? These 17 questions will help you get the most out of the experience. We want you to not only have a new roof, but for the process be as smooth as possible. Project Specific Questions to ask if you’re getting a metal roof replacement quote If budget … Read more
Gutterguard Guide
GUTTERGUARD GUIDE Every Autumn we’re presented with a beautiful palette of reds, oranges and yellows as leaves begin to change colour on the trees. But, once the leaves begin to fall, all thoughts of beauty quickly turn to irritation if your dwelling is under those same trees. All you can think about is how your … Read more