A clean and well managed house no doubt looks astonishing, however, the cleanliness and maintenance is not limited to the inside of the house, the outside of your house or building matters as much as the inside. In fact, a proper drainage system is enough to do the most of the trick. All you have to do is ensure that the right gutters and down pipes are installed to dispose-off the rain and waste water properly.

As a matter of fact, choosing the appropriate location, material, shape and size of the gutter and downpipes in Perth play a crucial role in maintaining not only the outer appearance but the foundation of any building. Choose your contractor wisely, make sure that he is licensed, insured and experienced, and he will take care of the rest.

There are three kinds of gutters in Perth and downpipes available and you can select one depending upon the style and architecture of your building, local rain pattern and budget.

Cast iron Gutters

Cast Iron Gutters and downpipes are mostly found in old houses. These gutters have appreciable endurance provided they are properly maintained by regularly painting them. The paint protects them from moisture and thus prevents rusting.

These kinds of gutters are also very heavy and require timely check to ensure they are securely fastened as otherwise they become damaged beyond repair and need to be replaced.

PVC Gutters

PVC gutters can be usually found in new buildings or houses. PVC gutters are becoming increasingly popular as they are lighter, much easier to attach to the roof, cost less and do not need to be painted for maintenance. These gutters are usually black or gray in color.

Pressed Steel Gutters

These gutters are much stronger and lighter than its cast iron alternatives and are usually coated with zinc (i.e. are galvanised) to prevent rusting. Pressed steel gutters are not very popular as of now but can be seen installed in a few buildings.