The weather is heating up, the days are getting longer, the bees are buzzing wildly, and many Queenslanders are getting stuck into their Spring cleaning tasks.
If you are one of them and sprucing up your home is high on your priority list, we believe your roof is the ideal place to start.
Why Spring Clean your Roof?
Your roof protects your home and its contents, so maintenance really shouldn’t be ignored.
Spring really is a fantastic time to concentrate on making your outdoor areas – including your roof – look pristine, because the weather is better than Summer with more pleasant temperatures less chance of rain.
5 Roof Spring Cleaning Items You Can Tackle
- Inspect your roof:
Carry out a roof inspection from a safe spot (NB: We do not encourage you to climb onto the roof, so please only check what you can from the ground or safely on a ladder).
If you can get into the roof cavity safely, then we also recommend checking internally for any signs of roof damage.
When inspecting your roof, we recommend looking for:
- Signs of wear and tear or visible damage such as holes or broken tiles.
- Mould or mildew
- Rust
- Sagging
- Water damage on your ceilings
- If you’ve got a metal roof, can you see streams of light in your roof cavity?
- Trim overhanging branches:
Nearby trees can cause damage to your roof in the upcoming storm season and leaves can clog your gutters (which brings us to our next point!)
- Clean your gutters
If your gutters are jammed with debris, they won’t be able to do their job properly in the wetter months. Plus, your roof and other parts of your property will be more susceptible to damage if your gutters aren’t clear.
Are you unable to clean your gutters safely? Please contact a professional to carry out the task for you.
- Hose down your roof
Hosing down your roof with water and brushing the grime away can help to prevent your roof coating from aging prematurely.
It’s one of the best ways to increase the longevity of your roof coating, and it doesn’t cost a thing! Learn more in our blog here.
- Get your roof restored
Have you noticed damage or your roof is looking very tired?
If your roof is more than 15 years old and it’s never been restored, then the best way to reinvigorate it might be with a full roof restoration by a professional who uses our superior roof membranes, Infracote and Elastacote.
Do you need help sourcing a reputable restoration company? Why not make the most of our applicator referral service?
Why Use Globalcote Products for Your Spring Spruce Up
At Globalcote, we have a range of other products which might be useful if you’re giving other parts of your home a refresh this Spring.
Plus, they’re made locally in Brisbane by a team of coatings experts.
Painting your interior? Click here to read about our Elements range.
Giving your caravan a makeover ahead of the end of year break? Read about our Van Pack here.
Do you have questions about any of our products? If so, please get in touch today on 1300 928 826.
Globalcote is fast becoming a leader in the manufacture of specialty acrylic exterior coatings. We have an extensive product range available is a wide variety of colours.
Our product range includes roof membranes (some with heat reflective properties), primers and sealers, surface treatments, concrete coatings, interior/exterior house paint and pool paints.
We have an enviable reputation trusted amongst professional tradespeople and paint retailers Australia wide and supply a wide network of retail stores throughout Australia.
For an Australian owned and operated company thinking globally and acting locally, call Globalcote on 1300 928 826.
