In preparation for bushfire seasons, The Rural Fire Service and other authorities recommend property owners prepare their homes in advance as per the below suggestions.
The New South Wales Rural Fire Service recommends property owners download and complete a Home Preparation Plan before summer.
How To Prepare Your Property
Prepare your bushfire survival plan
Clean gutters, roofs and downpipes from leaves and debris
Mow your lawn regularly
Install fine steel wire mesh screen on all windows and doors
Cut down any overhanging and low branches up to two meters off the ground and prune shrubs
Point the valves on LPG cylinders away from the house so that potential flames are not directed towards your property
Remove excess combustible material from your property
Did You Know?
The NSW Rural Fire Service and the State Emergency Service both emphasise the importance of regular gutter cleaning as one of the most important tasks for getting your house ready for storms and bushfire season.
Tree Trimming and Removal
In addition to regular gutter maintenance, managing the vegetation around your property is crucial in bushfire-prone areas. Overgrown trees and dense underbrush can act as fuel for wildfires, increasing the risk to your home. Our skilled team provide expert tree-trimming services. Engaging professional tree removal services ensures that hazardous trees are identified and safely removed, thereby reducing potential fire hazards.
Creating a defensible space by clearing flammable vegetation and maintaining adequate distance between tree canopies and structures can significantly decrease the intensity of a fire, offering better protection for your property. Combining professional gutter cleaning with strategic tree management forms a comprehensive approach to bushfire preparedness, enhancing the safety and resilience of your home during the fire season.
What To Do During A Bushfire
Keep the radio/TV/internet news feed on and pay attention
Close all doors, windows and entrances
Use wet towels to block the spaces under doors and windows
Fill up your bathtub and buckets in readiness to fight embers and spot fires
Prepare your firefighting equipment
Use gutter blocks and fill your roof gutters with water
Patrol the outside of your home, putting out any embers or spotfires
Use a hose to wet any timber patios, decking and verandahs
Bring pets inside and keep them in one room
What Are The Benefits Of Professional Gutter Cleaning?
Prevent fire hazards due to dry leaves accumulating in your gutters
Eliminate nesting environments for vermin and pests
Extend the lifespan of your guttering system
Protects your ceiling and internal structures from overflowing gutters
Prevents DIY gutter cleaning accidents
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