Porcupipe™ — Keep Gutters Clear, Year After Year!

Though it represents the first line of defence in the vital task of directing water safely away from the vulnerable roof area, the guttering system of a property is something that is quite often taken for granted, never really entering our thoughts. But spare a thought for your poor, hard-working gutters as the last month of autumn begins!

November is when autumn really comes to a head: leaves are falling off trees in their millions, rainfall levels hit a peak and strong winds cause all sorts of debris to be blown in every direction. This means that your gutters are working at their hardest and, if they become blocked with the aforementioned leaves and debris, they can't carry out their crucial work of getting rid of all that rainwater. Blockages can result in serious damage to your home, causing floods and even affecting woodwork and masonry. 

Thankfully, Greengates Builders Merchant can provide you with an instant, fuss-free and cost-effective solution in the form of the revolutionary Porcupipe™ Bristle Protector System. Installed in mere minutes with no tools required, Porcupipe™ will provide your home's gutters with years of maintenance-free service, keeping them completely clear so that they can function to their full potential.

In addition to leaves, there are many other things that can cause gutter blockages, including birds' nests, asphalt-shingle granules, twigs, dirt and windblown litter. Traditional gutter covers can provide some protection (though they certainly don't improve a property's aesthetic!) but the Porcupipe™ system is far superior. 

The Porcupipe™ begins with a flexible central core that is made from the finest stainless steel, a material renowned for its superior strength and its unmatched resistance to corrosion. Securely attached to this core are robust polypropylene filaments, which radiate outwards in a continuous spiral, similar to a bottle-brush. 

Installing the Porcupipe™ is incredibly simple. After laying the product into the gutter, its upper filaments are tucked under the roofing tiles, securing it in place. The filaments at the base and sides of the Porcupipe™ thus line the gutter, ensuring that no debris whatsoever can get in and allowing water to flow freely. Superbly flexible, the Porcupipe™ can be installed into just about any guttering system. 

In addition to the Porcupipe™ Bristle Protector System, Greengates also supplies a selection of leaf guards to prevent drains from becoming blocked. Crafted from tough EPDM, these products are built to last and will offer superlative protection for many years to come. 

Please browse the Greengates Builders Merchants website for more details about the products featured in this edition of our blog.