Top 7 Signs You Need Gutter Guard Before Storm Season Hits NSW
By AC Gutter Guard — Protecting Homes Across Wollongong, Illawarra & the South Coast
Storm season in NSW brings heavy rain, strong winds, falling branches, and debris washing off rooftops.
If your gutters aren’t properly protected, your home becomes vulnerable to overflowing water, roof leaks, and expensive damage.
Here are the top 7 warning signs that you need gutter guard installed before the next big storm rolls in.
1. Your Gutters Overflow in Moderate or Heavy Rain
If water spills over the sides of your gutters when it rains—even a little—it means your gutters are already:
Blocked with leaves
Full of silt or mud
Restricted by debris buildup
During a storm, this can lead to:
Internal leaks
Roof edge rot
Damaged fascia boards
Foundation erosion
Gutter guard stops leaves from entering the gutter, keeping the water flowing freely.
2. You Have Gum Trees or Pines Near the House
These are the worst offenders:
Gum trees: leaves, gum nuts, flowers, bark
Pine trees: needles that clog gutters instantly
If your home is near bushland, or even one mature tree, your gutters will block quickly in a storm.
Gutter guard prevents this build-up and protects your home before storms make it worse.
3. You Notice Rust, Rot or Staining Around Your Roofline
Stains or rust marks below the gutter are a sign water has been sitting where it shouldn’t be.
Left untreated, this quickly turns into:
Fascia damage
Roof leaks
Gutter corrosion
Expensive carpentry repairs
Installing gutter guard stops blockages that cause water to back up and sit in the gutter.
4. Birds or Possums Are Hanging Around Your Roof
If you hear scratching in the roof or see birds diving under your eaves, you may already have:
Nesting under solar panels
Birds entering roof vent gaps
Possums accessing your roofline
Once nesting starts, storms push even more debris and dirt into your gutters.
Gutter guard and bird-proofing mesh create a sealed boundary that blocks animals completely.
5. You Find Debris on the Roof After Windy Days
Wind is one of the biggest causes of gutter blockages.
If debris ends up on your roof after a windy day, it will end up inside your gutters during a storm.
With gutter guard installed:
Leaves can’t build up inside the gutter
Water can flow freely
Stormwater drains safely away from the house
This is especially important in areas exposed to coastal winds—like many parts of Wollongong and the Illawarra.
6. You’ve Had to Clear Your Gutters More Than Twice This Year
If you’re cleaning gutters regularly, it’s a sign the system isn’t coping with your environment.
Most AC Gutter Guard customers go from 3–4 cleans per year → none or once every 1–2 years.
If you’re already doing frequent cleans, storm season will only make it worse.
7. You Live in a Storm-Prone Part of NSW
Many areas in NSW experience fast-changing weather, heavy downpours, and strong winds—especially:
Illawarra escarpment suburbs
Coastal suburbs exposed to salt & wind
Highlands homes surrounded by bushland
South Coast properties with tall trees nearby
Gutter guard is one of the simplest ways to storm-proof your home and prevent blocked gutters during severe weather.
Why Install Gutter Guard Before Storm Season?
Because once the storms begin:
Gutters fill fast
Debris washes down instantly
Overflow risks increase
You may not be able to safely access the roof
A pre-season gutter guard installation ensures:
Proper water flow
No overflows
No last-minute emergency call-outs
Protection during the entire storm period
Protect Your Home Before the Weather Turns
AC Gutter Guard installs premium aluminium gutter mesh tailored to your home, roof type, and local environment.
We service:
Wollongong
Illawarra
Southern Highlands
Shoalhaven
South Coast
And many more
📞 Contact us for a free quote before storm season hits your area.
Or call 0423 611 350