Rainwater checks before and after wet weather
Record where gutters overflow, whether a downpipe or joint is affected and whether the same fault remains after cleaning. Blockage, fall, outlet capacity and damaged components require different responses. See gutter cleaning and repair for that assessment.
- From safe ground, note overflowing sections and new damp marks.
- Record the date, weather and any earlier cleaning or repairs.
- Keep clear of damaged roofs, unstable trees and power lines; use appropriately equipped people for work at height.
The Cottesloe gutter and roofline repair case covers guttering, downpipe and eaves board repairs at one property.
Exterior fittings, timber and surfaces
Check accessible screens, gates, fences, clotheslines and outdoor timber for changes. A dropping gate needs its supports checked; deck oil cannot repair weak boards. Loose brackets need more than retensioning. Avoid loading an unstable fitting.
- Note torn flyscreens, moving fence or gate supports, and damaged deck boards.
- For clotheslines, record the model and whether the line, bracket or arm is faulty. The Canning bracket repair shows one local repair.
Posts and wall fixings
Check for movement without digging or removing fixings. Underground services, boundaries and the supporting material must be considered before letterbox or hose-reel work.
Cleaning and material condition
Cleaning does not repair loose paving or a failed base. Fragile joints, coatings and runoff need checks; suspected asbestos must not be pressure cleaned. Read the surface-cleaning boundaries before arranging work.
The deck maintenance case shows board repairs, sanding and oiling. For soft timber, moving supports or unidentified eaves, use the structural and material safety guidance.
Indoor moisture, openings and fittings
Note doors or windows that now catch, damaged seals, condensation and recurring damp. Follow manufacturer maintenance instructions for heating and cooling equipment; electrical and gas work needs the appropriate authorised people. Never dismantle equipment for a seasonal check.
Floor edges and doorway trims
A lifting trim can be a trip hazard. Swollen boards near wet areas need the moisture source addressed before reinstatement. Click-lock and glued floors have different repair access; see local floor repairs.
Use the sticking door and window guide for movement faults, and carpentry for damaged skirting or trim.
Keep a practical seasonal repair list
- Write the date, room or outdoor location and observed change.
- Separate immediate hazards, active water damage, essential function and presentation work.
- Record known materials, previous repairs, access restrictions and who can approve work.
- Mark each item as observed, assessed, approved or completed; keep unresolved concerns on the list.
- Set the next review around local weather, property condition and material guidance, rather than a single national interval.
Existing safe photos are optional. For recurring visits or an owner overseas, use the property maintenance service and agree the local access contact and approval process.
Seasonal Maintenance Questions
Is there one maintenance calendar for all Australia?
No. Adjust timing for local weather, exposure, authority guidance and the property’s history.
Should I inspect my roof myself?
Use safe ground-level observations. Work at height or on a damaged roof should be left to appropriately equipped Ellis Perth team members.
Can Ellis schedule seasonal work everywhere?
Contact us with your Perth suburb, postcode and maintenance details. Our team confirms the local service arrangements, site assessment and quote.
What to take from this guide
Keep a dated record of changes and unresolved concerns. Overflow after cleaning, continuing damp or moving supports need assessment before another surface treatment. Use the seasonal questions in this guide for planning, then follow the relevant service link for the fault itself. Confirm the work, access and approval contact before booking.
Review the relevant questions · Gutter cleaning & repair assessment