While you’ve been snuggled up indoors over winter, your gutters have been outside, braving the elements, so they might not be looking quite as shipshape as you’d hope.

As winter settles in, it’s a great time to give your home a bit of attention so it’s ready for the wetter months ahead - especially when it comes to your gutters and downpipes.

Gutters tend to fall into the ‘out of sight, out of mind’ category. But it’s important to make sure they are working effectively so they can protect our homes from water damage.