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Boundary walls can be dangerous if not built according to regulations
Carports: Must be kept clean at all times
Chimney: Regular maintenance and inspections are needed
Damp: Very serious and very expensive to repair
Fascia’s, bargeboards and eaves: Can create a poor impression if not maintained
Gutters: It is much cheaper to clean them than to replace them
Insects: Can cause a lot of serious damage
Parapet walls: If regular maintenance is not done, repairs can be very expensive
Paving – What causes paving to lift and sag and why is it necessary to attend to it
Roof covering: Tiles – Maintenance can prevent roof leaks
Roof covering: Sheeted roofs – They can rust through quickly
Roof covering: Flat roofs: Maintenance is critical
Roof: Exposed timber – maintenance is easy but critical
Roof: Valleys, ridges and hips: Regular maintenance is required
Sewerage pipes: This can be a health risk if not maintained
Swimming pool: A small item can cause major damage
Trees & garden: When the garden is neatly trimmed, it creates a sense of calm
Windows: Aluminium – They do need maintenance
Windows: Steel – If maintained, they can last a long time
Windows: Wood – They need constant maintenance
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Roof: Valleys, ridges and hips: Regular maintenance is required
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Roof: Valleys, ridges and hips: Regular maintenance is required
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If you do not do regular maintenance on your roof, you will have roof leaks
Valleys are where the most roof leaks happen, and they need regular maintenance
Ridge and hips are often negelected
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Checklist: Roofs Valleys and Ridges
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