Gutter cleaning is one of the most important home maintenance tasks — and also the most commonly ignored. Because gutters sit out of sight, problems often go unnoticed until water damage, leaks, or structural issues appear. By the time this happens, the repair costs can be significant. Across New Zealand, [...]
“How often should I clean my house exterior?” is one of the most common questions homeowners ask — and the answer depends heavily on where you live. New Zealand’s climate varies dramatically by region. Coastal humidity, alpine cold, inland moisture, wind exposure, and rainfall all affect how quickly mould, algae, [...]
Living in Tauranga means enjoying coastal views, sea breezes, and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle. But those same coastal conditions are tough on homes. Salt air, humidity, wind-blown sand, frequent rain, and year-round warmth create the perfect environment for mould, algae, corrosion, and surface staining. For Tauranga homeowners, exterior cleaning isn’t [...]
Water Blasting in Tauranga – Restoring Driveways, Paths & Outdoor Surfaces Tauranga’s coastal climate makes water blasting one of the most important exterior cleaning services for homeowners. Between salt air, humidity, sand, algae growth, and year-round sun exposure, hard surfaces around Tauranga homes quickly become dirty, slippery, and stained. Driveways, [...]
Tauranga homeowners know how quickly the weather can shift — long dry spells followed by sudden coastal rain, high humidity, and strong winds that sweep debris across roofs and into gutters. With the combination of salt-filled sea air from Mount Maunganui, warm temperatures in Papamoa, and heavy leaf fall in [...]
If you live in Brookfield, Windermere, Tauranga South, or Welcome Bay Heights, there’s a high chance your gutters are already working overtime. These suburbs, with their mix of trees, slopes, coastal weather, and older homes, are prime zones for blocked downpipes, water overflow, and moss-ridden gutter channels. In this blog, [...]
In a city like Tauranga—where heavy rain, coastal winds, and tree-lined suburbs are the norm—clean gutters are critical to protecting your property. From the mature trees of Otumoetai to the windy beachfronts of Papamoa, blocked gutters can cause leaks, foundation damage, and expensive repairs. This blog explores the top [...]
When was the last time you checked your gutters? If you’re like most Tauranga homeowners, it’s probably been too long. And yet, blocked or overflowing gutters are one of the leading causes of water damage to homes in the region—especially in tree-heavy areas like Otumoetai, Matua, and Bethlehem. In [...]
Blocked gutters aren't just an inconvenience — they’re a silent danger to your Tauranga home’s health and your wallet. Between the coastal salt air, lush vegetation, and intense rainstorms, Tauranga homes need gutter maintenance more than ever. At Metro Water Blasting, we’ve seen how small gutter blockages snowball into major [...]
Gutter cleaning isn’t just another household chore — it’s critical home protection. In Tauranga’s coastal, rainy climate, clogged gutters can quickly lead to roof leaks, wall damage, and even foundation problems. At Metro Water Blasting, we specialise in professional gutter cleaning Tauranga services and see the same homeowner mistakes time [...]