Cora's weekend roofing tip, stormwater run off & water tank wisdom from the job site

Just making sure everything’s flowing the right way! 🐶

G’day from the team at T&T Roofing Bendigo and of course, from me, Cora the Roofing Pup! This weekend I’ve been out on site riding a mini excavator and helping inspect some stormwater run off issues

okay, mostly supervising 🐾 and I’ve got an important tip for you!

💧 Let’s Talk Stormwater Run-Off & Rainwater Tanks

When the rain hits Bendigo, your roof is your first line of defence but if your gutters, downpipes, and stormwater system aren’t working properly, that water can quickly become a problem.

We often see:

Overflowing gutters from leaf build-up

Water pooling near homes and damaging foundations

Missed rainwater capture due to clogged or misaligned downpipes

Rusted out gutters causing leaks and water staining

And if you’ve got a rainwater tank, even a small blockage can mean missing out on hundreds or thousands of litres of usable water.

🛠️ Cora’s Top Tips to Keep It Flowing

Here’s what I recommend between excavator rides

✅ Clean your gutters and downpipes regularly especially before and after storms

✅ Install gutter mesh or leaf guards to keep debris out year-round

✅ Direct all downpipes properly into your tank or stormwater outlets

✅ Check your tank filters and overflows no one wants dirty or wasted water

✅ Look for rust or sagging in gutters and fix them before the next big downpour

🏡 A Local Note for Bendigo Homes

Bendigo’s older homes and rural properties often have outdated or undersized drainage systems. Whether it’s rusted gutters, broken connections, or tanks not filling as they should, we can help get everything back on track.

At T&T Roofing Bendigo, we handle:

Stormwater inspections

Gutter and downpipe upgrades

Tank inlet and filtration improvements

Roof drainage and runoff planning

Don’t wait until the next downpour!

Call or message T&T Roofing Bendigo to book an inspection or clean-up. Whether it's roofing, gutters, or stormwater, we’ll make sure your system flows right—and your tank fills up fast.

Catch you next weekend

🐾 Stay dry and storm-ready!

Cora, your roofing pup