14/10/2026
Mesh guard or Flowmate β which one is actually worth it? π
Itβs a fair question. There are plenty of leaf protection products out there, and they donβt all work the same way.
Hereβs the difference:
Mesh guards cover the top of the entire spouting, keeping leaves and debris out. But over time, they can sag, rust or leave gaps where debris and rodents can get through.
Flowmate takes a different approach. Instead of covering the whole spouting run, it sits directly over the downpipe outlet. Leaves and debris collect around the Flowmate while water continues to flow through.
No mesh to rust. No sagging. No gaps.
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Keeps water flowing when leaves and debris build up
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Fits standard NZ downpipe sizes - round and rectangular
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Installs in seconds with no tools required
One thing to check first: each Flowmate needs at least 65mm of clearance under your spouting. Most NZ homes need 5β7 units, one for each downpipe outlet.
From $55 per unit, or from $44 per unit when you buy 10.
π Order online at continuous.co.nz/store or call 0800 501 993.
Made First. Made to Last. Since 1991.
π Have you tried a mesh guard before? How did it hold up? Tell us in the comments.