When Ardsley gutters fill up
Trees common in this region drop heavy loads into roof channels throughout the year. Broadleaf red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, and sweetgum shed broad foliage, spiky sweetgum balls, heavy acorns, and spring oak catkins. Conifers like eastern white pine drop sticky needles that bind leaves into dense mats. Leaf drop usually peaks in mid October, filling open channels right before winter. Freezing nights arrive regularly, and snow is likely across New York, meaning water left inside clogged channels can easily freeze into heavy ice blocks. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, during spring and fall, to protect your roofline.