When Charlestown gutters fill up
Trees common in the region drop heavy loads into roof channels throughout the year in Charlestown. Broadleaf sugar maple, red maple, bur oak, hickory, and American elm drop fallen leaves, acorns, and maple seed wings. Conifers like white pine and spruce shed sticky pine needles. Leaf drop usually peaks in mid October, filling roof channels just before winter. Freezing nights happen here, and snow is likely during cold months, meaning wet organic matter can freeze solid inside clogged downspouts. We recommend cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to clear spring seed pods and keep winter snow melt draining freely off the roof.