When City of Orange gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, including broadleaf red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, and eastern white pine, drop a steady supply of debris into gutters. Oak catkins fill gutters each spring, while acorns, spiky sweetgum balls, and fallen leaves build up in fall, with leaf drop usually peaking in mid October. Winter brings freezing nights and snow, which turns lingering roof debris into heavy sludge that can freeze solid inside downspouts. We recommend cleaning gutters at least twice a year, spring and fall, to maintain clear drainage channels through every season and protect your home from overflow issues.