When Dayton gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, including broadleaf white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, red maple, loblolly pine, and eastern red cedar, shed pollen in spring and heavy organic material every fall. Leaf drop usually peaks in late October across Tennessee, filling upper troughs with fallen leaves, acorns, and pine needles. Winter brings freezing nights and likely snow, which causes wet debris to freeze solid and pull on gutter fasteners. To prevent heavy wet blockages, we recommend cleaning your gutter system at least twice a year, spring and fall. A routine spring gutter cleaning clears sticky pollen and catkins, while fall clearing prepares your residential drainage for winter conditions.