When De Witt gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, such as broadleaf red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, and eastern white pine, drop heavy material into channels. In spring, oak catkins clog water lines, while fall brings fallen leaves, acorns, and spiky sweetgum balls. Leaf drop usually peaks in early October. Winter brings freezing nights and snow, creating serious ice dams in gutters when trapped water freezes hard. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to clear out debris before winter freezes and spring rains arrive. Regular gutter service helps protect your roofline from severe freeze-thaw damage.