When Elizabeth gutters fill up
Trees common in the region include broadleaf red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, and eastern white pine. In spring, oak catkins drop directly onto roof surfaces and wash into drainage paths. Fall brings heavy fallen leaves, oak acorns, and spiky sweetgum balls that quickly jam outlet tubes. Leaf drop usually peaks in mid October across New Jersey. Freezing nights happen during winter, and while ice dams in gutters are not an issue here, winter snow is likely. Heavy snow adds weight to clogged paths. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to maintain clear drainage channels through every season.