When Haverstraw gutters fill up
Weather changes throughout New York require a clear cleaning calendar. Trees common in the region, such as red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, and sweetgum, drop heavy organic matter. Oak catkins fall in spring, while acorns, spiky sweetgum balls, and leaves fall fast in fall. Leaf drop usually peaks in mid October. Winter brings snow and freezing nights, though ice dams in gutters are not an issue here. Still, frozen buildup trapped in a clogged gutter adds heavy weight to fascia boards. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to keep channels wide open for full snowmelt flow.