Common Clog and Drainage Conditions
Gutters and downspouts can accumulate leaves, needles, twigs, and settled grit depending on the immediate surroundings of the home. Factors affecting debris accumulation include:
- Overhanging branches dropping organic matter directly into open troughs.
- Settled roof sediment that builds up along low-slope runs after rain.
- Downspout elbow restrictions where leaves and twigs compact under water flow.
- Irregular water flow that creates localized overflow during storms.