When Independence gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, such as sugar maple, red maple, bur oak, hickory, American elm, white pine, and spruce, drop debris over residential properties. Spring releases maple seed wings, while fall brings heavy leaves and acorns, with leaf drop usually peaking in mid October. Cold winters bring freezing nights, snow, and ice dams in gutters, which block meltwater and cause heavy water buildup. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to protect each home. Cleaning gutters before winter prevents heavy ice from twisting metal channels, while spring maintenance clears out needles and fallen seeds before summer rain storms hit the area.