When La Crosse gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, including broadleaf sugar maple, red maple, bur oak, hickory, American elm, white pine, and spruce, drop severe debris. Oak acorns, heavy leaves, maple seed wings, and sticky pine needles gather quickly on every roofline. Leaf drop usually peaks in early October. During cold winters, freezing nights create ice dams in clogged channels, pushing melting snow under shingles. Blocked gutters hold extra weight, pulling away from original fastenings. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to maintain clear channels, protect vulnerable fascia boards, and eliminate heavy organic matter before cold weather sets in.