When Lake Fenton gutters fill up
Tree species common in the region, such as sugar maple, red maple, bur oak, hickory, American elm, white pine, and spruce, drop debris directly onto nearby roofs. Maple seed wings fall during late spring, while broadleaf foliage fills channels during early fall, where leaf drop usually peaks in early October. Conifer needles drop throughout winter months as well. In Lake Fenton, freezing nights bring snow, creating ice dams in clogged gutters when trapped water freezes tight. Ice dams strain hangers and lift shingles along the roof line. We recommend residential gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to clear buildup before freezing temperatures set in.