When Lawrence gutters fill up
Tree species common in the region, such as broadleaf red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, and eastern white pine, constantly drop debris onto regional roofs. Spring blooms bring oak catkins into roof troughs, while summer storms knock down twigs and broad leaves. Fall leaf drop usually peaks in mid October, filling roof channels with heavy leaves, acorns, and spiky sweetgum balls. Freezing nights, snow, and winter ice dams create severe gutter blockages if leaves linger into cold months. We recommend routine gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to keep channels clear before freezing weather turns trapped water into heavy winter ice.