When Lyon gutters fill up
Trees common in this region, such as sugar maple, red maple, bur oak, hickory, American elm, white pine, and spruce, drop debris into roof troughs throughout the year. Spring brings maple seed wings that lodge deep inside downspouts, while fall brings heavy leaves, acorns, and pine needles. Leaf drop usually peaks in early October, filling channels quickly before cold weather sets in. Freezing nights happen regularly in Lyon, and ice dams in gutters are a real winter problem when trapped water freezes solid. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to clear out organic material so melted snow drains freely.