When Manitowoc gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, including broadleaf sugar maple, red maple, bur oak, hickory, American elm, white pine, and spruce, drop heavy materials throughout the year. Manitowoc homeowners deal with maple seed wings in spring, oak debris, and pine needles that settle into roof corners. Leaf drop usually peaks in early October, filling channels right before freezing nights begin. Winter in Wisconsin brings snow and ice dams in gutters, which block meltwater and force trapped ice against the roofline. We recommend cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to clear organic debris before winter freezes hit Manitowoc. Routine scheduled maintenance keeps water moving freely through every season.