When Menomonee Falls gutters fill up
Tree species common in the region include broadleaf sugar maple, red maple, bur oak, hickory, American elm, white pine, and spruce. These trees drop maple seed wings in spring, acorns in late summer, and dense leaves in early October. Winter brings freezing nights, snow, and ice dams in gutters across Wisconsin. Frozen buildup prevents snowmelt from draining, pushing water back onto roof shingles. To keep system lines open, we recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall. A thorough fall service removes dry debris before ice locks it in place, while spring service clears out seed pods and twigs so heavy summer rains can pass through freely without overflowing.