When Midlothian gutters fill up
Tree species common in the region, such as red maple, water oak, broadleaf live oak, sweetgum, and southern magnolia, constantly drop leaves and seed pods. Pines like loblolly pine, longleaf pine, and slash pine shed needles throughout the year. Spring brings yellow pollen and live oak leaf drop, while sweetgum balls and acorns fall later. Leaf drop usually peaks in late October, just before winter freezing nights and snow arrive. Although ice dams in gutters are not an issue here, snow adds weight to wet foliage trapped inside the channels. We recommend cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to protect every home.