When Morris gutters fill up
Tree species common in the region, including red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, and eastern white pine, drop heavy debris into roof channels. Spring brings oak catkins that clump together, while fall delivers heavy leaf drop that usually peaks in mid October, along with acorns and spiky sweetgum balls. In winter, freezing nights bring snow and ice dams that create stubborn blockages inside trapped debris. Water held behind an ice dam can back up under shingles and damage rooflines. Because seasonal conditions change rapidly in New Jersey, we recommend scheduling professional cleaning at least twice a year, during spring and fall.