When Na-Au-Say gutters fill up
Trees common in the region drop heavy loads into roof channels throughout the year. Broadleaf sugar maple, red maple, bur oak, hickory, and American elm drop broad leaves and seed wings, while white pine and spruce drop tough needles. Leaf drop usually peaks in mid October, packing channels tight before cold weather arrives. Winter brings freezing nights and snow, making ice dams in gutters a real winter problem if water remains trapped inside. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to keep channels clear. Spring clears spring seeds, while fall maintenance protects against heavy winter ice.