When Natchez gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, such as broadleaf white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, red maple, loblolly pine, and eastern red cedar, constantly drop material onto roofs. Spring pollen fills gutters with thick dust, while pine needles, acorns, and broadleaf foliage land overhead throughout summer. Leaf drop usually peaks in early November, filling channels right before winter rains arrive. While freezing nights happen in Natchez, snow is rare and ice dams in gutters are not an issue. However, trapped water can still damage gutter joints during cold spells. We recommend cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to keep water flowing freely year-round.