When Newport gutters fill up
Trees common in the region include broadleaf sugar maple, red maple, American beech, white birch, northern red oak, eastern white pine, and eastern hemlock. In spring, maple seed wings drop onto the roof and gather in water channels. Mid October usually brings peak leaf drop, coating gutters with a heavy carpet of fallen leaves, acorns, and pine needles. Winter brings freezing nights and snow, making open downspouts vital for proper flow. Ice dams in gutters are not an issue here, but packed leaves will freeze into heavy solid masses. We recommend scheduling gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to protect your property.