When Old Jefferson gutters fill up
Local trees common in the region, such as live oak, pecan, cedar elm, crape myrtle, and loblolly pine, send steady debris onto every home roof. Broadleaf live oak leaves fall during early spring rather than fall, while oak catkins and pine needles coat channels in early summer. Winter brings eastern red cedar pollen, while pecan trees drop shells during fall. Freezing nights are rare in Old Jefferson, so ice dams in gutters are not an issue here. However, intense rainfall happens year-round. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to keep water flowing away from your home through every heavy summer storm.