When Oregon gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, such as sugar maple, red maple, bur oak, hickory, American elm, white pine, and spruce, drop heavy debris into roof channels throughout the year. Spring drops maple seed wings and pollen, while fall brings heavy leaves and acorns, with leaf drop usually peaking in early October. Conifers shed pine needles that quickly slide into every downspout. Freezing nights in winter turn trapped water into solid ice, creating heavy ice dams in gutters across Oregon. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to prevent trapped moisture from freezing and expanding inside your drainage system during cold Michigan winters.