Common Gutter Clogs and Drainage Issues
Gutters fail to drain when organic matter and fine grit settle into the channels or obstruct the drop outlets. Depending on the trees near your roofline, several materials can create blockages:
- Decaying leaves, small twigs, and seed pods that collect in the troughs.
- Pine needles that pack tightly over downspout openings.
- Roof shingle grit that settles along low points and slows water flow.
- Standing water that lingers when decomposed organic residue forms dense mud.