When Parkville gutters fill up
Local trees common in the region include broadleaf live oak, water oak, sweetgum, red maple, southern magnolia, loblolly pine, longleaf pine, and slash pine. In spring, yellow pollen coats rooflines, while sweetgum balls and pine needles drop into gutters throughout the year. Broadleaf live oak drop and fall foliage fill gutter channels rapidly, with leaf drop usually peaking in mid October. Freezing nights happen and snow is likely during Maryland winters, though ice dams in gutters are not an issue here. To protect your roof and fascia from trapped moisture, we recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall.