When Somers gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, including broadleaf red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, and eastern white pine, constantly shed material onto local homes. Spring brings heavy oak catkins that clump together, while fall drops dense leaves, acorns, and spiky sweetgum balls. Leaf drop usually peaks in mid October, filling roof channel paths just before winter arrives. Freezing nights are standard here, meaning clogged systems easily lead to ice dams in gutters during winter snow melts. To protect your roof and fascia, we recommend routine gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, clearing away heavy debris before freezing temperatures hit Somers.