When St. Anthony gutters fill up
Trees common in this region, including silver maple, bur oak, green ash, hackberry, and cottonwood, drop debris right into roof gutters throughout the year. Spring brings light cottonwood fluff that traps windblown dust, while leaf drop usually peaks in early October. In winter, freezing nights and snow create severe risks for ice dams inside full gutter troughs, forcing melting water backward beneath the roofline. Pine needles from eastern red cedar and ponderosa pine also stick in corners. We recommend cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to protect your St. Anthony home from seasonal severe weather and ice dam formations.