When Stony Brook University gutters fill up
Tree species common in this region, including broadleaf red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, and eastern white pine, drop heavy debris into roof troughs. Spring brings oak catkins that clump together in downspouts, while fall drops acorns, spiky sweetgum balls, and heavy pine needles. Leaf drop usually peaks in mid October, filling the gutter system before winter arrives. Freezing nights happen and snow is likely near Stony Brook University, so full channels can create frozen blockages even when ice dams in gutters are not an issue. We recommend gutter cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to protect your property year round.