When Tewksbury gutters fill up
Tree species common in the region, such as broadleaf red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, and eastern white pine, constantly drop material onto residential roof systems. Spring drops oak catkins into every gutter channel, while fall brings heavy broadleaf foliage and spiky sweetgum balls. Leaf drop usually peaks in mid October, packing rainwater channels tight right before cold winter weather sets in. Freezing nights create ice dams inside blocked channels, pushing backed-up moisture beneath roof shingles and stressing mounting hardware. To protect your roofline and home foundation, we recommend routine gutter cleaning at least twice a year, during spring and fall, to prevent costly winter moisture issues.