When Tobyhanna gutters fill up
Trees common in the region, such as red maple, white oak, hickory, tulip poplar, sweetgum, and eastern white pine, drop heavy loads onto roof surfaces. Spring brings oak catkins that cling to metal channels, while fall brings broadleaf foliage, acorns, and spiky sweetgum balls. Leaf drop usually peaks in mid October, quickly choking drainage pathways before winter arrives. Freezing nights, heavy snow, and ice dams in gutters are real winter problems in Tobyhanna, as trapped slush expands inside uncleaned channels. We recommend cleaning at least twice a year, spring and fall, to clear out organic materials before winter freezes hit or spring rains strain your drainage system.