Fall Gutter Cleaning Guide for East Texas

Why now?

East Texas pine and oak trees drop needles and leaves through late fall. Clogged gutters in winter redirect water against fascia and foundation — the kind of slow damage that turns into expensive repairs.

Your Checklist

• ✓Clean gutters after peak leaf fall (late October – mid-November in East Texas)
• ✓Flush downspouts with a garden hose to confirm free flow
• ✓Check gutter slope — water should drain to downspouts, not pool
• ✓Inspect gutter hangers and spikes — loose gutters pull away from fascia causing wood rot
• ✓Check downspout extensions — water should discharge at least 6 feet from foundation
• ✓Look for rust spots, cracks, or separation at gutter seams — caulk with gutter sealant
• ✓Trim branches overhanging gutters — they drop debris continuously and enable squirrel/pest access to roof