A Look at the Roofline
We walk the house and look at the gutters, the downspouts and the trees above them. Then we talk with you about what we see.
Gutter Cleaning
Gutter Cleaning in Shawano, WI for Homes Under the Trees
Stefanski Tree Service offers gutter cleaning in Shawano, WI and nearby towns for homes with trees overhead. Call (715) 701-9234 to clear leaves and needles before they cause trouble.
Signs of Clogged Gutters
Clogged gutters rarely announce themselves until water goes where it should not. Walk around your house after a good rain and look for these signs.
- Water spilling over the edge of the gutter instead of out the downspout
- Gutters that sag or pull away from the fascia board
- Weeds or seedlings sprouting along the roof edge
- Stains or peeling paint on the siding below the gutter
- Puddles or washed out soil next to the foundation
- Thick ridges of ice along the eaves in winter
If you see any of these, the gutters are likely holding leaves, needles or shingle grit. A cleaning now costs far less than fixing the water damage later.
What to Expect
How Our Gutter Cleaning Service Works
Our gutter cleaning service is simple. Each visit follows the same few steps, and you are welcome to walk the house with us. Ask questions as we go, since you know your home and its trouble spots better than anyone.
Clearing the Gutters
Leaves, needles, twigs and grit come out of every run of gutter. We tell you about anything we find along the way.
Clearing the Downspouts
We check each downspout and clear the blockages we find, so water has a path away from the house.
A Final Walkaround
We let you know about any loose sections or branches rubbing the roof. Ask about cleanup when you get your free estimate.
Leaf and Needle Drop From the Trees Around You
The trees that shade your home in summer fill your gutters in fall. Broad leaves pile up and mat together when wet. Pine needles are smaller, but they slip through gaps and pack tight in downspouts.
Homes on wooded lots and lake properties, like the ones around Shawano Lake, often need more than one cleaning a year. A heavy fall drop can fill a gutter in a few weeks. Spring brings its own load of seed pods, catkins and blossoms. If your home sits under tall trees, plan gutter cleaning in Shawano, WI around the leaf drop rather than a date on the calendar.
Cutting back branches that hang over the roof is one of the best ways to cut down on debris. Our tree trimming service can lift those limbs away from the roofline, which also keeps them from scraping shingles in the wind.
Freeze and Thaw: Why Fall Cleaning Matters in Wisconsin
Wisconsin winters are hard on gutters. The National Weather Service explains that ice dams form when heavy snow melts during the day and then refreezes overnight. After several of these cycles, water and ice can work under the shingles and into the attic.
Gutters packed with wet leaves make that worse, because meltwater has nowhere to drain. The weather service advises clearing leaves, sticks and other debris from gutters and keeping them clear of snow and icicles through the winter. Full, frozen gutters are also heavy, and the weight can pull them loose from the house.
In Green Bay, the average first fall freeze comes in early October. Scheduling gutter cleaning in Shawano, WI after most leaves fall and before the ground freezes for good gives your gutters the best start to winter.
Gutter Maintenance Through the Seasons
Good gutter maintenance is a habit, not a one time fix. A simple plan keeps water moving all year and keeps small clogs from turning into soaked fascia boards, stained siding or a wet basement.
- Late fall, after the leaves are down, for the most important cleaning
- Spring, to clear seeds, blossoms and winter grit
- After a big storm, when branches and twigs land on the roof
- Any time you see water spilling over the edge
If your yard has a lot of pine, oak or maple overhead, plan on at least two cleanings a year. After a windstorm drops limbs onto the roof, our storm damage cleanup crew can clear the bigger wood too.
What Affects Gutter Cleaning Cost
Gutter cleaning cost depends on the house and the trees around it. We give free estimates, and we have options to fit every budget.
- How many feet of gutter the house has
- The height of the house and how many stories it has
- The pitch of the roof and how easy it is to reach
- How full and packed the gutters are
- How many downspouts need to be flushed or cleared
Seniors and veterans get a discount, so be sure to mention it when you call. Your free estimate for gutter cleaning in Shawano, WI comes before any work begins, so you know what to expect.
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Why Choose Us for Gutter Cleaning in Shawano, WI
We are a tree service, so we see the whole picture. We know which trees are dropping into your gutters, and we can tell you if a branch is the real problem. Fixing the source as well as the symptom means fewer clogs next season.
Stefanski Tree Service is a family-run "Ma and Pa" shop that treats every home like a neighbor's. We are fully insured, our estimates are free, and if you need the help, we will make the time.
Gutter Cleaning Across Shawano County and Nearby
Our headquarters is in Bonduel, and we clean gutters for homes throughout Shawano County and the towns around it. Homes in town and on wooded lots out in the country can both collect leaves and needles each fall.
We also work in Shawano, Bonduel, Oconto and Green Bay. See all of our tree services for everything else we offer.
Gutter Cleaning Questions
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(715) 701-9234How often should I have my gutters cleaned?
Most homes need gutter cleaning at least once a year, in late fall after the leaves are down. Homes with pine, oak or maple trees overhead often need a second cleaning in spring. If you see water spilling over the edge during a rain, the gutters are already too full and should be cleaned before the next storm or the first hard freeze.
Why do my gutters keep filling with pine needles?
Pine needles are small and light, so they blow onto the roof all year and slide into gutters easily. They pack tight in downspouts and hold water. Trimming branches that hang over the roof cuts down on how much falls in. Regular cleaning, especially before winter, keeps the needles from freezing into a solid plug.
Can clogged gutters cause ice dams?
Clogged gutters can make ice dams worse. Ice dams form when snow on the roof melts during the day and refreezes at night along the cold edge. When gutters are full of wet leaves, meltwater has nowhere to go, so it freezes in place and backs up under the shingles. Clean gutters give that water a way off the roof.
When is the best time to clean gutters in Wisconsin?
Late fall is the most important time, once most of the leaves have dropped and before the gutters freeze. That way the gutters are empty when snow starts melting and refreezing on the roof. A spring cleaning clears seeds and winter grit. Call (715) 701-9234 to set up your free estimate.
Do you also trim the trees that fill my gutters?
Yes. Stefanski Tree Service trims trees as well as cleaning gutters, so one call can handle both. Lifting branches away from the roof means less debris in the gutters and fewer limbs scraping shingles in the wind. Ask about trimming when we come out for your gutter cleaning, and we will include it in your free estimate.
Before the Freeze (715) 701-9234
Get Your Gutters Ready for a Wisconsin Winter
Clean gutters protect your roof, siding and foundation all winter long. Call (715) 701-9234 or send a request online, and we will set up a gutter cleaning before the snow flies.