Township, Winnebago County
Gutter Cleaning in Burritt Township, IL
Updated
Burritt Township in short
- 8.1 mi
- northwest of downtown Rockford
- 1967
- median year built (county 1972)
- 41.2%
- of homes built before 1960 (county 35.5%)
- 359
- occupied homes, 89.4% owned
- 8.1 mi
- northwest of downtown Rockford
- 1967
- median year built (county 1972)
- 41.2%
- of homes built before 1960 (county 35.5%)
- 359
- occupied homes, 89.4% owned
Homes and gutters
The houses in Burritt Township, and what they mean for the gutters
The housing in Burritt Township skews old. 41.2% of homes were built before 1960, against 35.5% across Winnebago County, and the median year built is 1967. Neighborhoods that old usually have a mature canopy over the roofs, and the leaf load in the gutters shows it each November. Older homes can also have small 2 by 3 inch downspouts or built-in box gutters, both worth a look at cleaning time.
89.4% of occupied homes in Burritt Township are owner-occupied (Winnebago County: 65.9%). That puts the gutter job on homeowners, many of whom book the fall cleaning every year.
100% of homes in Burritt Township are detached single-family houses. That is the highest share of detached houses of the 39 places on this site with enough homes to compare. Each has its own full run of gutters front and back, typically 150 to 200 feet by HomeGuide's count.
Burritt Township vs Winnebago County
| Measure | Burritt Township | Winnebago County |
|---|---|---|
| Residents | 960 | 283,292 |
| Occupied homes | 359 | 116,014 |
| Owner-occupied | 89.4% | 65.9% |
| Median year built | 1967 | 1972 |
| Built before 1960 | 41.2% | 35.5% |
| Built 2000 or later | 22.3% | 13.6% |
| Single-family detached | 100% | 70.4% |
| In 2 to 4 unit buildings | 0% | 12.6% |
| Four or more bedrooms | 23.7% | 18.7% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year (2020-2024), tables B01003, B25003, B25024, B25034, B25035 and B25041.
Leaves and local rules
What happens to the leaves in Burritt Township
Burning. Winnebago County bans burning leaves and grass at all times in unincorporated subdivisions that sit within a mile of a town that bans it. Farther out, dry landscape waste may be burned only on weekends from April 15 to May 15 and on November weekends, between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., at least 25 feet from any building or property line and never when the wind tops 10 mph. source
Under every local rule sits the state one: since 1990, landscape waste can't be mixed with trash bound for a landfill and must go out in biodegradable containers (415 ILCS 5/22.22). So gutter debris in Burritt Township goes out as yard waste, into a compost pile, or away with the crew.
Coverage
Where Burritt Township sits
Burritt Township sits about 8.1 miles northwest of downtown Rockford, covering about 33 square miles of land. Homes in Burritt Township fall in ZIP codes 61088, 61063, 61101, 61024, and the closest neighbors on this site are Seward Township, Westlake Village, Winnebago. That is well inside the radius crews cover from the Rockford area.
About Burritt Township. Burritt Township contains part of the Westlake Village community. Wikipedia
Common questions
Gutter questions, Burritt Township
How much does gutter cleaning cost in Burritt Township?
About $100 to $180 for a one-story home and $150 to $275 for two stories by Housecall Pro's 2026 guide, with downspout flushing at $25 to $75 each. Angi's per-foot range is $0.95 to $2.25 depending on height.
Do you serve Burritt Township?
Yes. Burritt Township sits about 8.1 miles northwest of downtown Rockford, inside the 16-mile radius this site covers, including ZIP 61088, 61063, 61101, 61024.
Can I burn leaves in Burritt Township?
Winnebago County bans burning leaves and grass at all times in unincorporated subdivisions that sit within a mile of a town that bans it. Farther out, dry landscape waste may be burned only on weekends from April 15 to May 15 and on November weekends, between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., at least 25 feet from any building or property line and never when the wind tops 10 mph.
How old are the homes in Burritt Township?
The median home was built in 1967; 41.2% were built before 1960 and 22.3% in 2000 or later (Census ACS 2020-2024).
When should I get my gutters cleaned in Burritt Township?
Mid to late November after the leaves are down, and late May or early June after maple seeds drop. NOAA's normals for the Rockford airport put the average November low at 30.5 degrees and June rain at 5.23 inches.
Gutters full in Burritt Township?
Tell us the address, how tall the house is and what you need. A local crew that covers Burritt Township calls back with a price before anything is booked.