Township, DeKalb County
Gutter Cleaning in Franklin Township, IL
Updated
Franklin Township in short
- 15.4 mi
- southeast of downtown Rockford
- 1979
- median year built (county 1978)
- 34.7%
- of homes built before 1960 (county 25.3%)
- 931
- occupied homes, 71.3% owned
- 15.4 mi
- southeast of downtown Rockford
- 1979
- median year built (county 1978)
- 34.7%
- of homes built before 1960 (county 25.3%)
- 931
- occupied homes, 71.3% owned
Homes and gutters
The houses in Franklin Township, and what they mean for the gutters
Franklin Township's homes are a mix of eras. 50.5% of homes were built before 1980 and 22.1% since 2000, with a median year built of 1979 (DeKalb County: 1978). That mix means quotes vary: a 1970s ranch is a short job, a 1990s two-story a longer one.
Single-family detached houses are 87.1% of the housing here. Each has its own full run of gutters front and back, typically 150 to 200 feet by HomeGuide's count.
Franklin Township vs DeKalb County
| Measure | Franklin Township | DeKalb County |
|---|---|---|
| Residents | 2,286 | 100,703 |
| Occupied homes | 931 | 39,550 |
| Owner-occupied | 71.3% | 61.4% |
| Median year built | 1979 | 1978 |
| Built before 1960 | 34.7% | 25.3% |
| Built 2000 or later | 22.1% | 25.8% |
| Single-family detached | 87.1% | 58.2% |
| In 2 to 4 unit buildings | 5.1% | 9.7% |
| Four or more bedrooms | 27.1% | 21% |
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 Franklin Township
Can you burn the leaves? Illinois EPA's rule applies: within a town of 1,000 or more people, or within a mile of one, nothing but landscape waste may be burned, only on the property where it was produced, and local ordinances can restrict even that. source
One rule applies everywhere in Illinois: 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 Franklin Township goes out as yard waste, into a compost pile, or away with the crew.
Coverage
Where Franklin Township sits
Franklin Township sits about 15.4 miles southeast of downtown Rockford, covering about 36 square miles of land. Homes in Franklin Township fall in ZIP code 60146, and the closest neighbors on this site are Flora Township, Monroe Township, Monroe Center. It is near the outer edge of the area covered, so grouping a visit with nearby homes is common.
About Franklin Township. Franklin Township is one of 19 townships in DeKalb County, with 2,231 residents and 917 housing units at the 2020 census. Wikipedia
Common questions
Gutter questions, Franklin Township
How much does gutter cleaning cost in Franklin 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 Franklin Township?
Yes. Franklin Township sits about 15.4 miles southeast of downtown Rockford, inside the 16-mile radius this site covers, including ZIP 60146.
Can I burn leaves in Franklin Township?
Illinois EPA's rule applies: within a town of 1,000 or more people, or within a mile of one, nothing but landscape waste may be burned, only on the property where it was produced, and local ordinances can restrict even that.
How old are the homes in Franklin Township?
The median home was built in 1979; 34.7% were built before 1960 and 22.1% in 2000 or later (Census ACS 2020-2024).
When should I get my gutters cleaned in Franklin 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 Franklin Township?
Tell us the address, how tall the house is and what you need. A local crew that covers Franklin Township calls back with a price before anything is booked.