Township, Winnebago County
Gutter Cleaning in Harlem Township, IL
Updated
Harlem Township in short
- 8.5 mi
- northeast of downtown Rockford
- 1986
- median year built (county 1972)
- 15.3%
- of homes built before 1960 (county 35.5%)
- 15,171
- occupied homes, 76.6% owned
- 8.5 mi
- northeast of downtown Rockford
- 1986
- median year built (county 1972)
- 15.3%
- of homes built before 1960 (county 35.5%)
- 15,171
- occupied homes, 76.6% owned
Homes and gutters
The houses in Harlem Township, and what they mean for the gutters
Harlem Township's homes are a mix of eras. 41.1% of homes were built before 1980 and 23.1% since 2000, with a median year built of 1986 (Winnebago County: 1972). Expect a mix of ranches with easy one-story gutters and two-story houses that need the long ladder.
Harlem Township vs Winnebago County
| Measure | Harlem Township | Winnebago County |
|---|---|---|
| Residents | 39,116 | 283,292 |
| Occupied homes | 15,171 | 116,014 |
| Owner-occupied | 76.6% | 65.9% |
| Median year built | 1986 | 1972 |
| Built before 1960 | 15.3% | 35.5% |
| Built 2000 or later | 23.1% | 13.6% |
| Single-family detached | 77.1% | 70.4% |
| In 2 to 4 unit buildings | 10% | 12.6% |
| Four or more bedrooms | 18% | 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 Harlem 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 Harlem Township goes out as yard waste, into a compost pile, or away with the crew.
Coverage
Where Harlem Township sits
Harlem Township sits about 8.5 miles northeast of downtown Rockford, covering about 33 square miles of land. Homes in Harlem Township fall in ZIP codes 61115, 61111, 61011, 61073, and the closest neighbors on this site are Machesney Park, Loves Park, Caledonia Township. Crews working the north and east suburbs cover it on the same routes.
About Harlem Township. Harlem Township is a civil township with 39,247 residents and 16,565 housing units at the 2020 census. Wikipedia
Common questions
Gutter questions, Harlem Township
How much does gutter cleaning cost in Harlem 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 Harlem Township?
Yes. Harlem Township sits about 8.5 miles northeast of downtown Rockford, inside the 16-mile radius this site covers, including ZIP 61115, 61111, 61011, 61073.
Can I burn leaves in Harlem 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 Harlem Township?
The median home was built in 1986; 15.3% were built before 1960 and 23.1% in 2000 or later (Census ACS 2020-2024).
When should I get my gutters cleaned in Harlem 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 Harlem Township?
Tell us the address, how tall the house is and what you need. A local crew that covers Harlem Township calls back with a price before anything is booked.