Township, Winnebago County
Gutter Cleaning in Shirland Township, IL
Updated
Shirland Township in short
- 15 mi
- northwest of downtown Rockford
- 1972
- median year built (county 1972)
- 40.3%
- of homes built before 1960 (county 35.5%)
- 422
- occupied homes, 94.1% owned
- 15 mi
- northwest of downtown Rockford
- 1972
- median year built (county 1972)
- 40.3%
- of homes built before 1960 (county 35.5%)
- 422
- occupied homes, 94.1% owned
Homes and gutters
The houses in Shirland Township, and what they mean for the gutters
Much of Shirland Township was built before 1960. 40.3% of homes were built before 1960, against 35.5% across Winnebago County, and the median year built is 1972. That usually means big street and yard trees overhead, older sectional gutters with more seams, and hangers that have been working loose for decades. Older homes can also have small 2 by 3 inch downspouts or built-in box gutters, both worth a look at cleaning time.
94.1% of occupied homes in Shirland Township are owner-occupied (Winnebago County: 65.9%). Gutter upkeep here is mostly a homeowner's call rather than a landlord's.
Single-family detached houses are 96.7% of the housing here. Only two of the 39 places we compared have a higher share of detached houses. Each has its own full run of gutters front and back, typically 150 to 200 feet by HomeGuide's count.
Shirland Township vs Winnebago County
| Measure | Shirland Township | Winnebago County |
|---|---|---|
| Residents | 1,007 | 283,292 |
| Occupied homes | 422 | 116,014 |
| Owner-occupied | 94.1% | 65.9% |
| Median year built | 1972 | 1972 |
| Built before 1960 | 40.3% | 35.5% |
| Built 2000 or later | 4% | 13.6% |
| Single-family detached | 96.7% | 70.4% |
| In 2 to 4 unit buildings | 2.4% | 12.6% |
| Four or more bedrooms | 25.1% | 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 Shirland Township
Can you burn the leaves? 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
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 Shirland Township goes out as yard waste, into a compost pile, or away with the crew.
Coverage
Where Shirland Township sits
Shirland Township sits about 15 miles northwest of downtown Rockford, covering about 19 square miles of land. Homes in Shirland Township fall in ZIP codes 61072, 61079, 61024, and the closest neighbors on this site are Rockton Township, Rockton, Harrison Township. It is near the outer edge of the area covered, so grouping a visit with nearby homes is common.
About Shirland Township. Shirland Township includes the unincorporated community of Shirland. Wikipedia
Common questions
Gutter questions, Shirland Township
How much does gutter cleaning cost in Shirland 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 Shirland Township?
Yes. Shirland Township sits about 15 miles northwest of downtown Rockford, inside the 16-mile radius this site covers, including ZIP 61072, 61079, 61024.
Can I burn leaves in Shirland 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 Shirland Township?
The median home was built in 1972; 40.3% were built before 1960 and 4% in 2000 or later (Census ACS 2020-2024).
When should I get my gutters cleaned in Shirland 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 Shirland Township?
Tell us the address, how tall the house is and what you need. A local crew that covers Shirland Township calls back with a price before anything is booked.