Gutter Services
By choosing a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The Anthem companies on our list can do all these jobs and more:
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you can increase your system's efficiency and improve its lifespan by preventing clogs from plant matter. Guards also help stop pests from making their home in your gutters.
- Installation: Licensed gutter crews have the resources and knowledge to custom-cut and install new gutters without damaging your roof.
- Cleaning: Gutters require regular cleaning. Anthem residents have less tree cover and rain on average, but they should still clean their gutters twice a year.
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with holes, loose sections, sagging, cracking, or mold, an experienced Anthem gutter company can identify and resolve your gutter issues quickly.
If you find a local gutter company you like, they might offer long-term contracts for installation, repairs, and cleaning. These packages are usually billed either monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Critically evaluate gutter installers before selecting one. This helps you avoid overinflated prices and low-quality work. When looking into gutter installation companies, look for these things:
Assess Their Experience
Look for an established local provider with years, or ideally decades, of gutter installation experience under their belt. An experienced company understands your local climate and weather as well as local home architecture styles and can help you find the best gutters for your home. These providers also have proven practices for safe and efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Only hire a provider that's fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask to see copies of their license, bonds, and insurance documentation upfront before committing. Proper certification and insurance protects you from liability and shows that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Spend time searching online reviews on sites such as Google, the Better Business Bureau, and Yelp. Verify that the provider has a record of quality work and good customer service. Look for long-term satisfied customers to evaluate a provider’s reliability. Watch for red flags such as poor communication or unfinished jobs. All the providers we recommend have a high number of reviews with a good average rating.
Choose Reputable Brands
Choose a gutter installer that has the manufacturer's seal of approval, as this means the business has the right expertise and knows how to install gutters according to the manufacturer's specifications. This helps you get the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only use contractors that offer strong manufacturer guarantees on supplies as well as their own installation warranties. Look for 5 to 10 year guarantees on basic aluminum gutters and 1-3 years on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for durable materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily rust, decay, or warp over time. Materials that can handle Anthem’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
When comparing potential gutter installation providers, make sure to ask a number of detailed questions:
- How do you make sure there’s smooth integration with my current roof? See whether the company includes steps like underlayment replacement.
- How will you ensure the new gutters have the right pitch and slope to avoid standing water? Proper pitch and slope significantly decreases the likelihood of overflow. Your installer should know how to align a gutter system with your home’s roof.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent obstructions that occur due to leaves and other falling debris.
- How long does full installation take? Most providers are typically able to finish a gutter installation project in around one day's time.
- Can you give me a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get estimates in writing to ensure you understand the price of your gutter installation before the work begins.
- What warranties do you offer for materials and workmanship? High-quality materials typically come with 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- What gutter materials do you recommend for the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Consider the pros and cons of each gutter material, taking into account key factors such as Anthem's average annual rainfall and the weight and volume of the gutters.
Putting in the work to vet companies thoroughly will help you choose the right gutter installer for your needs. Investing in new gutters can protect against much more costly water and structural damage in the future.
