Gutter Services
By selecting a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The Santa Ana companies we recommend can do all these jobs and more:
- Gutter guard installation: Gutter guards help stop plant matter from clogging your downspouts. No matter the style or age of your gutter system, a local gutter guard company can install the right guards for them.
- Installation: An expert provider can help you install a new gutter system safely without violating your roof's warranty.
- Repair: Santa Ana homeowners are no stranger to gutter issues, from sagging and cracks to mold and mildew. A local gutter professional can repair your gutters in no time, and without breaking the bank.
- Cleaning: Regular gutter cleaning is crucial for success, but it's not the most pleasant job to do on your own. A professional can handle the cleaning for you to help prevent warping, clogging, and overflowing.
If you like a particular gutter service provider, many will offer long-term maintenance plans that cover new installation, routine cleaning, and repairs as needed. You can pay monthly or annually for these packages.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Critically evaluate gutter installers before picking one. This helps you avoid overinflated prices and low-quality work. When checking out gutter installation companies, look for these attributes:
Assess Their Experience
When searching for a gutter installation company, opt for a local company that's been operating for many years or decades. This experience indicates that the company understands your area's weather and climate, as well as common local home designs, which helps them choose the best gutters for your home. Additionally, it'll have proven practices for safe, efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Only hire a professional that's fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask for copies of their documentation before signing a contract. Proper licensing and insurance protects you from liability and shows that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Read online reviews on sites like Google, the Better Business Bureau, and Yelp. Verify that a provider has a track record of quality work and great customer service. Look for happy long-term customers to get insights into a provider’s reliability. Be on the lookout for red flags, like poor communication or unfinished jobs. All our recommended providers boast a good average rating across a high number of reviews.
Choose Reputable Brands
Choose an installer with official certification through the gutter manufacturer. You'll want a company that has completed the training program to complete the full gutter installation process per the manufacturer's specifications to achieve the best results.
Examine Warranties
Choose contractors that have robust manufacturer warranties on supplies, as well as their own installation warranties. Look for 5-10 year guarantees on regular aluminum gutters and 1-3 year guarantees on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Go for tough materials – for example, heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't warp, decay, or rust over time. Materials that can withstand Santa Ana’s weather are best. Be sure any paints and finishes also have a long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
As you compare potential gutter installation providers, be sure to ask key questions such as these:
- How will you make sure there’s smooth integration with my current roofing? Look for providers that complete all steps, including ones such as underlayment replacement.
- How will you ensure the new gutters have the optimal slope and pitch to reduce standing water? Correct slope and pitch significantly diminish overflow risk. Your gutter installation specialist should know how to properly align your gutter system on your roof.
- Can you provide a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get estimates in writing to make sure you know the cost of your gutter installation before the project begins.
- What are the specific warranty details for labor and materials? High-quality materials often have 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Installing gutter guards helps prevent clogging that results from leaves and debris falling into your gutters.
- What materials are best for my gutters based on my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Factors such as Santa Ana's typical annual rainfall and the risk of inclement weather in your area will influence the size and type of gutter that's best for you. Learn the pros and cons of each gutter material.
- How long does the installation process take? Most companies can usually complete a gutter installation project in around a day.
Putting in the work to vet companies thoroughly will help you choose the right gutter installation company for your needs. Investing in new gutters helps prevent much more costly water and structural damage down the road.
