Gutter Services
Almost all the Dunwoody gutter services companies we recommend are full-service. A few of the many services they provide include:
- Cleaning: Regular gutter cleaning is important for success, especially with the wet weather in Dunwoody, but it's not easy or fun to do yourself. A professional can handle the cleaning for you to help prevent overflowing, warping, and clogging.
- Repair: Gutter problems can happen to anyone. Whether you're struggling with sagging gutters, cracks, or leaks, a local Dunwoody professional can diagnose and fix the issue before it gets worse.
- Installation: An expert technician can help you install a new gutter system safely while protecting your roof's warranty.
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you can boost your system's efficiency and increase its lifespan by preventing clogs from plant matter. Guards also help stop pests from making their home in your gutters.
If you find a gutter services provider you want to stick with, many offer long-term maintenance plans that cover new installation, repairs, and routine cleaning as needed. There are options to pay by the month or year for these packages.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Thoroughly researching gutter companies ahead of time helps you avoid overpaying or getting low-quality work. When evaluating gutter installers, look for:
Assess Their Experience
Look for an established local company with years, or ideally decades, of gutter installation experience. An experienced provider understands your local climate and weather as well as local home architecture styles and can help you find the best gutters for your home. It will also have proven practices for safe and efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Make sure to pick a provider with the right certifications. Ask to see licensing, bonding, and insurance documentation before committing to a contract. Current credentials mean that a company follows best practices and local regulations, giving you peace of mind.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Read online reviews on sites like the Better Business Bureau, Yelp, and Google. Verify that a provider has a record of excellent work and great customer service. Look for satisfied longstanding customers to gain insights into a company's reliability. Watch out for red flags, like poor communication or unfinished jobs. All the providers we recommend boast a good average rating across a high number of reviews.
Choose Reputable Brands
Pick a gutter professional who's a certified installer through the manufacturer. These providers with proper training are trained to install gutters per the manufacturer's specifications to get the best results.
Examine Warranties
You should only pick companies that offer solid manufacturer warranties on materials, plus their own installation guarantees. Look for 5-10 year warranties on basic aluminum gutters and 1-3 years of labor coverage.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for resilient materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily rust, decay, or warp as time passes. Materials that can handle Dunwoody’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
Be sure to ask thorough questions when comparing different gutter installers. Inquire about details like these:
- How will you guarantee a smooth integration with my current roof? See whether steps like underlayment replacement are included.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent obstructions that occur due to leaves, twigs, and other debris falling into your gutters.
- How long is the full installation process? Most companies are able to get installations done in around one day.
- What materials are best for my gutters based on my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Factors such as Dunwoody's average annual rainfall and the risk of inclement weather in your area will affect the type and size of gutter you should get. Learn the pros and cons of each gutter material.
- Can you provide a detailed quote for both full gutter replacement and problem area fixes? Get written estimates from companies, so you understand exactly what the price of gutter installation will be before the work begins.
- How will you make sure that the new gutters have the right pitch and slope to avoid standing water? Correct pitch and slope help reduce overflow risk. Your gutter installation provider should know how to properly align a gutter system with your roof.
- What are the specific warranty details for materials and workmanship? Quality materials are usually backed by 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
Taking the time to thoroughly research all of your options will help you choose the right gutter installer for your home's needs. Investing in new gutters helps prevent much more costly water and structural damage in the future.
