Gutter Services
By hiring a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The Addison companies we recommend can handle all these jobs and more:
- Gutter guard installation: Want to prevent leaves from clogging up your downspouts? Are pests like birds nesting inside them? Gutter guards can help in both cases, and a qualified gutter guard team can help you choose and install the right kind.
- Installation: Whether you're buying sectional gutters or custom-cut seamless ones, an expert contractor will have the necessary training to install your new gutters safely.
- Cleaning: Routine gutter cleaning is important for success, but it isn't as simple as it looks. A professional can handle the cleaning for you to help prevent clogging, overflowing, and warping.
- Repair: Addison homeowners can face gutter issues anytime, from cracks and sagging to mold and mildew. A local gutter company can promptly repair your gutters without breaking the bank.
You can use a gutter company's services as you need. Some companies offer long-term plans that cover installation, routine cleaning, and repairs, which are billed monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Research potential gutter installers in great depth first, so you don't end up with poor work or an overinflated bill. When evaluating gutter installation companies, look for:
Assess Their Experience
When searching for a gutter installation expert, try to choose a local company that's been in business 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 house. Additionally, these companies have proven practices for safe, efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Only hire a provider that's fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask for copies of their license, bonds, and insurance documentation upfront before committing. Proper credentials and insurance protects you from liability and shows that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Spend time reading online reviews on sites such as Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau to determine if the company has a proven track record of providing good customer service and great project results. Look for long-term satisfied customers to get a sense of the company's overall reliability. Notice any red flags, such as unresolved complaints or unfinished jobs. All the providers we recommend have a high number of reviews with a good average rating.
Choose Reputable Brands
Choose a company that's been certified through the gutter manufacturer. You'll want an installer that is formally trained to complete their gutter installations per the manufacturer's specifications for the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only use providers that offer strong manufacturer warranties on supplies as well as their own installation guarantees. Look for 5 to 10 year warranties on basic aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 years on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for resilient materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily warp, decay, or rust over time. Materials that can withstand Addison’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
When comparing potential gutter installation companies, be sure to ask these kinds of detailed questions:
- What kind of warranties are there for materials and labor? Quality materials often come with 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year warranty.
- What gutter materials do you recommend for my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each gutter material, accounting for critical factors such as Addison's expected rainfall, snowfall, and the weight and volume of the gutters.
- How will you ensure a smooth integration with my existing roofing? Look for companies that consider steps like underlayment replacement.
- How long is the installation process? Most companies can finish installations in around one day.
- How will you make sure that the new gutters have the optimal pitch and slope to reduce standing water? Correct pitch and slope greatly lower overflow risk. Your gutter installation company should know how to properly align your gutter system with your roof.
- Can you provide a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get written estimates from providers, so you know exactly what the price of gutter installation will be before the project starts.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent blockages that occur due to debris from trees falling into your gutters.
Putting in the work to vet companies thoroughly will help you select the right gutter installer for your needs. Investing in new gutters helps avoid much more costly water and structural damage down the road.