Gutter Services
Full-service gutter installation companies offer homeowners the best possible value. Each Clarendon Hills provider on our list can support you with many services, including the following:
- Installation: Licensed gutter professionals have the resources and knowledge to custom-cut and install new gutters without damaging your roof.
- Cleaning: Gutters require regular cleaning. Clarendon Hills residents have moderate tree cover and rainfall, so they should clean their gutters two to four times per year.
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with holes, loose sections, sagging, mold, or cracking, an experienced Clarendon Hills gutter company can identify and fix your gutter issues quickly.
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you'll increase your system's efficiency and increase its lifespan by preventing clogs from leaves and seeds. Guards also help stop pests from settling inside your gutters.
If you're particularly satisfied with a company's workmanship, they might offer long-term contracts for installation, repairs, and cleaning. These packages are normally billed either monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Spending ample time researching gutter companies ahead of time helps avoid shoddy workmanship and overinflated rates. When evaluating gutter installers, look for:
Assess Their Experience
Choose an established local provider with many years, ideally decades, of gutter installation experience under their belt. An experienced provider will understand your local climate and weather as well as local home architecture styles and can help you find the right gutters for your home. It will also have proven systems for safe and 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 indicates that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Look through online reviews on sites such as Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau. Confirm that the company provides quality work and good customer service. Look for long-term happy customers to gain insight into a company's dependability. Watch for red flags like unresolved complaints or incomplete jobs. All the providers we recommend have a high number of reviews with a good average rating.
Choose Reputable Brands
Choose a provider that is a certified installer through the gutter manufacturer. You'll want a business that has the proper training to complete their gutter installations per the manufacturer's specifications for the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only hire a company that offers strong manufacturer warranties on materials as well as their own installation warranties. Look for guarantees that last 5–10 years for standard aluminum gutters and 1–3 years for labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for resilient materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily warp, rust, or decay over time. Materials that can withstand Clarendon Hills’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
As you compare potential gutter installation providers, make sure to ask key questions such as these:
- What materials are recommended for my gutters based on the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each gutter material, taking into account critical factors such as Clarendon Hills' expected rainfall, snowfall, and the weight and volume of the gutters.
- How long does full installation take? Most companies are able to get installations done in about 24 hours.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Putting in gutter guards helps prevent blockages that result from debris such as leaves falling into your gutters.
- How do you ensure a smooth integration with my current roof? Look for providers that complete all steps, including ones such as underlayment replacement.
- What kind of warranties are there for materials and labor? Quality materials are often backed by 5–10 year warranties. Labor is usually back by a 1-3 year warranty.
- Can you provide a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get written estimates from companies, so you understand exactly what the total cost of gutter installation will be before the project starts.
- How will you ensure the new gutters have the optimal slope and pitch to avoid standing water? Correct pitch and slope help reduce overflow risk. Your gutter installation professional should know how to properly align a gutter system with your roof.
Taking the time to thoroughly research providers helps you select the right gutter installation company. Investing in new gutters now helps avoid much pricier water and structural damage later.