Gutter Services
Almost all the Maine gutter installation companies we recommend are full-service. A few of the many services they offer include:
- Installation: An expert technician can help you install a new gutter system safely and protect your roof's warranty.
- Cleaning: Most Maine homeowners should clean their gutters two to six times per year. Even the best weekend warriors, however, might hate climbing ladders and handling the mess themselves. A gutter company can save your sanity and valuable time by handling the cleaning.
- Repair: Gutter problems can happen to anyone. Whether you're struggling with sagging gutters, leaks, or cracks, a local Maine professional can evaluate and correct the issue before it can worsen.
- Gutter guard installation: Want to stop leaves from clogging up your gutters? Are pests like birds nesting inside them? Gutter guards can help in both cases, and a qualified gutter guard company can help you choose and install the right kind.
If you find a gutter services provider you want to stick with, many will offer long-term maintenance plans that cover new installation, routine cleaning, and repairs as needed. You can pay by the month or year for these packages.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Doing comprehensive research on gutter companies ahead of time helps avoid shoddy workmanship and overinflated rates. When vetting gutter installers, look for:
Assess Their Experience
We recommend choosing local gutter experts that have been operating for many years or decades. Providers with this level of experience are familiar with local climate, weather trends, and architecture styles, which helps them properly assess your needs and get you the best gutters for your home. Typically, extensive experience also means proven techniques 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 licensing and insurance protects you from liability and indicates that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Spend time looking through online reviews on sites such as Google, the Better Business Bureau, and Yelp to determine if the company has a proven track record of providing high-quality work and good customer service. Look for long-term satisfied customers to get a sense of the company's overall reliability. Notice any 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
Pick a gutter installer that has received official certification from the manufacturer. These installers who went through certification are trained to install gutters per the manufacturer's specifications to achieve the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only use contractors that offer strong manufacturer warranties on supplies as well as their own installation guarantees. Look for 5 to 10 year guarantees on basic aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 years on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for durable materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily warp, rust, or decay over time. Materials that can handle Maine’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
To properly evaluate potential gutter companies, you'll need to take the time to ask key questions such as these:
- How will you make sure that the new gutters have the right pitch and slope to prevent standing water? Correct pitch and slope significantly diminish overflow risk. Your gutter installation professional should know how to properly align a gutter system with your roof.
- How long is the full installation process? Most companies can usually complete a gutter installation project in around one day's time.
- How will you make sure there’s smooth integration with my existing roof? Look for steps like underlayment replacement.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent clogging that results from leaves, twigs, and other debris falling into your gutters.
- What kind of warranties are there for labor and materials? Quality materials usually have 5–10 year warranties. Labor is usually back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- Can you give me a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get estimates in writing to make sure you understand the cost of your gutter installation before the project begins.
- What gutter materials are recommended for my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Factors such as Maine's average rainfall, snowfall, and the risk of inclement weather in your area will influence the size and type of gutter that's best for you. Learn the benefits and drawbacks of each gutter material.
Researching and comparing multiple providers helps you pick the best gutter installer for you. Investing in new gutters today protects against costly water and structural damage in the future.
