Gutter Services
By picking a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The O'Fallon companies on our list can do all these jobs and more:
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you can increase your system's efficiency and increase its lifespan by preventing clogs from leaves and seeds. Guards also help stop pests from making their home in your gutters.
- Repair: O'Fallon homeowners are no stranger to gutter issues, from cracks and sagging to mold and mildew. A local gutter professional can promptly repair your gutters without breaking the bank.
- Installation: Licensed gutter professionals have the resources and knowledge to cut and install new gutters without damaging your roof.
- 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.
You can employ a gutter services company for whichever jobs 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
Thoroughly evaluate gutter installers before choosing one. This helps you avoid overinflated prices and low-quality work. When looking into gutter installation companies, look for these attributes:
Assess Their Experience
When searching for a gutter installation provider, opt for a local company that's been in business for many years or decades. This experience indicates that the company understands your area's climate, weather patterns, and home designs, which helps them choose the right gutters for your house. Additionally, these companies 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 to see copies of their documentation before signing a contract. Proper credentials and insurance protects you from liability and shows that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Look through online reviews on sites such as the Better Business Bureau, Google, and Yelp. Confirm that the company provides high-quality work and great 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
Look for a gutter installer that's officially certified by the manufacturer. This way, you’ll have a business with manufacturer-backed credentials that's trained to install your gutters per the manufacturer's specifications. This helps achieve the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only pick companies that offer solid manufacturer guarantees on materials, plus their own installation warranties. Look for 5-10 year warranties on basic aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 years of labor coverage.
Gutter Installation Materials
Go for durable materials – for example, heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't rust, warp, or decay over time. Materials that can withstand O'Fallon’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 detailed questions like these:
- What gutter materials do you recommend for the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Factors such as O'Fallon's typical rainfall, snowfall, and the risk of inclement weather in your area will affect the size and type of gutter you should get. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of each gutter material.
- What are the specific warranty coverages on labor and materials? High-quality materials are often backed by 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- What steps do you take to ensure my new gutters have the optimal pitch and slope to avoid standing water? Proper pitch and slope helps prevent overflow. Your installer should know how to correctly align a gutter system with your home’s roofing specifications.
- How will you ensure a smooth integration with my current roof? Check whether the company includes steps like underlayment replacement.
- Will you give me a detailed quote for both full gutter replacement and fixes for problem areas? Get estimates in writing to ensure you understand the cost of your gutter installation before the job begins.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Installing gutter guards helps prevent clogs that result from debris such as leaves getting into your gutters.
- How long does the installation process take? Most companies can complete installations in a day or so.
Putting in the effort to do your research before deciding on a company will help you select the right gutter installer for your home. Upgrading to new gutters now helps prevent more expensive water and structural damage in the future.
