Gutter Services
Full-service gutter installation companies offer homeowners the best value. Each Granger provider on our list can support you with many services, such as the following:
- Installation: Licensed gutter professionals have the resources and knowledge to custom-cut and install new gutters without damaging your roof.
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with mold, cracking, loose sections, holes, or sagging, an experienced Granger gutter professional can identify and solve your gutter issues quickly.
- Cleaning: Regular 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 warping, clogging, and overflowing.
- Gutter guard installation: Gutter guards will help stop plant matter from clogging up your downspouts. No matter the style or age of your gutter system, a local gutter guard company can install the right guards for them.
You can use a gutter company's services as you need. Sometimes, companies offer long-term plans that cover installation, repairs, and routine cleaning, which are billed monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Carefully vet gutter installers before hiring one. This helps you avoid overinflated prices and low-quality work. When checking out gutter installation companies, look for these qualities:
Assess Their Experience
Look for an established local provider with years, or ideally decades, of gutter installation experience under their belt. An experienced company understands your local climate and weather as well as local home architecture styles and can help you find the right gutters for your home. These providers also have proven practices for safe and efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Only hire a provider that's fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask to see copies of their documentation upfront before committing. Proper credentials and insurance protects you from liability and indicates that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Spend time searching online reviews on sites such as the Better Business Bureau, Yelp, and Google 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 understand the company's overall reliability. Look for 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
Choose a gutter installer that's certified by the gutter maker, as this means the professional meets the manufacturer's standards and knows how to install gutters according to the manufacturer's specifications. This helps ensure the best results.
Examine Warranties
Choose contractors that have robust manufacturer warranties on supplies, as well as their own installation guarantees. Look for 5 to 10 year guarantees on regular aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 year warranties on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for resilient materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily warp, rust, or decay as time passes. Materials that can handle Granger’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
As you compare potential gutter installers, make sure to ask detailed questions like these:
- Can you give me 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 work begins.
- What kind of warranties are there for materials and labor? High-quality materials typically come with 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- How will you guarantee a smooth integration with my existing roofing? Look for companies that consider steps like underlayment replacement.
- How will you make sure that the new gutters have the right slope and pitch to avoid standing water? Correct pitch and slope significantly diminish overflow risk. Your gutter installation professional should know how to properly align your gutter system on your roof.
- What gutter materials do you recommend for my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Factors such as Granger's average snowfall, rainfall, 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.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Gutter guards help prevent clogs that occur due to debris from trees falling into your gutters.
- How long is the installation process? Most companies can complete installations in about 24 hours.
Taking the time to thoroughly research providers will help you select the right gutter installation company. Investing in new gutters now helps prevent much pricier water and structural damage in the future.
