Gutter Services
By selecting a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the longest lifespan and best value from your system. The Prairie Village companies we recommend can do all these jobs and more:
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you'll boost your system's efficiency and improve its lifespan by preventing clogs from plant matter. Guards also help stop pests from settling inside your gutters.
- Installation: Whether you're purchasing sectional gutters or custom-cut seamless ones, an expert technician will have the training needed to install your new gutter system safely.
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with mold, holes, cracking, loose sections, or sagging, an experienced Prairie Village gutter company can identify and resolve your gutter issues quickly.
- Cleaning: Gutters require regular cleaning. Prairie Village residents have moderate tree cover and rainfall, so they should clean their gutters two to four times per year.
You can employ a gutter services company for whichever jobs you need. Some companies will offer long-term plans that cover installation, repairs, and routine cleaning, which are billed monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Doing comprehensive research on gutter companies ahead of time helps you avoid overpaying or getting low-quality work. When evaluating gutter installers, look for:
Assess Their Experience
Choose an established local company 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 best gutters for your home. These providers also have proven practices for safe and efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Make sure to pick a provider with the right certifications. Ask to see licensing, bonding, and insurance documentation before committing to a contract. Current credentials mean that a company follows best practices and local regulations, giving you peace of mind.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Spend time reading online reviews on sites such as the Better Business Bureau, Google, and Yelp to confirm that 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 unresolved complaints or unfinished jobs. All our recommended providers have a high number of reviews with a good average rating.
Choose Reputable Brands
Pick a gutter professional who's a certified installer through the manufacturer. These installers who went through certification are trained to install gutters per the manufacturer's specifications in order to achieve the best results.
Examine Warranties
Choose contractors that provide robust manufacturer guarantees on supplies, as well as their own installation guarantees. Look for 5-10 year guarantees on regular aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 year warranties on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Pick durable materials like heavy-gauge aluminum that won't rust, warp, or decay over time. The right materials will be able to hold up under the weather in Prairie Village. Make sure any paints and finishes have an extended lifespan, too.
Questions to Ask
To properly evaluate gutter installation providers, you'll want to make sure to ask thorough questions such as these:
- What kind of warranties are there for materials and labor? Quality materials usually have 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year warranty.
- How will you make sure that the new gutters have the right slope and pitch to reduce standing water? Correct pitch and slope greatly lower overflow risk. Your gutter installation professional should know how to properly align your gutter system on your roof.
- How do you make sure there’s smooth integration with my existing roof? Check whether the company includes steps like underlayment replacement.
- How long is the full installation process? Most companies are able to get installations done in a day or so.
- Will you give me a detailed quote for both full gutter replacement and problem area fixes? Get quotes in writing to make sure you know the price of your gutter installation before the work begins.
- What materials are best for my gutters based on my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Factors such as Prairie Village'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.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Installing gutter guards helps prevent clogging that results from leaves and debris getting into your gutters.
Taking the time to thoroughly research all of your options will help you choose the right gutter installer for your needs. Investing in new gutters helps avoid much more costly water and structural damage later on.
