Gutter Services
By choosing a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The Salem companies we recommend can handle all these jobs and more:
- Cleaning: Most homeowners in Salem should clean their gutters two to six times per year. Even the bravest weekend warriors, however, might despise climbing ladders and handling the mess themselves. A gutter professional can save your sanity and valuable time by doing the cleaning.
- Repair: Salem homeowners are no stranger to gutter issues, from sagging and cracks to mold and mildew. A local gutter professional can repair your gutters in no time, and without breaking the bank.
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you'll boost your system's efficiency and increase 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 provider will have the necessary training to install your new gutters safely.
You can employ a gutter services company for whichever jobs you need. Many providers 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 avoid shoddy workmanship and overinflated rates. When evaluating gutter installers, look for:
Assess Their Experience
When looking for gutter installation, it's advisable to opt for a local company that's served your area for many years, ideally decades. A provider's expertise on the area's weather, climate, and popular home styles helps it evaluate your needs and get you the best gutters for your home. These well-established providers employ time-tested methods to enable safe, effective gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Make sure to choose a company with the proper qualifications. Ask to see licensing, bonding, and insurance documentation before committing to a contract. Current credentials mean that a company meets standards and follows local regulations, giving you peace of mind.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Spend time looking through online reviews on sites such as Yelp, Google, and the Better Business Bureau. Verify that the company has a proven record of excellent work and great customer service. Look for happy long-term customers to check a provider’s reliability. Watch for red flags like poor communication or unfinished jobs. All our recommended providers boast a good average rating across a high number of reviews.
Choose Reputable Brands
Pick a gutter installer with manufacturer certification. These companies that completed the training program are trained to install gutters per the manufacturer's specifications to get the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only hire a company that offers strong manufacturer guarantees on materials as well as their own installation warranties. Look for warranties that last 5–10 years for standard aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 years for labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Go for resilient materials – for example, heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't warp, decay, or rust over time. Materials that can handle Salem’s weather are key. Be sure any paints and finishes also have an equally long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
To properly evaluate gutter installation providers, you'll need to take the time to ask key questions such as these:
- What gutter materials do you recommend for my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Consider the benefits and drawbacks of each gutter material, considering important factors such as Salem's average rainfall, snowfall, and the weight and volume of the gutters.
- How do you ensure a smooth integration with my current roof? Look for steps such as underlayment replacement.
- Can you provide a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get quotes in writing to ensure you understand the price of your gutter installation before the project begins.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Gutter guards help prevent blockages that occur due to leaves and other falling debris.
- How long does full installation take? Most companies can finish installations in a day or so.
- What are the specific warranty details for materials and labor? Quality materials often have 5–10 year warranties. Labor is normally back by a 1-3 year warranty.
- How will you ensure the new gutters have the right slope and pitch to reduce standing water? Correct pitch and slope help reduce overflow risk. Your gutter installation company should know how to properly align a gutter system on your roof.
Taking the time to thoroughly research all of your options will help you find the right gutter installer for your home's needs. Investing in new gutters can protect against much more costly water and structural damage down the road.
