Gutter Services
By hiring a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the longest lifespan and best value from your system. The Portland companies on our list can handle all these jobs and more:
- Installation: Whether you're buying sectional gutters or custom-cut seamless ones, an expert technician will have the training needed to install your new gutters safely.
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with cracking, holes, mold, sagging, or loose sections, an experienced Portland gutter professional can identify and fix your gutter issues quickly.
- Cleaning: Gutters require routine cleaning. Portland residents have moderate tree cover, and while they experience a lot of rainfall, it probably won't be enough to clear clogs.
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you'll increase your system's efficiency and increase its lifespan by preventing clogs from leaves and seeds. Guards also help stop pests from settling inside your gutters.
If you like a particular gutter service provider, 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
Carefully vet gutter installers before choosing one. This helps you avoid overinflated prices and low-quality work. When looking into gutter installation companies, look for these things:
Assess Their Experience
Look for an established local provider with many years, ideally decades, of gutter installation experience. An experienced provider will understand your local climate, weather patterns, and home architecture styles and can help you find the best gutters for your home. These providers also have proven systems for safe and 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 before signing a contract. Proper credentials and insurance protects you from liability and indicates that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Browse online reviews on sites like Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau. Check that the company has a proven record of excellent work and great customer service. Look for happy long-term customers to get insights into a company's reliability. Watch out for red flags, like poor communication or unfinished jobs. All our recommended providers have a high number of reviews with a good average rating.
Choose Reputable Brands
Look for a gutter installer that's endorsed by the manufacturer through certification. This way, you’ll have a provider you can trust that's trained to install your gutters per the manufacturer's specifications. This helps achieve the best results.
Examine Warranties
Choose contractors that have robust manufacturer guarantees 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 withstand Portland’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally extended lifespan.
Questions to Ask
To properly evaluate potential gutter companies, you'll need to take the time to ask important questions such as these:
- What materials are best for my gutters based on my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Consider the pros and cons of each gutter material, considering key factors such as Portland's average snowfall, rainfall, and the size and capacity of the gutters.
- How will you make sure that the new gutters have the right pitch and slope to avoid standing water? Proper pitch and slope greatly reduces the chance of overflow. Your provider should know how to align your gutter system with your home’s roof.
- How will you make sure there’s smooth integration with my existing roof? See whether steps like underlayment replacement are included.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent clogs that occur due to leaves and other falling debris.
- Will you give me a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get quotes in writing to make sure you know the cost of your gutter installation before the project begins.
- How long is the full installation? Most companies can complete installations in about 24 hours.
- What are the specific warranty details for labor and materials? Quality materials often have 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
Taking the time to thoroughly research all of your options will help you choose the right gutter installation company for your needs. Investing in new gutters helps avoid much more costly water and structural damage later on.
