Gutter Services
By hiring a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the longest lifespan and best value from your system. The Atlas companies we recommend can do all these jobs and more:
- Repair: Atlas homeowners are no stranger to gutter issues, from sagging and cracks to mildew and mold. A local gutter company can promptly repair your gutters without breaking the bank.
- Gutter guard installation: Want to prevent leaves from clogging up your downspouts? Are pests like birds making their home inside them? Gutter guards can help in both cases, and a qualified gutter guard company can help you choose and install the right kind.
- Installation: An expert contractor can help you install a new gutter system safely and protect your roof's warranty.
- Cleaning: Most Atlas homeowners should clean their gutters two to six times per year. Even the best weekend warriors, however, might dread climbing ladders and handling the mess themselves. A gutter professional can save you time and sanity by doing the cleaning.
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 monthly or annually for these packages.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Thoroughly evaluate gutter installers before picking one. This helps avoid overpaying or getting low-quality work. When checking out gutter installation companies, look for these qualities:
Assess Their Experience
Choose an established local provider with many years, ideally decades, of gutter installation experience. An experienced provider understands your local climate and weather as well as local home architecture styles and can help you find the right gutters for your home. It will also have proven systems for safe and efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Before committing to a contract, verify that the company has the proper credentials. Request to see licensing, bonding, and insurance documentation upfront. Proper certification shows that the company operates above board and helps protect you from issues if an injury or property damage occurs during the project.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Read online reviews on sites like the Better Business Bureau, Google, and Yelp. Check that the company has a proven track record of excellent work and good customer service. Look for happy long-term customers to get insights into a provider’s reliability. Watch out for red flags, like poor communication or unfinished jobs. All the providers we recommend boast a good average rating across a high number of reviews.
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 to get the best results.
Examine Warranties
Choose contractors that offer robust manufacturer warranties on supplies, as well as their own installation guarantees. Look for 5 to 10 year warranties on regular aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 year warranties on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Go for resilient materials – for example, heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't rust, decay, or warp over time. Materials that can withstand Atlas’s weather are best. Be sure any paints and finishes also have a similarly long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
To properly evaluate potential gutter companies, you'll want to make sure to ask key questions such as these:
- How long will the full installation process take? Most providers are typically able to finish a gutter installation project in around one day's time.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent clogs that occur due to debris from trees falling into your gutters.
- How will you ensure the new gutters have the optimal pitch and slope to avoid standing water? Correct pitch and slope greatly lower overflow risk. Your gutter installation specialist should know how to properly align your gutter system with your roof.
- Can you provide a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get estimates in writing to ensure you know the price of your gutter installation before the job begins.
- How do you ensure a smooth integration with my existing roofing? See whether the company includes steps like underlayment replacement.
- What are the specific warranty coverages on labor and materials? High-quality materials are often backed by 5–10 year warranties. Labor is normally back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- What materials are recommended for my gutters based on the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Consider the benefits and drawbacks of each gutter material, considering important factors such as Atlas' average snowfall, rainfall, and the weight and volume of the gutters.
Vetting multiple companies before making a decision helps you pick the best gutter installer for your home. Investing in new gutters today helps avoid costly water and structural damage in the future.
