Gutter Services
By working with a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The Greenwood companies on our list can handle all these jobs and more:
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with sagging, holes, mold, loose sections, or cracking, an experienced Greenwood gutter company can identify and solve your gutter issues quickly.
- Cleaning: Gutters require regular cleaning. Greenwood residents have moderate tree cover, and while they experience a lot of rainfall, it probably won't be enough to clear clogs.
- Installation: An expert provider can help you install a new gutter system safely while protecting your roof's warranty.
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you'll increase your system's efficiency and improve its lifespan by preventing clogs from plant matter. Guards also help stop pests from settling inside your gutters.
If you find a gutter services provider you want to stick with, many will offer long-term maintenance plans that cover new installation, repairs, and routine cleaning as needed. You can pay by the month or year for these packages.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Thoroughly evaluate gutter installers before selecting one. This helps avoid overpaying or getting low-quality work. When looking into gutter installation companies, look for these attributes:
Assess Their Experience
Look for an established local company with years, or ideally decades, of gutter installation experience. An experienced company understands your local climate, weather patterns, and home architecture styles and can help you find the best gutters for your house. These providers also have proven practices for safe and efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Only hire a company that's fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask for copies of their documentation before signing a contract. Proper credentials and insurance protects you from liability and shows that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Read online reviews on sites like the Better Business Bureau, Yelp, and Google. Verify that a provider has a record of quality work and great customer service. Look for satisfied longstanding customers to get insights into a company's reliability. Be on the lookout 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
Look for a gutter installer that's officially certified by the manufacturer. This way, you’ll have a provider you can trust that's trained to install your gutters per the manufacturer's specifications. This helps ensure the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only use providers that offer strong manufacturer guarantees on supplies as well as their own installation warranties. Look for 5 to 10 year warranties on basic aluminum gutters and 1-3 years on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Go for resilient materials – for example, heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't decay, rust, or warp over time. Materials that can handle Greenwood’s weather are best. Be sure any paints and finishes also have a similarly long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
When comparing potential gutter installation providers, make sure to ask a number of detailed questions:
- What kind of warranties are there for materials and labor? High-quality materials are usually backed by 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year warranty.
- How will you ensure a smooth integration with my current roofing? Look for steps like underlayment replacement.
- Can you give me 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 work begins.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Gutter guards help prevent blockages that occur due to leaves, twigs, and other debris falling into your gutters.
- What materials are recommended for my gutters based on the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each gutter material, considering key factors such as Greenwood's expected annual rainfall and the size and capacity of the gutters.
- How long is the full installation process? Most companies can usually complete a gutter installation project in around a day.
- 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 professional should know how to properly align your gutter system on your roof.
Putting in the work to vet companies thoroughly helps you choose the right gutter installation company for your needs. Investing in new gutters helps avoid much more costly water and structural damage in the future.
