Gutter Services
Full-service gutter installation companies provide homeowners with the most value for their dollar. Each Meridian provider we recommend can support you with many services, including the following:
- 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 making their home in your gutters.
- 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 mold, cracking, sagging, loose sections, or holes, an experienced Meridian gutter company can identify and solve your gutter issues quickly.
- Cleaning: Most Meridian residents should clean their gutters two to six times per year. Even the bravest weekend warriors, however, might hate climbing ladders and handling the mess themselves. A gutter professional can save your sanity and valuable time by doing the cleaning.
If you're particularly satisfied with a company's workmanship, ask if they offer long-term contracts for installation, cleaning, and repairs. These packages are usually billed either monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Research potential gutter installers carefully before hiring to avoid poor workmanship or overinflated prices. Here’s what to look for when vetting gutter installation companies:
Assess Their Experience
When searching for a gutter installation company, try to choose a local provider that's been in business for many years or decades. This experience means that the company understands your area's weather and climate, as well as common local home designs, which helps them choose the right gutters for your home. Additionally, it'll have proven techniques for safe, efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Only hire a company that's fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask for copies of their license, bonds, and insurance documentation upfront before committing. Proper licensing and insurance protects you from liability and shows that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Browse online reviews on sites like the Better Business Bureau, Google, and Yelp. Verify that the company has a record of excellent work and great customer service. Look for satisfied longstanding 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
Choose an installer with official certification through the gutter manufacturer. You'll want a company that has completed the training program to complete the full gutter installation process per the manufacturer's specifications in order to get the best results.
Examine Warranties
Choose contractors that offer robust manufacturer warranties on supplies, as well as their own installation warranties. Look for 5 to 10 year guarantees on regular aluminum gutters and 1-3 year guarantees on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Pick durable materials like heavy-gauge aluminum that won't warp, decay, or rust over time. The right materials will be able to withstand the weather in Meridian. Make sure any paints and finishes are equally durable.
Questions to Ask
To properly evaluate potential gutter companies, you'll want to make sure to ask key questions such as these:
- What warranties do you offer for materials and workmanship? High-quality materials are typically backed by 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year warranty.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent blockages that occur due to debris from trees falling into your gutters.
- How long does full installation take? Most companies can finish installations in about 24 hours.
- What gutter materials are recommended for the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Factors such as Meridian's typical annual rainfall and the risk of inclement weather in your area will influence the type and size of gutter that's best for you. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of each gutter material.
- Can you give me a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get quotes in writing from companies, so you know exactly what the price of gutter installation will be before the project starts.
- How will you ensure the new gutters have the right pitch and slope to reduce standing water? Proper slope and pitch significantly decreases the likelihood of overflow. Your installer should know how to align a gutter system with your home’s roof.
- How will you guarantee a smooth integration with my current roofing? Check whether the company includes steps like underlayment replacement.
Doing your due diligence to research and compare providers will help you select the right gutter installer for your home. Upgrading to new gutters now helps avoid more expensive water and structural damage down the road.