Gutter Services
By choosing a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The Berkeley companies we recommend can do all these jobs and more:
- Gutter guard installation: Want to stop leaves from clogging up your downspouts? Are pests like birds settling down inside them? Gutter guards can help in both cases, and a qualified gutter guard installer can help you choose and install the right kind.
- Repair: Berkeley homeowners are no stranger to gutter issues, from cracks and sagging to mildew and mold. A local gutter company can repair your gutters in no time, and without breaking the bank.
- Cleaning: Regular gutter cleaning is essential for success, but it isn't as simple as it looks. A professional can handle the dirty work for you to help prevent clogging, overflowing, and warping.
- Installation: Whether you're buying sectional gutters or custom-cut seamless ones, an expert provider will have the necessary training to install your new gutter system safely.
If you find a gutter services provider you want to stick with, many companies offer long-term maintenance plans that cover new installation, routine cleaning, and repairs as needed. There are options to pay by the month or year for these packages.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Thoroughly evaluate gutter installers before choosing one. This helps avoid overpaying or getting low-quality work. When checking out gutter installation companies, look for these things:
Assess Their Experience
When searching for a gutter installation provider, try to select 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 perfect gutters for your home. Additionally, these companies have proven techniques for safe, efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
When picking a professional, make sure that they have the proper documentation. Ask to see licensing, bonding, and insurance documentation before committing. Proper certification and insurance mean that the company is legitimate and that you'll avoid issues if an injury or property damage occurs during the project.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Look through online reviews on sites such as Yelp, the Better Business Bureau, and Google. Confirm that the company provides high-quality work and great customer service. Look for long-term happy customers to gain insight into a company's dependability. Watch for red flags like unresolved complaints or incomplete 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 officially certified by the manufacturer. This way, you’ll have an installer that has proven expertise and is trained to install your gutters per the manufacturer's specifications. This helps you get the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only pick companies that offer solid manufacturer guarantees on materials, plus their own installation warranties. Look for 5-10 year warranties on basic aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 years of labor coverage.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for durable materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily decay, warp, or rust as time passes. Materials that can withstand Berkeley’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:
- How do you make sure there’s smooth integration with my existing roofing? Find out whether steps like underlayment replacement are included.
- Will you provide a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get written estimates from providers, so you understand exactly what the total cost of gutter installation will be before the work begins.
- How long will the full installation process take? Most providers can usually complete a gutter installation project in around one day's time.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent clogging that results from leaves, twigs, and other debris getting into your gutters.
- What materials are best for my gutters based on my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Factors such as Berkeley's average rainfall, snowfall, and the risk of inclement weather in your area will affect the size and type of gutter you should get. Learn the benefits and drawbacks of each gutter material.
- What are the specific warranty coverages on labor and materials? Quality materials often have 5–10 year warranties. Labor is normally back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- How will you make sure that the new gutters have the right pitch and slope to reduce standing water? Proper pitch and slope significantly decreases the likelihood of overflow. Your provider should know how to align a gutter system with your home’s roof.
Doing your research to evaluate and compare multiple companies helps you choose the right gutter installer. Investing in new gutters now helps avoid much pricier water and structural damage later.
