Gutter Services
By hiring a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The Matthews companies on our list can handle all these jobs and more:
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with loose sections, mold, cracking, holes, or sagging, an experienced Matthews gutter company can identify and resolve your gutter issues quickly.
- Installation: Whether you're purchasing sectional gutters or custom-cut seamless ones, an expert contractor will have the necessary training to install your new gutter system safely.
- Cleaning: Gutters require routine cleaning. Matthews residents have above-average tree cover with average rainfall, so they should clean their gutters three to five times per year.
- Gutter guard installation: Gutter guards will help stop plant matter from clogging up your downspouts. No matter the style or age of your gutter system, a local gutter guard company can install the right guards for them.
If you find a local gutter company you like, ask if they offer long-term contracts for installation, repairs, and cleaning. These packages are normally billed either monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Research potential gutter installers carefully before hiring to avoid overpaying or dealing with shoddy work. Here’s what to look for when vetting gutter installation companies:
Assess Their Experience
For optimal gutter installation, you should look for local experts that have been in operation for many years or decades. Providers with this level of experience are familiar with local climate, weather trends, and architecture styles, which helps them properly evaluate your needs and get you the best gutters for your home. Typically, extensive experience also means proven practices for safe, efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Only hire a professional that's fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask for copies of their documentation before signing a contract. Proper certification and insurance protects you from liability and indicates that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Read online reviews on sites like Yelp, the Better Business Bureau, and Google. Verify that the company has a record of quality work and good customer service. Look for satisfied longstanding 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
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 use contractors that offer strong manufacturer guarantees on supplies as well as their own installation guarantees. Look for 5 to 10 year guarantees on basic aluminum gutters and 1-3 years on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for resilient materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily warp, decay, or rust as time passes. Materials that can withstand Matthews’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally lengthy lifespan.
Questions to Ask
When comparing potential gutter installation companies, make sure to ask a number of detailed questions:
- What are the specific warranty details for materials and labor? High-quality materials usually come with 5–10 year warranties. Labor is usually back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- Will you provide a detailed quote for both full gutter replacement and problem area fixes? Get estimates in writing to ensure you understand the cost of your gutter installation before the work begins.
- How will you make sure that the new gutters have the optimal pitch and slope to avoid standing water? Proper slope and pitch greatly reduces the chance of overflow. Your provider should know how to correctly align your gutter system with your home’s roof.
- How will you ensure a smooth integration with my existing roofing? Check 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, twigs, and other debris falling into your gutters.
- What gutter materials are best for the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each gutter material, considering key factors such as Matthews' typical annual rainfall and the size and capacity of the gutters.
- How long is the installation process? Most providers can complete a gutter installation project in around a day.
Thoroughly vetting your options before deciding on a company will help you choose the right gutter installation company. Investing in new gutters now helps avoid much pricier water and structural damage later.
