Gutter Services
Full-service gutter installation companies give homeowners the best value. Each Penn provider on our list can support you with many services, such as the following:
- Installation: Licensed gutter companies have the knowledge and resources to custom-cut and install new gutters without damaging your roof.
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with sagging, holes, cracking, mold, or loose sections, an experienced Penn gutter company can identify and solve your gutter issues quickly.
- 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 overflowing, clogging, and warping.
- Gutter guard installation: Gutter guards will help stop plant matter from clogging your downspouts. No matter the style or age of your gutter system, a local gutter guard company can install the right guards for them.
You can use a gutter company's services as you need. Many providers offer long-term plans that cover installation, repairs, and routine cleaning, charging by the month or year.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Critically evaluate gutter installers before hiring one. This helps avoid overpaying or getting low-quality work. When looking into gutter installation companies, look for these things:
Assess Their Experience
Look for an established local provider with many years, ideally decades, of gutter installation experience. An experienced provider will understand your local climate, weather patterns, and home architecture styles and can help you find the best gutters for your house. It will also have proven systems for safe and efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Only hire a provider that's fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask to see 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
Spend time reading online reviews on sites such as Google, the Better Business Bureau, and Yelp to verify the company's a proven track record of providing good customer service and great project results. Look for long-term satisfied customers to gain insights into the company's overall reliability. Look for any red flags, such as unresolved complaints 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 certified directly by the manufacturer. This way, you’ll have a professional you can rely on who's trained to install your gutters per the manufacturer's specifications. This helps you get the best results.
Examine Warranties
Choose contractors that have 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
Look for resilient materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily warp, decay, or rust over time. Materials that can handle Penn’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
To properly evaluate potential gutter companies, you'll need to take the time to ask key questions such as these:
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent clogs that result from leaves and debris getting into your gutters.
- How will you guarantee a smooth integration with my current roof? Find out whether steps like underlayment replacement are included.
- What steps do you take to ensure my new gutters have the optimal pitch and slope to prevent standing water? Proper pitch and slope significantly decreases the likelihood of overflow. Your contractor should know how to align a gutter system with your home’s roof.
- What gutter materials do you recommend for the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Consider the pros and cons of each gutter material, accounting for important factors such as Penn's typical rainfall, snowfall, and the weight and volume of the gutters.
- What warranties do you offer for labor and materials? Quality materials often have 5–10 year warranties. Labor is usually back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- Will you provide a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get quotes in writing to ensure you know the price of your gutter installation before the work begins.
- How long does the installation process take? Most companies can usually complete a gutter installation project in around one day's time.
Spending time evaluating multiple companies helps you select the right gutter installer for your home's needs. Investing in new gutters helps avoid much more costly water and structural damage down the road.
