Gutter Services
By selecting a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the longest lifespan and best value from your system. The Plum companies on our list can do all these jobs and more:
- Installation: An expert provider can help you install a new gutter system safely while protecting your roof's warranty.
- Repair: Plum homeowners are no stranger to gutter issues, from sagging and cracks to mold and mildew. A local gutter professional can repair your gutters in no time, and without breaking the bank.
- Cleaning: Routine gutter cleaning is important for success, but it isn't as simple as it looks. A professional can handle the cleaning for you to help prevent clogging, warping, and overflowing.
- 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 settling inside your gutters.
If you find a local gutter company you like, they may offer long-term contracts for installation, cleaning, and repairs. These packages are typically billed either monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Research potential gutter installers in great depth first, so you don't end up with poor work or an overinflated bill. When analyzing gutter installation companies, look for:
Assess Their Experience
When looking for gutter installation, we recommend choosing a local provider that's served your area for many years, ideally decades. A provider's extensive knowledge of the area's weather, climate, and popular home styles helps it assess your needs and get you the best gutters for your home. These well-established experts employ time-tested methods to enable safe, effective gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Before signing a contract, verify that the company has the proper credentials. Request to see licensing, bonding, and insurance documentation upfront. Proper credentialing indicates that the company operates above board and helps protect you from issues if an injury or property damage occurs during the project.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Read online reviews on sites like Google, Yelp, and the Better Business Bureau. Check that the company has a proven record of quality work and good customer service. Look for happy long-term customers to gain insights into a provider’s reliability. Watch out for red flags, like poor communication or unfinished jobs. All our recommended providers boast a good average rating across a high number of reviews.
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 for the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only use providers that offer strong manufacturer warranties on supplies as well as their own installation warranties. Look for 5 to 10 year guarantees on basic aluminum gutters and 1-3 years on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Pick long-lasting materials like heavy-gauge aluminum that won't decay, warp, or rust over time. The right materials will be able to withstand the weather in Plum. Make sure any paints and finishes will also last a long time.
Questions to Ask
To properly evaluate potential gutter companies, you'll want to make sure to ask thorough questions such as these:
- How long does full installation take? Most providers are typically able to finish a gutter installation project in around one day's time.
- What are the specific warranty details for labor and materials? High-quality materials typically have 5–10 year warranties. Labor is normally back by a 1-3 year warranty.
- How do you guarantee a smooth integration with my current roof? See whether the company includes steps like underlayment replacement.
- What materials are recommended for my gutters based on my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Consider the benefits and drawbacks of each gutter material, accounting for critical factors such as Plum's expected rainfall, snowfall, and the weight and volume of the gutters.
- How will you make sure that the new gutters have the optimal pitch and slope to reduce standing water? Correct pitch and slope help reduce overflow risk. Your gutter installation company should know how to properly align a gutter system with your roof.
- Will you give me a detailed quote for both full gutter replacement and problem area fixes? Get quotes in writing from companies, so you understand exactly what the price of gutter installation will be before the project starts.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Putting in gutter guards helps prevent clogging that results from debris such as leaves getting into your gutters.
Researching and comparing multiple providers will help you select the best gutter installation company for your home. Investing in new gutters today helps prevent costly water and structural damage in the future.
