Gutter Services
By hiring a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The Martin companies we recommend can handle all these jobs and more:
- Cleaning: Most Martin homeowners 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 company can save you time and sanity by doing the cleaning.
- Installation: Whether you're purchasing sectional gutters or custom-cut seamless ones, an expert contractor will have the necessary training to install your new gutters safely.
- Gutter guard installation: Want to prevent leaves from clogging up your gutters? Are pests like birds nesting inside them? Gutter guards can help in both cases, and a qualified gutter guard company can help you choose and install the right kind.
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with mold, loose sections, cracking, sagging, or holes, an experienced Martin gutter professional can identify and resolve your gutter issues quickly.
If you find a local gutter company you like, they may offer long-term contracts for installation, repairs, and cleaning. These packages are typically billed either monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Research prospective gutter installers comprehensively first, so you don't end up with poor work or an overinflated bill. When analyzing gutter installation companies, look for:
Assess Their Experience
We recommend choosing local gutter providers that have been established for many years or decades. Companies with this level of experience are familiar with local weather and climate patterns as well as popular architecture styles, which helps them properly evaluate your needs and get you the best gutters for your home. Typically, extensive experience also means proven techniques for safe, efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Make sure to choose a company with the right certifications. Ask to see licensing, bonding, and insurance documentation before committing to a contract. Current documentation means that a company follows best practices and local regulations, giving you peace of mind.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Look through online reviews on sites such as Yelp, Google, and the Better Business Bureau. Confirm that the company provides quality work and good customer service. Look for long-term happy customers to gain insight into a provider's dependability. Watch for red flags like poor communication or incomplete jobs. All the providers we recommend boast a good average rating across a high number of reviews.
Choose Reputable Brands
Choose a gutter installer that has the manufacturer's seal of approval, as this means the provider truly understands the process and knows how to install gutters according to the manufacturer's specifications. This ensures that you get the best results.
Examine Warranties
Choose contractors that provide robust manufacturer guarantees on supplies, as well as their own installation warranties. Look for 5 to 10 year warranties on regular aluminum gutters and 1-3 year guarantees on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for long-lasting, durable materials such as heavy gauge aluminum that are unlikely to rust, decay, or warp over time. The right materials will hold up under your local weather in Martin. It's important that any paints and finishes also have a long lifespan and don't easily peel or fade.
Questions to Ask
When comparing potential gutter installation companies, be sure to ask the following types of detailed questions:
- What steps do you take to ensure my new gutters have the right pitch and slope to avoid standing water? Correct slope and pitch significantly diminish overflow risk. Your gutter installation provider should know how to properly align a gutter system with your roof.
- How long will the full installation process take? Most companies are typically able to finish a gutter installation project in around one day's time.
- How will you guarantee a smooth integration with my existing roof? Find out whether steps like underlayment replacement are included.
- What kind of warranties are there for materials and workmanship? High-quality materials are usually backed by 5–10 year warranties. Labor is usually back by a 1-3 year warranty.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent clogs that occur due to leaves, twigs, and other debris falling into your gutters.
- What materials are best for my gutters based on my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Factors such as Martin's average 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 provide a detailed quote for both full gutter replacement and problem area fixes? Get quotes in writing from companies, so you understand exactly what the total cost of gutter installation will be before the project starts.
Taking the steps to thoroughly vet and evaluate multiple companies will help you select the best gutter installation company for your home. Installing new gutters now helps prevent more expensive water and structural damage down the road.
