Gutter Services
By working with a full-service gutter installation company, you'll get the best value and longest lifespan from your system. The Lubbock companies on our list can do all these jobs and more:
- Repair: Lubbock homeowners are no stranger to gutter issues, from cracks and sagging to mildew and mold. A local gutter professional can repair your gutters in no time, and without breaking the bank.
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you'll increase your system's efficiency and improve its lifespan by preventing clogs from leaves and seeds. Guards also help stop pests from making their home in your gutters.
- Installation: An expert technician can help you install a new gutter system safely and protect your roof's warranty.
- Cleaning: Gutters require routine cleaning. Lubbock residents have less tree cover and rain on average, but they should still clean their gutters twice a year.
You can use a gutter company's services as you need. Sometimes, companies will offer long-term plans that cover installation, repairs, and routine cleaning, which are billed monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Thoroughly researching gutter companies ahead of time helps avoid shoddy workmanship and overinflated rates. When assessing gutter installers, look for:
Assess Their Experience
When looking for gutter installation, for the best results, you should select a local provider that's served your area for many years, ideally decades. A company’s expertise on the area's weather, climate, and popular home styles helps it analyze your needs and get you the right gutters for your home. These well-established providers employ time-tested methods to enable safe, effective gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Make sure to pick a provider with the right credentials. Ask to see licensing, bonding, and insurance documentation before committing to a contract. Current credentials mean that a company follows best practices and local regulations, giving you peace of mind.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Spend time reading online reviews on sites such as Yelp, Google, and the Better Business Bureau. Verify that the company has a record of quality work and good customer service. Look for happy long-term customers to check a provider’s reliability. Watch for red flags such as poor communication or unfinished jobs. All our recommended providers 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
You should only pick companies that offer solid manufacturer guarantees on materials, plus their own installation guarantees. Look for 5 to 10 year guarantees on basic aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 years of labor coverage.
Gutter Installation Materials
Go for durable materials – for example, heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't rust, warp, or decay over time. Materials that can handle Lubbock’s weather are best. Be sure any paints and finishes also have a similarly lengthy lifespan.
Questions to Ask
To properly evaluate gutter installation providers, you'll need to take the time to ask key questions such as these:
- What gutter materials do you recommend for the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Factors such as Lubbock's typical rainfall, snowfall, and the risk of inclement weather in your area will affect the type and size of gutter you should get. Learn the advantages and disadvantages of each gutter material.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent blockages that result from leaves, twigs, and other debris getting into your gutters.
- What are the specific warranty details for materials and workmanship? High-quality materials are often backed by 5–10 year warranties. Labor is usually back by a 1-3 year warranty.
- How long is the full installation? Most companies are able to get installations done in around one day.
- What steps do you take to ensure my new gutters have the right slope and pitch to prevent standing water? Proper slope and pitch significantly decreases the likelihood of overflow. Your installer should know how to correctly align your gutter system with your home’s roof.
- How will you ensure a smooth integration with my existing roof? Look for providers that complete all steps, including ones such as underlayment replacement.
- Can you provide a detailed quote for both full gutter replacement and fixes for problem areas? Get quotes in writing from companies, so you understand exactly what the price of gutter installation will be before the project starts.
Putting in the work to vet companies thoroughly helps you find the right gutter installation company for your needs. Investing in new gutters can protect against much more costly water and structural damage down the road.
