Gutter Services
Full-service gutter installation companies provide homeowners with the most value for their dollar. Each University Park provider on our list can support you with many services, including the following:
- Repair: Gutter problems can happen to anyone. Whether you're struggling with cracks, sagging gutters, or leaks, a local University Park professional can diagnose and fix the problem before it can worsen.
- Cleaning: Routine gutter cleaning is crucial for success, but it isn't as simple as it looks. A professional can handle the dirty work for you to help prevent clogging, warping, and overflowing.
- Installation: Licensed gutter professionals have the resources and knowledge to cut and install new gutters without damaging your roof.
- Gutter guard installation: Gutter guards help stop plant matter from clogging up your downspouts. No matter the age or style of your gutter system, a local gutter guard company can install the right guards for them.
If you like a particular gutter service provider, many will offer long-term maintenance plans that cover new installation, repairs, and routine cleaning as needed. You could pay by the month or year for these packages.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Critically evaluate gutter installers before picking one. This helps avoid overpaying or getting low-quality work. When looking into gutter installation companies, look for these attributes:
Assess Their Experience
We recommend choosing local gutter providers that have been operating 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 right gutters for your home. Generally, extensive experience also means proven techniques for safe, efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Before committing to a contract, verify that the company has the right credentials. Request to see licensing, bonding, and insurance documentation upfront. Proper credentialing tells you 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
Spend time looking through online reviews on sites such as Yelp, Google, and the Better Business Bureau. Verify that the provider has a proven record of quality work and good customer service. Look for happy long-term customers to evaluate a provider’s reliability. Watch for red flags like poor communication or unfinished jobs. All our recommended providers have a high number of reviews with a good average rating.
Choose Reputable Brands
Choose a provider that is a certified installer 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
Choose contractors that provide robust manufacturer warranties on supplies, as well as their own installation warranties. Look for 5 to 10 year guarantees on regular aluminum gutters and 1 to 3 year warranties on labor.
Gutter Installation Materials
Go for resilient materials – for example, heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't decay, rust, or warp over time. Materials that can handle University Park’s weather are key. Be sure any paints and finishes also have a long lifespan.
Questions to Ask
As you compare potential gutter installation providers, make sure to ask specific questions including these:
- What gutter materials are recommended for the local weather conditions and my specific home style? Factors such as University Park'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 benefits and drawbacks of each gutter material.
- Can you also install gutter guards? Adding gutter guards helps prevent obstructions that occur due to leaves, twigs, and other debris falling into your gutters.
- How will you ensure the new gutters have the right pitch and slope to prevent standing water? Proper pitch and slope significantly decreases the likelihood of overflow. Your provider should know how to align your gutter system with your home’s roofing specifications.
- How do you ensure a smooth integration with my current roofing? Look for providers that complete all steps, including ones such as underlayment replacement.
- What warranties do you offer for materials and workmanship? High-quality materials typically have 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- Will you give me a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get estimates in writing to make sure you understand the cost of your gutter installation before the work begins.
- How long does the installation process take? Most providers can usually complete a gutter installation project in around a day.
Thoroughly vetting your options before deciding on a company will help you select the right gutter installation company. Investing in new gutters now helps prevent much pricier water and structural damage down the road.
