Gutter Services
Full-service gutter installation companies provide homeowners with the best possible value. Each Olympia provider we recommend can support you with many services, including the following:
- Repair: Whether you're dealing with mold, loose sections, holes, cracking, or sagging, an experienced Olympia gutter company can identify and solve your gutter issues quickly.
- Gutter guard installation: By hiring a professional to install gutter guards, you can boost 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.
- Cleaning: Gutters require routine cleaning. Olympia residents have moderate tree cover, and while they experience a lot of rainfall, it probably won't be enough to clear clogs.
- Installation: Whether you're purchasing sectional gutters or custom-cut seamless ones, an expert contractor will have the training needed to install your new gutters safely.
If you find a local gutter company you like, they may offer long-term contracts for installation, cleaning, and repairs. These packages are usually billed either monthly or annually.
How To Choose a Gutter Installer
Thoroughly evaluate gutter installers before selecting one. This helps you avoid overinflated prices and low-quality work. When looking into gutter installation companies, look for these things:
Assess Their Experience
We recommend choosing local gutter providers that have been in operation 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. Typically, extensive experience also means proven practices for safe, efficient gutter installation.
Verify Proper Licensing and Insurance
Only hire a professional that's fully licensed, bonded, and insured. Ask for copies of their documentation upfront before committing. Proper credentials and insurance protects you from liability and shows that the company is operating legally.
Check Reviews and Referrals
Spend time searching online reviews on sites such as Yelp, the Better Business Bureau, and Google. Verify that the company has a proven record of excellent work and great customer service. Look for long-term satisfied customers to check 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 a company that's been certified through the gutter manufacturer. You'll want a company that has completed the training program to complete all gutter installations per the manufacturer's specifications in order to get the best results.
Examine Warranties
Only pick companies that offer solid manufacturer warranties on materials, plus their own installation warranties. Look for 5-10 year warranties on basic aluminum gutters and 1-3 years of labor coverage.
Gutter Installation Materials
Look for resilient materials – such as heavy-gauge aluminum – that won't easily decay, rust, or warp as time passes. Materials that can handle Olympia’s local weather are best. Also check that paints and finishes have an equally extended lifespan.
Questions to Ask
When comparing potential gutter installation providers, you should ask the following types of detailed questions:
- How do you make sure there’s smooth integration with my existing roof? See whether steps like underlayment replacement are included.
- How long is the installation process? Most providers can complete a gutter installation project in around one day's time.
- What steps do you take to ensure my new gutters have the optimal slope and pitch to avoid standing water? Correct pitch and slope greatly lower overflow risk. Your gutter installation company should know how to properly align a gutter system on your roof.
- Are you also able to install gutter guards? Installing gutter guards helps prevent blockages that result from leaves and debris falling into your gutters.
- What are the specific warranty coverages on materials and labor? High-quality materials are often backed by 5–10 year warranties. Labor is typically back by a 1-3 year guarantee.
- Can you give me a detailed quote for both problem area fixes and full gutter replacement? Get written estimates from companies, so you know exactly what the price of gutter installation will be before the work begins.
- What gutter materials do you recommend for my specific home style and the local weather conditions? Factors such as Olympia's typical 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 pros and cons of each gutter material.
Spending time evaluating multiple companies helps you find the right gutter installer for your needs. Investing in new gutters helps avoid much more costly water and structural damage in the future.
