How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost? [2025 Data]

How Much Does It Cost to Install Gutters per Linear Foot?

It costs an average of $4 to $40 per linear foot to install gutters, depending on factors like material and type. You can estimate your costs by measuring the length of each roof section in linear feet and the height of each corner from the roof to the ground where the downspouts will go. Add these figures together to estimate the number of linear feet on which you'll need to install gutters. 

Gutter Pro Costs

Gutter professionals perform a wide range of services, from designing the new system and removing the old gutters to installing new ones and helping to maintain them. Designing your new gutters, preparation work, and installation will be part of your project's pricing estimate. Disposal and cleanup is also included. The average cost to hire gutter pros to replace your home's gutter system represents between 10% and 50% of the total project cost. 

Gutter Replacement Cost by Location

Where you live can impact the overall cost of gutter replacement. Homes in locations that receive frequent rainfall or are prone to heavy rainfall amounts during a short time require more robust gutter systems to manage the increased water flow and provide adequate protection. The more robust systems can include wider or larger gutters and more and larger downspouts, which will increase the cost of the new system. If your home is in a location where heavy rain is common, expect to spend up to 50% more than homeowners in dryer locations will. 

Additional Gutter Replacement Cost Factors

There are four main factors that influence the cost of installing gutters: the size of your home, the design of your roof, the type of gutters, and the materials that make up these gutters.

Home Size

Most companies charge per linear foot for new gutter installations, so your home’s size will affect material and labor costs. Gutter installations on tall homes might also cost more than those on shorter homes since pros might need to use taller ladders and other special equipment.

Roof Design

Houses with uniquely shaped roofs, especially roofs with various pitches, dormers, and other elements, may require a custom gutter system to efficiently transport water safely from the roof and away from the home. In this case, you may have to pay for creating custom gutter shapes and sizes—and the installation itself could be more complex, requiring more costly labor hours from a gutter installation company near you.

The cost of custom gutters can vary dramatically but expect to spend somewhere between $6 and $40 per linear foot, depending on the gutter material.

Gutter Material

When you’re thinking about gutter installation costs, material choice is another key factor. Materials can range anywhere from $3 to $40 per linear foot. Aluminum and vinyl are more affordable options, while copper and stainless steel are more expensive.

Here’s a look at some common gutter costs:

Type of Gutter

There are several types of gutters available, but half-round, K-style, and custom fascia gutters are the most popular. K-style gutters cost between $3 and $37 per linear foot, while half-round, also called U-style, gutters cost between $3 and $34 per linear foot. Custom-built gutters can cost anywhere from $4 to $40 per linear foot, depending on type and materials. 

• Half-round gutters: This type of gutter costs $3 to $34 per linear foot, depending on the materials. Although they are excellent at carrying water, they are more easily clogged with debris, leading homeowners to install leaf guards and related accessories. Some areas, particularly historic neighborhoods, require half-round gutters by law, so check your local ordinances.

• K-style gutters: These gutters resemble their namesake letter when viewed from the side, thus the designation. K-style gutters cost $3 to $37 per linear foot, depending on materials, and are the most common type for homes built in the last 50 years. They feature a flat back, making installation easier than half-rounds, and include a blank front side that many manufacturers use to add a bit of visual flair. 

• Custom-built fascia gutters: Unlike other types, fascia gutters are not sold in sections that fit together. Instead, they are custom-built for the house out of one long piece of aluminum. This gives them superior protection against rust and leaks, but it comes at a higher cost. Custom-built fascia gutters range from $6 to $40 per linear foot. 

Downspouts

The water collected by your gutters has to go somewhere, which means you must install downspouts to transport this liquid away from your roof. Downspouts cost $5 to $8 per linear foot for vinyl and aluminum designs, steel $9 to $12 per linear foot, and copper $17 to $20 per linear foot. Downspouts often require additional accessories, like splash blocks, drains, flashing, or hangers. 

Customizations

While you are installing new gutters, take on some additional related projects to save yourself time down the line. 

• Downspout screens and gutter foam: Both of these accessories work to reduce debris clogs in pre-existing gutters. Downspout screens that clear debris away from the opening cost around $8 each, while gutter foam that soaks up water while resting inside of the gutter costs $1.50 per linear foot. To that end, rodent guards cost $5 each and prevent critters from running up your downspouts.

• Gutter flashing and splash blocks: Flashing costs $20 per foot and helps create a waterproof barrier behind the gutters, protecting the roof itself from moisture damage. Splash blocks install at the bottom of the downspout and help direct water away from the building, thus protecting the foundation. These blocks cost around $10 each. 

• Gutter guards: Gutter guards make cleaning your gutters easier because they block debris from entering the gutter system to begin with. This also helps to prevent backups in the gutters, which can help avoid leaks and water damage. On average, gutter guards cost about $1,500, though this can depend on the type of gutter guard you choose.

Installing Gutters Yourself vs. Hiring a Pro

While you can save up to $75 per hour in labor costs by installing gutters yourself, this job is better left to the pros due to the inherent danger of working on the roof or from a ladder. 

For replacement gutters, you can also expect to spend between $1 and $2 per linear foot to remove the existing system and between $150 and $350 to cover the cost of debris disposal. However, a DIY solution will still include disposal costs, and removing existing gutters can be even more perilous than installing new ones. 

To achieve the best protection for your home, your new gutters must slope correctly and have the capacity to handle the maximum water flow in your location. A local gutter professional should handle these calculations to avoid the costly damage that incorrect gutter installation can cause. 

Additionally, only gutter professionals can create and install seamless gutter systems, if you choose that style.

Replacing vs. Repairing Gutters

Gutter repair costs are roughly in line with new gutter installation costs on a linear foot basis. Depending on the extent of the damage and the number of linear feet involved, repairing a damaged gutter section is significantly less expensive than replacing the entire system.

However, there are situations that will require replacing your gutters rather than repairing them. Those situations often include sagging gutters where the facia that supports the system has damage due to water penetration. Additionally, widespread gutter damage can also warrant replacing the system instead of patching it up. 

Gutters have a useful lifespan of roughly 20 to 50 years. However, most gutter lifetimes fall on the shorter end of that scale. If your gutters are over 20 years old, there's a good chance that replacing them will be more cost-effective in the long run than putting money towards multiple repairs. 

Ways to Save Money on Gutter Installation Projects

Your gutter replacement costs depend on multiple factors, several of which, such as sizing and length, are mostly out of your control. While we don't recommend going the DIY route to save money for safety reasons, there are some things you can do to help manage the overall price of the project.

• You can choose a less costly material for your gutter replacements than are currently on your home. While the less expensive gutter material may represent a shorter lifespan, if you don't plan to be in the same house for a long time, the strategy could be effective.

• Properly maintain your new gutter system by keeping it clean and unclogged. While this approach doesn't save money upfront, it can significantly reduce the cost of repairs down the road, and doing so will better help protect your home from costly water damage. 

• Seek out gutter installation deals. Gutter installation companies often offer reduced prices as promotions in various locations or regions. 

• Consider performing your gutter replacement project during an off-peak season, such as late fall or early spring, when demand and prices can be lower. 

Do New Gutters Increase Home Value?

Gutters alone don't typically have a straightforward return on investment (ROI) when it comes to selling your home compared to other home updates, like kitchen renovations. But installing new gutters can prevent damage, protect your landscape, and potentially boost your curb appeal.

Additionally, if your home needs gutters and doesn't have them when it comes time to sell, their absence can be a turn-off for potential buyers. A lack of a gutter system can raise questions regarding the condition of the home's foundation, and a buyer who knows they must spend money installing a gutter system may look elsewhere.

How Angi Gets Its Cost Data

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