How much does gutter installation cost?
New gutters cost $900 to $2,800 for an average home, about $1,700. Installed pricing runs $4 to $30 per linear foot: seamless aluminum is the standard at $6 to $13, and copper is the premium tier.
National average
$1,700
Typical low
$900
Typical high
$2,800
Per linear foot
$4 – $30
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Estimated project cost
$720 – $1,620
Most homeowners pay around $1,170
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Cost by material
Installed pricing per linear foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Vinyl | $4 – $9 |
| Seamless aluminum | $6 – $13 |
| Galvanized steel | $9 – $20 |
| Zinc | $15 – $28 |
| Copper | $20 – $40 |
Cost by home size
Roofline length is roughly the perimeter of the home plus gable runs.
| Home | Linear feet | Aluminum | Copper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small ranch | 120 ft | $720 – $1,560 | $2,400 – $4,800 |
| Average home | 180 ft | $1,080 – $2,340 | $3,600 – $7,200 |
| Large two story | 250 ft | $1,500 – $3,250 | $5,000 – $10,000 |
| Very large home | 350 ft | $2,100 – $4,550 | $7,000 – $14,000 |
Gutter guard options
| Guard type | Cost per linear foot | Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|
| Foam inserts | $2 – $4 | Low, degrade in a few years |
| Screen | $3 – $6 | Blocks leaves, not shingle grit |
| Reverse curve | $8 – $18 | Good, struggles in heavy rain |
| Micro-mesh | $10 – $25 | Best all-around |
Where the money goes
A typical project budget, broken down by line item.
- Materials42% · $714
- Labor38% · $646
- Downspouts and hardware12% · $204
- Removal and disposal8% · $136
Cost by region
Labor markets move the number more than any other single factor.
Northeast metro
$1,062 – $3,304
+18% vs. national average
West Coast metro
$1,062 – $3,304
+18% vs. national average
Mountain West
$936 – $2,912
+4% vs. national average
Midwest
$900 – $2,800
At the national average
South & Southeast
$828 – $2,576
-8% vs. national average
Rural nationwide
$810 – $2,520
-10% vs. national average
Common add-ons
Line items that show up on most quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Extra downspout
Each
Gutter guards
Per linear foot
Old gutter removal
Per linear foot
Fascia board repair
Per linear foot
Underground downspout drainage
Per linear foot
Heat cable for ice dams
Per linear foot
DIY vs. hiring a pro
Hire a pro
$900 – $2,800
Do it yourself
$300 – $900
Sectional vinyl or aluminum gutters from a big-box store are a genuine DIY project on a single story. Seamless gutters cannot be DIY — they are roll-formed on site from a truck-mounted machine.
Ways to save
Practical levers that lower the bill without cutting quality.
- Choose seamless aluminum; it costs barely more than sectional and lasts twice as long.
- Add guards only where trees actually overhang — you rarely need them on every run.
- Bundle gutter work with a roof replacement to share ladder and crew setup.
- Get 6-inch gutters only if your roof is large or steep; otherwise 5-inch is fine.
- Clean gutters twice a year yourself and skip premium guard systems entirely.
Questions to ask your contractor
- 01Are these seamless, and what gauge aluminum?
- 02How many downspouts and where do they discharge?
- 03Are hangers screwed into the fascia and at what spacing?
- 04Is removal and disposal of the old gutters included?
- 05Will you inspect and price rotted fascia before starting?
- 06What is the warranty on materials and on leaks at the seams?
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Local labor rates, permits and climate change the number. Pick your city for prices near you.
Gutter Installation cost in Los Angeles, CA
$1,116 – $3,472
Gutter Installation cost in San Diego, CA
$1,062 – $3,304
Gutter Installation cost in San Jose, CA
$1,242 – $3,864
Gutter Installation cost in San Francisco, CA
$1,305 – $4,060
Gutter Installation cost in Oakland, CA
$1,188 – $3,696
Gutter Installation cost in Sacramento, CA
$972 – $3,024
Gutter Installation cost in Fresno, CA
$882 – $2,744
Gutter Installation cost in Long Beach, CA
$1,098 – $3,416
Gutter Installation cost in Anaheim, CA
$1,080 – $3,360
Gutter Installation cost in Santa Ana, CA
$1,071 – $3,332
Gutter Installation cost in Irvine, CA
$1,134 – $3,528
Gutter Installation cost in Riverside, CA
$954 – $2,968
Gutter Installation cost in San Bernardino, CA
$927 – $2,884
Gutter Installation cost in Bakersfield, CA
$873 – $2,716
Gutter Installation cost in Stockton, CA
$918 – $2,856
Gutter Installation cost in Modesto, CA
$900 – $2,800
Gutter Installation cost in Chula Vista, CA
$1,035 – $3,220
Gutter Installation cost in Fremont, CA
$1,215 – $3,780
Gutter Installation cost in Pasadena, CA
$1,152 – $3,584
Gutter Installation cost in Glendale, CA
$1,125 – $3,500
Gutter Installation cost in Santa Clarita, CA
$1,044 – $3,248
Gutter Installation cost in Torrance, CA
$1,107 – $3,444
Gutter Installation cost in Oxnard, CA
$1,026 – $3,192
Gutter Installation cost in San Mateo, CA
$1,260 – $3,920