Thanks to the wet British weather, our home’s exteriors can take quite a hammering. That’s why guttering is essential to help clear rainwater away and keep your home’s walls damp-free.
Read on to search for approved gutter installers in your area and learn what questions to ask.
How to find gutter installers near me
Investing in a professional rain gutter installation could save you a fortune in the future. Let us help you to find the best gutter installers in your area.
Look through our approved tradespeople by searching your postcode in the box below. You’ll be able to see your Checkatrade-approved and highly-rated gutter installers near you.
How much is it to replace gutters on a house (UK)?
Ready to contact some of our Checkatrade-approved specialists? Knowing how much a professional gutter installer will charge in advance is always helpful.
As a guide, a guttering expert typically charges around £30 per hour.
How much does a length of gutter cost?
- Plastic gutters are by far the cheapest. Average gutter prices, including fitting, are £45.00 per metre
- If you want metal guttering, then you’ll pay more. For example, cast iron guttering costs about £130 per metre. Meanwhile, aluminium will cost around £95 per metre
Top tip – Obtaining at least three quotes to compare them like-for-like is always smart. If scaffolding is required, find out if the hire costs are included in the quote.
Questions to ask gutter installers near me
Finding rain gutter installers near you is the first step. Now it’s time to decide who to entrust with the job. You can be confident you’re hiring the best professional by asking the right questions. Here’s our list of suggested questions to help get the ball rolling.
What type of guttering would you recommend installing?
Don’t know your eaves guttering from your parapet guttering? Don’t worry. You’re not alone. There’s a lot to consider with various shapes, sizes, and functions.
If you have a sloping roof, your guttering professional will install eaves guttering. If you have a flat roof, you’ll be looking at installing parapet guttering along the roof. Meanwhile, a valley gutter is recommended when various sloping roofs meet at one point.
What other services can your gutter installation company provide?
Gutters quickly clog up with leaves and other debris. The occasional leaky joint might crop up, too. That’s why it’s a good idea to build a relationship with a gutter installation company providing ongoing gutter services.
We recommend having your guttering checked once a year to avoid any issues building up. It will keep you on top of maintenance, and the investment could save you a fortune in the future.
Read our guide to gutter repair costs and gutter cleaning costs for more information.
Do you have insurance or offer a warranty?
While most professional gutter installers offer warranties on their guttering systems, sometimes this only covers the materials. Check with your tradesperson before you commit to the work for added peace of mind.
Does your work come with a guarantee?
If you hire a gutter installer through Checkatrade, we guarantee their work up to £1,000. Guaranteed for 12 months – Eligibility and T&Cs apply. That means you can rest easy – and if something goes wrong, we’ll help make it right.
To make sure your job is guaranteed, simply book the member through Checkatrade and leave them a review when your job is done. This allows us to register your job, which we can’t do if you contact the member elsewhere.
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Top tip – Maintenance is essential to keep the rainwater in your gutters flowing. It makes sure the gutters remain crack-free and clog-free. For lower-level guttering, there are some simple tools to clear your gutters from the ground without a ladder or a small step ladder. For example, gutter cleaning scrapers on extendable poles.
But for anything higher, you’re looking at, you guessed it – a professional!
Can I install my own gutters?
It might be tempting to get your ladder out and give rain gutter installation a go yourself. But we think this is a job best left to a professional.
Firstly, there are safety hazards to consider. Remember, you are accessing difficult-to-reach places from high up on a ladder. Secondly, you need to be clued up on the type of guttering and fixtures needed. A poor-quality installation could lead to structural damage and water leakage.
How do I find gutter installers near me?
Follow these three simple steps and choose the right gutter installer for the job.
- Use a professional directory
Make life easy for yourself by referring to a professional directory (like Checkatrade!) rather than wading through countless websites online.
We’re so confident in the quality of the trades on Checkatrade that if you book through us, we guarantee their work up to £1,000. Guaranteed for 12 months – Eligibility criteria and T&Cs apply.
- Read online reviews
There’s no better way to check the quality and professionalism of a tradesperson than with a customer review.
At Checkatrade, we check all online reviews to ensure they’re always from real people and that our tradespeople meet our high standards.
- Compare quotes
Getting at least three quotes from qualified professionals is always a smart move. It means you can be certain you’re getting the best tradesperson and price for the job.
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