How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost in 2026?
By Michael JohnsonUpdated 10 sources comparedHow we estimate
Most homeowners pay $1,500 to $5,000 to install new gutters, and about $2,900 is a realistic national average for a typical house with 150 to 200 linear feet of seamless aluminum gutters and downspouts. That figure is the rounded mean of five published national averages: HomeAdvisor ($1,171), EcoWatch ($3,000), This Old House ($3,200), Fixr ($3,223) and Modernize (about $4,000). Price is driven mainly by material, total length, the number of stories and whether old gutters have to come off first.
- Typical cost
- $1,500–$5,000
- National average
- $2,900
- Full range
- $600–$11,400
The typical range covers 150–200 linear feet of 5-inch seamless aluminum or steel gutters with downspouts on a one- or two-story home, including removal of old gutters; copper or zinc on a large multi-story house can reach the national high. Prices are per home (about 150–200 linear feet).
Gutter installation cost per linear foot by material
Gutters are priced by the linear foot, installed. The table compiles per-foot prices from several national cost guides. The QuoteRuler range is where those sources overlap for a standard 5-inch K-style system, and the last column applies it to 180 feet, the run HomeGuide uses for a 2,000-square-foot home.
| Material | Installed price per linear foot in sources | QuoteRuler typical (per ft) | About 180 ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl (PVC) | $3–$12 (HomeAdvisor, Fixr, HomeGuide, Modernize) | $4–$10 | $720–$1,800 |
| Aluminum, sectional | $5–$15 (Forbes Home, Fixr, Angi) | $6–$13 | $1,080–$2,340 |
| Aluminum, seamless 5" | $5–$20 (Angi, EcoWatch, HomeGuide) | $9–$20 | $1,620–$3,600 |
| Aluminum, seamless 6" | 5" price plus $1–$5 (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor) | $10–$25 | $1,800–$4,500 |
| Steel (galvanized or stainless) | $5–$35 (HomeAdvisor, Fixr, HomeGuide, Modernize, EcoWatch) | $9–$25 | $1,620–$4,500 |
| Zinc | $12–$45 (Fixr, HomeAdvisor, Forbes Home, HomeGuide) | $16–$40 | $2,880–$7,200 |
| Copper | $15–$40+ (Fixr, HomeAdvisor, HomeGuide, Modernize, EcoWatch) | $20–$40 | $3,600–$7,200 |
The sources disagree for two reasons. First, scope: HomeAdvisor's lower figures ($626–$1,718 per job, average $1,171) come from what its users reported paying, which leans toward smaller and simpler jobs, while HomeGuide ($2,200–$5,000) and Modernize ($2,800–$5,200 for replacements) price a full system on an average home. Second, some guides quote material only. EcoWatch, for example, lists aluminum at $2–$3 per foot for material but $2,754–$4,934 installed for 200 feet. This Old House's Homewyse-based vinyl and aluminum figure of $3–$8 per foot sits at the very bottom of the range, so we treat it as a floor rather than a typical price.
Estimate your cost
Pick your gutter material, choose the approximate length and number of stories, and tick any extra work you need.
Ranges come from the sources listed at the end of this guide. The labor portion is adjusted for your state with BEA price data. Your final price depends on site conditions and local codes.
Sectional vs. seamless gutters
Sectional gutters come in pre-cut lengths joined on site, so every seam is a future leak point. Seamless gutters are roll-formed on site from a coil to fit each run in one piece. Angi prices seamed aluminum at $7–$10 per foot and seamless aluminum at $9–$13; HomeGuide puts the seamless premium at $3–$5 or more per foot. Seamless work requires a contractor with a forming machine (HomeAdvisor cites $6,000–$15,000 for the equipment), which is why it is rarely a DIY option.
5-inch vs. 6-inch gutters
Most houses use 5-inch K-style gutters. Six-inch gutters carry more water and suit large or steep roofs and heavy-rain regions. HomeGuide says 6-inch adds $1–$2 per linear foot, while HomeAdvisor's seamless guide says $3–$5. On 180 feet that is roughly $180 to $900 extra. Larger 3x4-inch downspouts usually pair with 6-inch gutters.
Cost by home size
| Home size | Linear feet (HomeGuide) | HomeGuide total | This Old House total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 sq ft | 130 ft | $1,600–$3,300 | $1,600 (100 ft) |
| 1,500 sq ft | 150 ft | $1,800–$3,800 | $2,400 |
| 2,000 sq ft | 180 ft | $2,200–$4,500 | $3,200 (200 ft) |
| 2,500 sq ft | 200 ft | $2,400–$5,000 | $4,000 (250 ft) |
| 3,000 sq ft | 220 ft | $2,600–$5,500 | not listed |
HomeGuide notes these totals assume single-story homes with simple rooflines. Measure your own eaves rather than relying on floor area, since a ranch house has far more roof edge per square foot than a two-story box.
Labor vs. materials
Labor is a large but not dominant part of a gutter job. Angi says labor runs 20%–50% of the total, or $1.40–$6 per linear foot for aluminum. HomeAdvisor gives 10%–50%, and its seamless guide lists labor at $4–$10 per foot against $4–$9 for aluminum material plus about $3.50 per foot for hangers and fasteners. In EcoWatch's 200-foot aluminum example, $1,200 of labor sits inside a $2,754–$4,934 total, or about 24%–44%.
We use a labor share of 40% for our state adjustments. It reflects aluminum and vinyl jobs, where labor and material are close to even. For copper and zinc, material dominates and the real labor share is lower.
What drives the price up or down
- Material. The biggest factor. Copper or zinc can cost three to four times as much as aluminum for the same run.
- Total length and corners. Every corner, miter and end cap adds parts and labor. EcoWatch notes the number of corners and roof steepness both raise labor.
- Number of stories. Two-story homes add $1–$3 or more per linear foot (HomeGuide), and EcoWatch reports $1–$7 per foot more labor for multi-story work.
- Difficult access. Complex rooflines or steep pitch add 10%–30%, and limited access 15%–25% (HomeGuide).
- Downspouts. Plan on roughly one downspout per 40 feet of gutter (EcoWatch). HomeGuide prices them at $30–$75 each installed; Fixr gives $7.43–$13.51 per linear foot.
- Gutter guards. Professional installation runs about $7–$20 per foot (Modernize, EcoWatch's low end, HomeAdvisor), with HomeGuide's range reaching $15–$45 for premium micro-mesh. Angi puts typical systems at $700–$1,700, and Forbes Home at $800–$2,200.
- Color and finish. Custom colors or painting add $1–$4+ per foot (HomeGuide).
Gutter installation cost by state
Gutter crews are local, so labor rates follow regional wages and living costs. The table below starts from our national range, compiled from the sources listed on this page, and adjusts only the labor portion (40%) using the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for each state.
| State | Typical range | Average | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $1,450–$4,800 | $2,800 | -4.0% |
| Alaska | $1,500–$5,050 | $2,900 | +0.7% |
| Arizona | $1,500–$5,000 | $2,900 | +0.4% |
| Arkansas | $1,400–$4,750 | $2,750 | -5.4% |
| California | $1,600–$5,250 | $3,050 | +5.0% |
| Colorado | $1,500–$5,050 | $2,900 | +0.6% |
| Connecticut | $1,500–$5,050 | $2,950 | +1.5% |
| Delaware | $1,500–$5,000 | $2,900 | -0.3% |
| District of Columbia | $1,550–$5,200 | $3,050 | +4.3% |
| Florida | $1,500–$5,050 | $2,950 | +1.4% |
| Georgia | $1,500–$4,950 | $2,850 | -1.3% |
| Hawaii | $1,550–$5,150 | $3,000 | +3.4% |
| Idaho | $1,450–$4,850 | $2,800 | -3.4% |
| Illinois | $1,500–$5,000 | $2,900 | -0.4% |
| Indiana | $1,450–$4,850 | $2,800 | -3.1% |
| Iowa | $1,450–$4,800 | $2,750 | -4.5% |
| Kansas | $1,450–$4,800 | $2,800 | -4.0% |
| Kentucky | $1,450–$4,800 | $2,800 | -3.8% |
| Louisiana | $1,450–$4,750 | $2,750 | -4.7% |
| Maine | $1,500–$4,950 | $2,850 | -1.2% |
| Maryland | $1,500–$5,100 | $2,950 | +1.6% |
| Massachusetts | $1,550–$5,150 | $3,000 | +3.3% |
| Michigan | $1,450–$4,900 | $2,850 | -2.3% |
| Minnesota | $1,500–$4,950 | $2,900 | -0.6% |
| Mississippi | $1,400–$4,750 | $2,750 | -5.1% |
| Missouri | $1,450–$4,850 | $2,800 | -3.3% |
| Montana | $1,450–$4,800 | $2,800 | -3.9% |
| Nebraska | $1,450–$4,800 | $2,800 | -3.8% |
| Nevada | $1,500–$4,950 | $2,850 | -1.2% |
| New Hampshire | $1,550–$5,100 | $2,950 | +2.1% |
| New Jersey | $1,550–$5,200 | $3,000 | +3.6% |
| New Mexico | $1,450–$4,800 | $2,800 | -3.8% |
| New York | $1,550–$5,150 | $3,000 | +3.0% |
| North Carolina | $1,450–$4,900 | $2,850 | -2.4% |
| North Dakota | $1,450–$4,750 | $2,750 | -4.6% |
| Ohio | $1,450–$4,850 | $2,800 | -3.3% |
| Oklahoma | $1,450–$4,750 | $2,750 | -4.7% |
| Oregon | $1,550–$5,100 | $2,950 | +1.9% |
| Pennsylvania | $1,500–$4,950 | $2,850 | -1.0% |
| Rhode Island | $1,500–$5,050 | $2,900 | +0.6% |
| South Carolina | $1,450–$4,850 | $2,800 | -2.7% |
| South Dakota | $1,450–$4,750 | $2,750 | -4.8% |
| Tennessee | $1,450–$4,850 | $2,800 | -3.0% |
| Texas | $1,500–$4,950 | $2,850 | -1.1% |
| Utah | $1,450–$4,900 | $2,850 | -2.0% |
| Vermont | $1,500–$4,950 | $2,850 | -1.4% |
| Virginia | $1,500–$5,000 | $2,900 | +0.3% |
| Washington | $1,550–$5,150 | $3,000 | +3.4% |
| West Virginia | $1,450–$4,800 | $2,800 | -4.1% |
| Wisconsin | $1,450–$4,850 | $2,800 | -2.8% |
| Wyoming | $1,450–$4,800 | $2,800 | -3.7% |
Use the state figure as a starting point. Prices inside a state can vary as much as prices between states, and spring storm season tends to fill installers' calendars in many regions.
Repair or replace? DIY or hire a pro?
Repair makes sense for a few leaking seams, a loose hanger, a sagging section or a clogged downspout. HomeGuide puts typical gutter repairs at $100–$450. Replace when you see rust-through on steel, multiple failing seams on old sectional gutters, sections pulling away because the fascia behind them is rotten, or water spilling over because the system is undersized for the roof.
DIY: Vinyl and sectional aluminum gutters are sold in pre-cut lengths at home centers, and a careful homeowner can hang them on a single-story house. Seamless gutters require a forming machine, so they are a pro job. Work on two-story homes means long ladders near the roof edge; a professional crew with proper equipment is the safer choice. Also check whether your city requires a permit for exterior work; HomeGuide says permits, where required, add $50–$200.
If the fascia boards are rotten, the gutter work turns into carpentry first. HomeGuide prices fascia board replacement at $5–$12 per linear foot and fascia plus soffit at $9–$34; EcoWatch gives $6–$20 per foot (average $13) for fascia and soffit repair.
How to save money on gutters
- Match material to the house. Seamless aluminum is the value choice for most homes. Copper and zinc make sense mainly for historic or high-end homes where looks justify the cost.
- Pair it with your roof job. If a new roof is coming soon, replace gutters at the same time so the drip edge and gutters are installed together and you pay for one access setup. See our roof replacement cost guide.
- Size correctly. Do not pay for 6-inch gutters unless your roof area, pitch or rainfall calls for them, but do not undersize either; overflow causes the damage gutters are supposed to prevent.
- Get removal and disposal quoted. Some installers include it, others charge $1–$2 per linear foot (HomeAdvisor, Forbes Home) or a flat $50–$200 (HomeGuide).
- Decide on guards up front. Guards cost less installed with new gutters than retrofitted later, but compare a guard system against the cost of periodic cleaning before you commit.
- Collect at least three quotes for the same material, gauge, size and downspout count.
How to compare gutter quotes
A complete quote should list:
- Material, gauge or thickness (for example, .027 or .032 aluminum), profile (K-style or half-round) and size (5 or 6 inches).
- Seamless or sectional, and total linear feet.
- Number, size and placement of downspouts, plus elbows and extensions.
- Hanger type and spacing. Hidden hangers spaced closely hold up better under snow and debris.
- Removal and disposal of old gutters.
- Fascia inspection, and a per-foot price for any rotten fascia found.
- Gutter guards, if included, with the brand and warranty.
- Workmanship warranty, separate from any material warranty.
Red flags: a single lump-sum price with no footage; no mention of downspout count; pressure to buy a premium guard system on the spot; or a quote far below the others that leaves out removal and fascia repair.
Hidden costs people forget
- Fascia and soffit repair behind old gutters: Forbes Home puts full fascia and soffit replacement at $1,300–$5,100.
- Removing old gutters: $1–$2 per foot (HomeAdvisor), $1.31–$2.38 per foot (Fixr) or $80–$300 flat (Angi).
- Splash blocks and extensions: $10–$50 per downspout (HomeGuide).
- Underground drain lines: burying downspouts can run up to $25 per linear foot (Forbes Home).
- Heat tape in ice-dam areas: $1–$6 per linear foot for the product (Bob Vila, 2023 data) or about $5 per foot (Fixr), plus installation.
- Tree trimming to give the crew access: $200–$2,000 (HomeAdvisor).
Poor drainage is expensive in other places too. Water dumped next to the house can end up in the basement or under the slab; our guides to foundation repair cost and water damage restoration cost show what that can lead to. If you are re-siding the house as well, install the siding first and the gutters last; see our siding replacement cost guide.
Bottom line
New gutters typically cost $1,500 to $5,000, and about $2,900 is a fair national midpoint for 150–200 feet of seamless aluminum with downspouts. Vinyl can come in under $2,000, while copper or zinc can pass $7,000 to $11,000 on a large home. Two stories, steep roofs, fascia repairs and gutter guards are the add-ons that move the price most. Get three itemized quotes that state footage, downspout count, removal and fascia repair before you sign.
Frequently asked questions
How much do gutters cost for a 2,000 square foot house?
A 2,000-square-foot home needs roughly 180 to 200 linear feet of gutters. HomeGuide puts that at $2,200–$4,500 for a single-story home, and This Old House gives an average of $3,200. Vinyl comes in lower and copper or zinc much higher; a second story adds about $1–$3 per linear foot.
How much does gutter installation cost per linear foot?
Most installed gutters cost about $4 to $40 per linear foot, depending on material. Vinyl typically runs $4–$10, seamless aluminum $9–$20, steel $9–$25, and zinc or copper $16–$40, based on the ranges published by HomeAdvisor, Fixr, HomeGuide, Angi and others. Removal of old gutters, downspouts and guards are often priced separately.
Why are gutters so expensive?
Gutters are mostly labor and access: crews work on ladders along every roof edge, form seamless runs on site with a machine that costs $6,000–$15,000, and hang, pitch and seal each section. Material choice multiplies the price, since copper and zinc cost three to four times as much as aluminum. Multi-story homes, steep roofs and rotten fascia boards add more.
How long does gutter installation take?
HomeGuide says a simple single-story home can be done in 4 to 6 hours, while an average home takes 1 to 2 days. Seamless gutters are formed on site, so the crew needs room to park and run the forming machine. Fascia repairs or guard installation extend the schedule.
Are seamless gutters worth the extra cost?
For most homes, yes. Seamless aluminum costs about $3–$5 more per linear foot than sectional gutters (HomeGuide), but it removes most of the joints where leaks start. Sectional gutters make sense for DIY installs or small outbuildings where the savings matter more than long-term maintenance.
How much does gutter guard installation cost?
Professionally installed gutter guards usually cost about $7 to $20 per linear foot, according to Modernize and EcoWatch, with premium micro-mesh systems reaching $15–$45 per foot (HomeGuide). For a whole house, Angi puts typical systems at $700–$1,700 and Forbes Home at $800–$2,200.
What are the different types of gutters?
The two main profiles are K-style, the most common on modern homes, and half-round, often used on historic houses. Gutters are also either sectional (pre-cut pieces joined on site) or seamless (formed on site in one piece), and come in vinyl, aluminum, steel, zinc and copper. Five-inch is the standard size; six-inch suits larger or steeper roofs.
Sources
We compared these sources to build the QuoteRuler range. State figures adjust the labor portion (40% of the total) using the BEA Regional Price Parities.
- Gutter Installation Cost — HomeGuide. Used for: Average $12–$25 per linear foot and $2,200–$5,000 per home; vinyl $8–$12, aluminum $10–$20, steel $10–$35, copper $25–$40, wood $25–$45, zinc $35–$45 per linear foot; seamless adds $3–$5+ per foot; 6-inch adds $1–$2 per foot; home-size totals (1,000 sq ft/130 ft $1,600–$3,300 through 3,500 sq ft/240 ft $2,900–$6,000, single-story); two-story adds $1–$3+ per foot; complex roof +10%–30%, limited access +15%–25%; downspouts $30–$75 each; guards $15–$45 per foot; splash blocks/extensions $10–$50; removal $50–$200; painting $1–$4+ per foot; fascia board $5–$12 per foot, fascia and soffit $9–$34 per foot; permits $50–$200; repairs $100–$450; install time 4–6 hours to 1–2 days. Page shows no update date..
- Gutter Installation Cost in 2026: Materials and Type — This Old House. Used for: Updated October 9, 2026 (Homewyse 2026 data). 2,000 sq ft home $600–$5,800, average $3,200; $3–$29 per linear foot, average $16; vinyl and aluminum $3–$8 per foot; totals by home size (1,000 sq ft $1,600; 1,500 sq ft $2,400; 2,000 sq ft $3,200; 2,500 sq ft $4,000)..
- How Much Does Gutter Replacement Cost? — HomeAdvisor (Angi Inc.). Used for: Average $1,171, range $626–$1,718 (page titled 2025; the Google snippet dated June 20, 2026 shows $629–$1,736 and $1,182); $3–$40 per linear foot; aluminum $3–$15, vinyl $3–$7, galvanized steel $5–$20, copper $15–$40, zinc $15–$30; removal $1–$2 per foot; labor 10%–50% of the bill..
- How Much Do Seamless Gutters Cost? — HomeAdvisor (Angi Inc.). Used for: Seamless aluminum $4–$9 per foot material, labor $4–$10 per foot, about $3.50 per foot for fasteners and brackets; 6-inch costs $3–$5 more per foot than 5-inch; guards $7–$10 per foot; forming machine $6,000–$15,000; tree trimming $200–$2,000. Same parent company as Angi, so not counted as an independent source..
- How Much Do Aluminum Gutters Cost? — Angi. Used for: 2026 pricing: aluminum average $2,400, range $900–$3,300; seamed aluminum $7–$10 and seamless $9–$13 per foot; labor 20%–50% of the job or $1.40–$6 per foot; removal $80–$300; guard systems $700–$1,700 (average $1,200) at $5–$9 per foot..
- How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost? — Fixr. Used for: Updated January 31, 2025. National average $3,223, range $2,320–$4,222 (200 ft); vinyl $5–$10, aluminum $7–$13, steel $7–$12, zinc $16–$29, copper $18–$32, wood $17–$31 per foot; downspouts $7.43–$13.51 per foot; removal $1.31–$2.38 per foot; heat tape about $5 per foot..
- Gutter Installation Cost Calculator — Modernize. Used for: Updated September 23, 2026. Replacement average about $4,000, range $2,800–$5,200; new installation $2,000–$5,500; aluminum $6–$12, vinyl $5–$10, steel $9–$18, copper $20–$40+, seamless $8–$28, sectional $3–$20 per foot; guards $7–$20 per foot..
- How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost? — EcoWatch. Used for: National average about $3,000 (about $20 per foot) for a 2,400 sq ft home; range $1,000–$5,000, over $11,000 for copper or large multi-story homes; 200 ft installed totals (vinyl $1,894–$2,614, aluminum $2,754–$4,934 incl. $1,200 labor, steel $3,694–$7,594, zinc $5,892–$8,782, copper $8,092–$11,392); seamless aluminum $5–$20, steel $9–$25, copper $24–$40 per foot; multi-story labor +$1–$7 per foot; one downspout per 40 ft; installed downspouts for six (vinyl $120–$240, aluminum $120–$300, steel $300–$600, zinc $400–$900, copper $600–$1,500); pro guards $7–$35 per foot; fascia/soffit $6–$20 per foot (avg $13). Page shows no explicit update date..
- How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost? — Forbes Home. Used for: Last verified December 1, 2024 (modified April 2025), so used only for supporting figures: $600–$4,100, average about $2,300; aluminum $5–$15 per foot; removal $1–$2 per foot; guards $800–$2,200; fascia and soffit replacement $1,300–$5,100; burying downspouts up to $25 per foot..
- How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost? — Bob Vila. Used for: Older source (updated June 2023, HomeAdvisor May 2023 data), used only for heat tape at $1–$6 per linear foot..
- Regional Price Parities by State, 2023 — U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis. Used for: state cost adjustments.