Short answer: Professional gutter cleaning costs $120 to $250 for a typical single or two-story home, or about $0.80 to $1.50 per linear foot. Three-story homes and homes with guards to lift cost more. Do it yourself only on a single-story home with a stable ladder. Ready for quotes? Compare local pros →
In this guide
Gutter cleaning is the most shopped-around home service there is, and prices vary by a factor of three between companies in the same town. Here is what a fair price looks like and what adds to it.
Gutter cleaning cost by home size
| Home | Gutter length | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-story, 1,500 sq ft | 120 to 160 ft | $90 | $140 | $200 |
| Two-story, 2,000 sq ft | 150 to 200 ft | $120 | $190 | $280 |
| Two-story, 3,000 sq ft | 200 to 280 ft | $170 | $260 | $380 |
| Three-story or steep roof | Any | $250 | $400 | $650 |
| National average | 180 ft | $120 | $180 | $250 |
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What is included
A standard cleaning should include scooping debris from the troughs, flushing every downspout until it runs clear, bagging and removing the debris, and a quick check for loose hangers or leaking seams. If a company does not flush downspouts, you are paying for half a job.
Add-ons that raise the price
- Removing and reinstalling guards: $50 to $150.
- Heavy debris or first cleaning in years: 25 to 50 percent surcharge.
- Minor repairs: re-securing hangers $5 to $10 each, sealing a seam $15 to $40.
- Roof debris removal: $75 to $200.
How often to clean gutters
Twice a year, late spring and late fall, for homes with deciduous trees nearby. Once a year for homes without trees. Homes under pine trees may need three or four cleanings, which is where guards start to pay off.
When to DIY
A single-story home, a stable extension ladder with a standoff, and a helper on the ground: go ahead. A second story, a steep or wet roof, or power lines within reach: pay the $190. Ladder falls are one of the leading causes of home-maintenance injuries, and the math does not favor saving the money.
Frequently asked questions
Most companies charge $0.80 to $1.50 per linear foot for a two-story home, with a minimum of about $100.
For a two-story home, yes. The price is low relative to the risk of a ladder fall and the cost of water damage from a clogged gutter.
Gutter cleaning kits that attach to a hose or leaf blower work for light debris but rarely clear packed leaves or downspout clogs.
What should this cost you?
Answer four questions and get a fair price range for your home.