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Gutter Cleaning Cost

Gutter cleaning is priced per linear foot, and the rate climbs with every additional story because of the ladder work or lift equipment involved. A single-story home with 150 feet of gutter runs $165 to $265. The same footage on a two-story home runs $210 to $345.

The short answer

Gutter cleaning cost by story, 150 linear feet

Home heightCost
Single story$165 to $265
Two story$210 to $345
Three story or more$270 to $450
$1.10 to $3.00
Per linear foot, single story up to three-plus story
$90 to $125
Typical minimum job fee for a small home
+50%
Heavy, clogged, or years-overdue gutters over routine buildup
+$50 to $100
Flushing and clearing the downspouts
Cost factors

What changes the price

Linear feet
The main driver. Measured around the whole perimeter the gutters actually cover, not just the front of the house.
Stories
A two-story home costs more per linear foot than a single story, and three-plus stories cost more again, all because of ladder work or lift equipment.
Debris level
Gutters that have not been touched in a couple of years, packed with leaves and sediment, cost about 50% more than a routine seasonal cleaning.
Steep roof pitch
A steep pitch needs a harness or roof anchors for safe access, adding about 22% to the job.
Gutter guards
If guards are already installed, they need to be removed and reinstalled around the cleaning, adding $50 to $150.
Downspouts
Flushing and clearing the downspouts themselves, not just the gutter troughs, is usually a separate add, $50 to $100.
Frequently asked

Questions people ask before booking

How much does gutter cleaning cost?

For a typical single-story home with 150 linear feet of gutter, gutter cleaning runs $165 to $265. A two-story home with the same footage runs $210 to $345. Enter your actual linear footage and story count in the calculator above.

How often should gutters be cleaned?

Twice a year is the common recommendation for most homes, once in late spring after seed and pollen drop and once in late fall after leaves come down. Homes surrounded by trees often need a third cleaning mid-season to stay ahead of clogs.

Do gutter guards mean I never have to clean my gutters?

No. Guards cut down on how often you need cleaning and keep out larger debris like leaves, but fine grit, seeds, and shingle sediment still get through over time, and the guards themselves need periodic removal and reinstallation to clean underneath them properly.

Is there a minimum charge for gutter cleaning?

Most companies have a minimum job fee of $90 to $125, mainly to cover drive time and setup. A small single-story home with a short gutter run often lands close to that minimum.

Does a steep roof cost more to clean gutters on?

Yes, about 22% more. A steep pitch requires a harness or roof anchors for the crew to work safely, which adds equipment and time to the job beyond what a standard-pitch roof needs.

Measure your actual gutter run, or estimate it from your home's perimeter, and run it through the calculator above with the right story count. Clogged gutters left too long cause their own water damage, so this is not a job worth stretching too far past twice a year.

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