Replacing the gutters on a typical house costs a few hundred to about $5,000, depending on whose survey you read. HomeAdvisor's customers report paying $629 to $1,736, about $1,182 on average. HomeGuide puts an average home at $2,200 to $5,000, and Modernize puts a typical replacement at $2,800 to $5,200, about $4,000. Per linear foot installed, HomeAdvisor gives $4 to $40 across all materials. Your own price comes down to how many feet of gutter you have, the material, the height of the house, and what has to be fixed or hauled away first.
Three national figures, side by side
| Source | Whole house | Per linear foot, installed | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|
| HomeAdvisor, updated June 20, 2026 | $629 – $1,736; $1,182 average | $4 – $40 | What its customers reported paying |
| HomeGuide, October 28, 2025 | $2,200 – $5,000 for an average home | $12 – $25 | Its own cost database and research, single-story homes |
| Modernize, updated September 23, 2026 | $2,800 – $5,200 to replace; about $4,000 typical | $6 – $12 for aluminum | Mid-range materials such as aluminum, removal of the old gutters included |
The gap is wide. A customer survey averages every job reported, including short runs and partial systems; the other two price a full replacement on a whole house. Treat the HomeAdvisor figure as the low end of what people pay and the other two as a guide to a complete job, then compare your own estimates by the foot.
Modernize also notes that replacing costs more than a first install on a house with no gutters ($2,000 to $5,500), because the old system has to come down and be disposed of.
Cost by material
Prices are per linear foot, installed.
| Material | HomeAdvisor | HomeGuide | Modernize | HomeGuide, 200 feet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $3 – $7 | $8 – $12 | $5 – $10 | $1,000 – $2,000 |
| Aluminum | $3 – $15 | $10 – $20 | $6 – $12 | $2,000 – $4,000 |
| Steel | $5 – $20 (galvanized) | $10 – $35 | $9 – $18 | $2,000 – $7,000 |
| Copper | $15 – $40 | $25 – $40 | $20 – $40+ | $5,000 – $8,000 |
| Zinc | $15 – $30 | $35 – $45 | not listed | $7,000 – $9,000 |
A few differences between them matter more than the price:
- Vinyl is the cheapest to buy. HomeAdvisor says it is prone to leaks and comes only in sections, and HomeGuide says it can turn brittle in extreme cold and fade in strong sun.
- Aluminum sits in the middle on price, resists rust and comes in many colors, HomeGuide says; HomeAdvisor adds that it dents and scratches.
- Galvanized steel is stronger and heavier, and harder to install, according to HomeAdvisor.
- Copper and zinc cost several times as much and last the longest: HomeAdvisor gives copper 50 to 100 years and zinc 80 years or more.
For how long each material lasts, and whether seamless runs are worth the extra few dollars a foot, see seamless vs sectional gutters. HomeGuide puts that premium at $3 to $5 or more per linear foot.
Cost by house size
Most homes have 100 to 200 linear feet of gutter, HomeGuide says, or about a tenth of the home's square footage. Modernize gives a wider range of 150 to 250 feet. The two guides price whole houses this way:
| Home size | Gutter length (HomeGuide) | HomeGuide, single story | Modernize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,000 sq ft | 130 feet | $1,600 – $3,300 | $1,500 – $3,000 |
| 1,500 sq ft | 150 feet | $1,800 – $3,800 | $2,500 – $4,200 |
| 2,000 sq ft | 180 feet | $2,200 – $4,500 | $3,000 – $5,200 |
| 2,500 sq ft | 200 feet | $2,400 – $5,000 | not given |
| 3,000 sq ft | 220 feet | $2,600 – $5,500 | $4,500 – $8,000+ |
HomeGuide's figures assume a single-story home with a fairly simple roofline. To measure your own, add up the length of every eave that carries a gutter; a contractor's measurement will be the number your estimate uses.
An example. A house with 150 feet of aluminum gutter at HomeGuide's $10 to $20 a foot comes to $1,500 to $3,000 before extras. Removing the old gutters at HomeAdvisor's $1 to $2 a foot adds $150 to $300. That arithmetic is ours, and it leaves out downspouts, height and any fascia repair, which the next section covers.
Downspouts, removal, fascia and other extras
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Removing the old gutters | $1 – $2 per linear foot, or $150 – $350 for disposal if not included | HomeAdvisor |
| Removing the old gutters | $50 – $200 for the job | HomeGuide |
| New downspouts | $30 – $75 each, installed | HomeGuide |
| Replacing downspouts, by material | $30 – $60 each for vinyl, $40 – $75 aluminum, $60 – $180 steel, $150 – $525 copper, for a 10- to 15-foot downspout | HomeGuide |
| Splash blocks or extensions | $10 – $50 per downspout | HomeGuide |
| Two-story home | adds $1 – $3 or more per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Fascia board replacement | $5 – $12 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Fascia and soffit together | $9 – $34 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Custom color or painting | $1 – $4 or more per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Permit, where required | $50 – $200 | HomeGuide |
HomeAdvisor counts downspouts as part of a gutter replacement, so check whether an estimate lists them separately. HomeGuide says most homes have 4 to 5 downspouts, each 10 to 15 feet long.
Fascia comes first. The gutters hang on the fascia board, and HomeGuide says rotten fascia has to be repaired before new gutters go up, because it cannot hold them. Ask for a price per foot of fascia in writing, so rot found when the old gutters come down has a known cost. Our soffit and fascia repair cost guide covers the signs and prices.
HomeGuide also says hard-to-reach rooflines and complex roofs can add 10% to 30% to installation, and limited access for equipment 15% to 25%.
Repair or replace
A small problem on a sound system is a repair. These are the national figures for common repairs:
| Repair | HomeGuide | HomeAdvisor |
|---|---|---|
| Typical gutter repair | $100 – $450; $275 average | $194 – $643; $400 average |
| Re-pitching a gutter | $75 – $200 | not given |
| Fixing a sagging gutter | $75 – $300 | not given |
| Sealing a leak | $100 – $225 | not given |
| Replacing a damaged section | $75 – $170 for 10 feet, up to $300 – $850 for 50 feet | not given |
| Repair, one-story home | $100 – $300 | $170 average |
| Repair, two-story home | $135 – $450 | $330 average |
HomeGuide says sectional gutters cost less to repair than seamless ones, because a single section can be swapped, while a damaged seamless run may have to be replaced whole. HomeAdvisor says the same, and prices seamless repairs slightly higher.
Replacement usually makes more sense when:
- Problems are everywhere, not in one spot. HomeAdvisor lists sagging, rust, persistent clogs, cracks and splits, pooling water and water damage as signs that repairs have become temporary.
- The gutters are old. HomeGuide says replacement is often more cost-effective than patching once gutters pass 20 years, or when several problems show up at once.
- Water is reaching the house. HomeGuide lists stains on the siding below the gutters, peeling paint below the roofline, and foundation cracks or a wet basement.
- The color or profile can't be matched. HomeGuide notes that a new section can be hard to match on older, faded gutters.
If the gutters only look tired and work well, HomeGuide puts painting them at $100 to $900, or $1 to $4 a foot.
Replacing gutters with a new roof
If your roof is also near the end of its life, do the roof first or both together. A new roof puts new drip edge along the eaves, right above the gutters, and the fascia behind them is often repaired during tear-off. Our guide to new gutters with a new roof covers when to replace them together and when to keep the gutters you have, and drip edge vs gutter apron explains the flashing that sends roof water into the gutter.
Storm damage and insurance
HomeGuide says homeowners insurance typically pays for gutter replacement only when the damage comes from a covered event such as a storm, fire or a falling tree, and not for wear, age or poor upkeep. HomeAdvisor gives the same distinction. Your policy and its deductible decide what is paid; this is general information, not insurance advice. If a storm damaged the gutters, the roof above them may be damaged too: see storm damage to a roof and how a roof insurance claim works.
What to put in the estimate
- The measured length of gutter, and the price per linear foot.
- Material and thickness, size (5-inch or 6-inch), style (K-style or half-round), and seamless or sectional.
- The number, size and material of downspouts, and where each one discharges.
- Removal and disposal of the old gutters.
- A price per foot for any fascia or soffit repair.
- Hangers: what kind, and how far apart.
- Guards, if you want them, as a separate line. Our guide to what gutter guards cost covers the types.
- The warranties. HomeAdvisor notes that most new gutters carry a manufacturer's warranty on the material and a contractor's warranty on the work, and that terms vary.
Check the contractor as well as the estimate: our guide to what to check before you hire a contractor covers licenses, insurance and references.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace gutters per foot?
HomeAdvisor gives $4 to $40 per linear foot installed across all materials, and HomeGuide $12 to $25. Vinyl and aluminum sit at the low end; copper and zinc at the top.
How long does gutter replacement take?
HomeGuide says most installations take one to two days on an average home, four to six hours on a simple single-story home, and up to three days on a large or complex one.
Can I replace just one section of gutter?
Usually, on a sectional system. HomeGuide puts a 10-foot section at $75 to $170. Matching the color and profile of old gutters can be hard, and a damaged seamless run may need replacing whole.
Do new gutters add value to a home?
HomeGuide says you won't recover the full cost, though working gutters protect the foundation, siding and landscaping. HomeAdvisor says gutters in poor condition can lower a home's value because of the risk of water damage.
How long do gutters last?
It depends on the material. HomeAdvisor puts gutters in general at 20 to 50 years with good installation and upkeep. HomeGuide gives vinyl 10 to 20 years, aluminum 20 to 30, steel 20 to 50, copper 50 to 100 and zinc 30 to 80 or more.
How we got these numbers
HomeAnvil does not yet publish price data of its own. Every figure on this page comes from a published national source, read on September 27, 2026. These are companies that publish cost guides from their own surveys and research; their ranges differ, so we show them side by side. The price range at the top of the page runs from the lowest to the highest typical whole-house figure among the three; the example and that range are our arithmetic.
- HomeAdvisor, gutter replacement cost, updated June 20, 2026: whole-house and per-foot costs, prices by material, removal, add-ons, repair or replace, lifespan. HomeAdvisor says its figures come from a survey of more than 30,000 customers.
- HomeAdvisor, gutter repair cost, updated June 17, 2026: repair costs, repairs by home height, seamless and seamed repairs, warranties and insurance.
- HomeGuide, gutter installation cost, October 28, 2025: whole-house costs by home size, prices and lifespans by material, height, access, fascia, downspouts, removal, permits, time and insurance.
- HomeGuide, gutter repair cost, November 7, 2025: repair costs by type, section and height, downspouts by material, seamless and sectional repair, painting.
- Modernize, gutter installation cost calculator, updated September 23, 2026: replacement and first-install totals, prices by material, costs by home size and gutter length.
We will update this page when these sources publish new figures, and the date above will say when.
Related guides
Should you replace gutters with a new roof?Often, if they are old or sagging. New gutters cost about $3 to $45 a linear foot by material, and guards $6 to $45. Sizing, fascia, and when to keep yours.
Seamless vs sectional gutters: which should you get?Seamless gutters cost about $6 to $50 a linear foot installed, sectional about $3 to $35. Fewer joints means fewer leaks. Materials, sizes and what to ask.
How much does soffit and fascia repair cost?Soffit and fascia repair typically costs $1,050 to $3,300, or $6 to $20 a linear foot. Signs of rot and pests, costs by material, and doing it with a new roof.
How much do gutter guards cost, and are they worth it?Gutter guards cost about $653 to $2,459 installed, or $6 to $13 a foot; professional systems run $3,000 to $9,000. Types, cleaning costs and payback.
Drip edge vs gutter apron: what's the difference?Drip edge is required at shingle eaves and rakes by the model code; a gutter apron reaches into the gutter. About $1.50 to $3 a foot during a reroof.
Storm damage to your roof: how to tell and what to doWind damage usually starts at a roof's edges. How to spot lifted, creased and missing shingles and debris damage, and what to do in the first 72 hours.