Gutter cleaning costs $100 to $360 per visit in 2026
Gutter cleaning costs $100 to $360 per visit in 2026. Angi lists an average of $168 and a typical range of $119 to $234. Bob Vila lists an average of $163. HomeGuide lists $100 to $250. This Old House lists a higher average of $360. The height of your home, the length of the gutters and how clogged they are move the price. Tall homes cost more.
What price guides say
We checked 4 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| HomeGuide | HomeGuide lists $100 to $250 on average, or $0.50 to $2.50 per linear foot, with $70 to $200 for one story and $130 to $400 for three or more stories. |
| Angi | Angi lists an average of $168 and a typical range of $119 to $234 per visit, or $0.95 to $2.25 per linear foot. |
| Bob Vila | Bob Vila lists a typical range of $119 to $228 with a national average of $163. |
| This Old House | This Old House lists a national average of $360 per appointment and a range of $191 to $529. |
Gutter cleaning price by home height
| Home height | Price per visit | Source |
|---|---|---|
| One story | $70 to $200 | HomeGuide |
| Two stories | $100 to $275 | HomeGuide |
| Three or more stories | $130 to $400 | HomeGuide |
| One story | $145 to $250 | This Old House |
| Two stories | $180 to $360 | This Old House |
| Three stories | $210 to $450 | This Old House |
| Seamless gutters | $120 to $175 | Angi |
| Seamed gutters | $165 to $250 | Angi |
Every number in this table was read on one of the source pages listed at the bottom of this page.
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Home height | Taller homes cost more. HomeGuide lists $70 to $200 for one story and $130 to $400 for three or more stories. |
| Gutter length | Pros often charge by the foot. HomeGuide lists $0.50 to $2.50 per linear foot. |
| Clogs | Very dirty gutters cost 10 to 50% more, say Angi and Bob Vila. Wet leaves and pine needles take longer. |
| Gutter type | Seamed gutters cost more to clean. Angi lists $165 to $250 for seamed and $120 to $175 for seamless. |
| Roof slope and season | Angi says steep roofs add about 15%. Fall and spring are busy, and prices run 10 to 50% higher. |
What the price includes
A normal visit covers removing debris, flushing the gutters, scrubbing algae and a quick check. HomeGuide says minor fastener repairs may be included. Extras cost more. HomeGuide lists $60 to $150 for clogged downspouts, $30 to $80 to remove gutter guards, and $250 to $600 for roof cleaning with gutters. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
DIY or hire a pro
You can clean one story gutters yourself with a ladder, gloves and a hose. It costs little but takes a few hours. The risk is falling. Pros bring safety gear and finish in 30 minutes to 3 hours, says This Old House. Hire a pro for two or more stories, steep roofs, or gutters packed with wet leaves. HomeGuide lists $100 to $275 for a two story home. A pro can also spot damage early, which saves repair costs later.
How to tell you need it
Look for water spilling over the edge during rain. Other signs are plants growing in the gutters, sagging gutters and stains on the siding. You may also see pools of water by the foundation. HomeGuide says most gutters need cleaning 2 to 3 times a year, more if you have many trees. Check after the fall leaves drop and again in spring.
How to judge your quote
- Ask if the price is per visit or per foot.
- Ask if downspouts are flushed.
- Ask if the pro will check for damage.
- Ask for a photo of the job when it is done.
- Compare the total with the range above: $100 to $360 per visit for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Book in the off season. Angi says off peak booking can save 10 to 50%.
- Get three quotes. This Old House says to compare at least three before you hire.
- Clean on a schedule so gutters never get severely clogged, which can add 10 to 50%.
- Think about gutter guards. Angi lists $6 to $8 per linear foot and says they can cut cleaning costs by up to 50%.
- Ask about a yearly contract. This Old House suggests asking for one to lower the price per visit.
Why this costs more in 2026
Trade labor now runs about $75 to $150 an hour in most of the US. Lumber, steel, copper, PVC and concrete all cost more than in 2024, and freight went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Labor rates and ladder insurance costs keep gutter cleaning prices up in 2026, and fall and spring are the busy times.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from HomeGuide, Angi, Bob Vila and This Old House. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does gutter cleaning cost?
It costs $100 to $360 per visit in 2026. Angi lists an average of $168.
How much per foot?
HomeGuide lists $0.50 to $2.50 per linear foot. Angi lists $0.95 to $2.25.
How often should I clean gutters?
HomeGuide says most gutters need cleaning 2 to 3 times a year. Homes with gutter guards need it at least every 2 years.
What costs extra?
HomeGuide lists $60 to $150 for clogged downspouts and $30 to $80 to remove gutter guards. Roof cleaning with gutters runs $250 to $600.
Do gutter guards save money?
Angi says guards cost $6 to $8 per linear foot and can cut cleaning costs by up to 50% over time.