Short on time but still take home maintenance seriously? You’ve probably contracted a gutter cleaning professional to maintain your home’s premier drainage system to avoid all the costly repairs if they remain unkempt. Each time the bill comes, you may find yourself wondering if you’re overpaying…
Put your wallet away for a minute, grab your reading glasses, and let’s find out.
Before breaking down the costs, there are a few factors that go into cost calculation for gutter cleaning – just like gutter installation, it may depend on the total number of linear feet, whether your home is single-story or has multiple floors, how accessible the gutters are (consider sloping ground underneath or plenty of foliage blocking the way), and how well they’ve been maintained thus far.
Average Cost of Gutter Cleaning in Large Cities in Each US State
Compare your rates to the following 2022 average cost – depending on many different factors.
Note: Homeowners in more rural areas may enjoy a cost that is a bit lower than these large city averages.
Alabama: $164
Alaska: $240
Arizona: $171
Arkansas: $170
California: $197
Colorado: $188
Connecticut: $207
Delaware: $189
Florida: $162
Georgia: $177
Hawaii: $280
Idaho: $180
Illinois: $210
Indiana: $189
Iowa: $165
Kansas: $173
Kentucky: $176
Louisiana: $174
Maine: $173
Maryland: $193
Massachusetts: $221
Michigan: $190
Minnesota: $204
Mississippi: $150
Missouri: $179
Nebraska: $163
Nevada: $195
New Hampshire: $179
New Jersey: $221
New Mexico: $170
New York: $202
North Carolina: $166
North Dakota: $192
Ohio: $188
Oklahoma: $156
Oregon: $205
Pennsylvania: $187
Rhode Island: $193
South Carolina: $167
South Dakota: $183
Tennessee: $178
Texas: $161
Utah: $175
Vermont: $182
Virginia: $161
Washington: $204
West Virginia: $182
Wisconsin: $181
Wyoming: $190
Cost of Gutter Guards
Homeowners across the nation tend to look to gutter guards as a one-time cost to cure their need for continual gutter cleaning and maintenance but the installation of gutter guards does not prevent all types of clogs.
The national average for the purchase of gutter guards and the labor required to install them is a range from $288 to $1112 – depending on various aspects.
Sure, these mesh guards installed over your existing gutter system keep large debris like leaves and branches from collecting in the gutter well, but it still allows dirt, dust, seeds, and other small junk – which is usually the culprit of many gutter failures.
The difference is that when your gutters clog WITH gutter guards installed, it’s more challenging (and costly) to have them cleaned by a professional and a massive time stealer to remove all the guards and clean them yourself.
Cost of Do-It-Yourself Gutter Cleaning
Ready to grab the gardening gloves, bucket, and ladder, and get your hands dirty cleaning out your own gutters? Even though you’re not paying a pro, there is still a cost.
Gutter cleaning experts also inspect your gutter system for any damage, loose downspouts, and buildup on the inside of your system. If a problem is found, consider whether you are knowledgeable and skilled to fix the damaged sections yourself.
Depending on the height of your home, you may need to purchase an adequate ladder, safety gear, cleaning supplies, and a longer hose with a strong nozzle.
Other costs to consider are personal – your time and your safety. If you are not well-versed in maintaining gutters safely or would prefer to spend your free time over the weekends with the ones you love, you may want to consider a professional gutter cleaning crew who specializes in gutter installation to make any repairs necessary all in one visit.
