Pricing guide
How Much Does Gutter Cleaning Cost?
Gutter cleaning is priced by home size and number of stories, since height drives the labor and safety setup. Home size and story count drive the figures below, with guards and repairs priced on their own.
Founder, Smarfle · Published June 27, 2026
Average gutter cleaning
$75 to $250
Per cleaning, by home size and stories. Single-story homes are at the low end; multi-story and large homes cost more.
Quick answer
Gutter cleaning typically costs $75 to $250 per visit depending on home size and stories. A single-story home runs about $75 to $150 and a two-story $150 to $250, or roughly $0.50 to $1.50 per linear foot.
Gutter Cleaning price list
| Service | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Single-story home | $75 to $150 |
| Two-story home | $150 to $250 |
| Three-story / large home | $200 to $400 |
| Per linear foot | $0.50 to $1.50 |
| Gutter guard install (per ft) | $5 to $15 |
| Gutter repair | $100 to $300 |
Prices are typical U.S. ranges and vary by region, scope, and condition. Always get a written quote.
Cost by home size
| Home | Stories | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
| Small / single-story | 1 | $75 to $150 |
| Average | 2 | $150 to $250 |
| Large / tall | 3+ | $200 to $400 |
Related gutter services
| Service | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Cleaning (per visit) | $75 to $250 |
| Gutter guards (per ft installed) | $5 to $15 |
| Minor repair / resealing | $100 to $300 |
| Downspout clearing | $50 to $150 |
What affects the cost
Home size and stories
More linear feet of gutter and more stories mean more time and ladder or harness work, which is the main cost driver.
Roof pitch and access
Steep roofs, tall homes, and landscaping that blocks ladder access all add labor and safety setup.
Buildup
Gutters that have not been cleaned in years, or are full of shingle grit and saplings, take longer than a routine cleaning.
Add-ons
Gutter guards, repairs, and downspout clearing are priced on top of a basic cleaning.
What you are actually paying for
The parts of a gutter cleaning quote that never appear as a line item, from the side of the business that has to cover them.
Setting up takes longer than the clearing
On a single-story house, footing and moving a ladder around the perimeter can occupy more of the visit than removing the debris. Almost all of a minimum charge is that setup, which is why a small house is not much cheaper than a medium one and why adding a second service to the same visit is good value.
Twice a year is cheaper per visit because the job is smaller
A gutter cleared six months ago holds loose material that lifts out quickly. One left for three years holds compacted sediment, plant growth and a blocked downspout, and that is a different job with a different time on it. The recurring price reflects the easier work, not a discount.
The debris comes down and then goes away
Several buckets of wet leaf matter and grit have to be bagged, carried down and taken off site, or it ends up on your beds and back in the gutter next season. Hauling is a small line that a very cheap quote sometimes simply leaves out.
Where the money goes
Gutter cleaning is mostly labor: the time and safety setup to reach and clear the gutters. Height is the biggest driver, which is why a two or three-story home costs more than a single-story. Guards and repairs are separate, and many companies discount a recurring (twice-yearly) plan.
Should you DIY or hire a pro?
Single-story gutter cleaning is DIY-able with a sturdy ladder, gloves, and a spotter. Two and three-story homes are best left to a pro: falls from height are among the most common serious home-maintenance injuries, and the time and safety gear are not worth the risk for most homeowners.
How to save on gutter cleaning
- Book twice a year. A cleared gutter is a quick job and a neglected one is a different job at a different price.
- Add it to a window or pressure-washing visit, since most of a minimum charge is the ladder setup.
- Fit guards to cut how often it needs doing at all.
- Keep overhanging branches trimmed to slow the buildup.
- Confirm the debris leaves with them rather than landing in the beds. Hauling is the line a very cheap quote leaves out.
What the federal data shows
There is no federal series for gutter cleaning, and the nearest occupation is general maintenance and repair at a $49,590 median. Height is the variable that matters. A two-story home is not twice the work of a single story, it is a different setup with different ladder and safety requirements.
Run a gutter cleaning business? Here is what to charge
If you run a gutter or exterior-cleaning business, price by stories and linear feet, upsell gutter guards and twice-yearly recurring plans, and carry insurance, this is ladder and height work where a fall claim is catastrophic.
Frequently asked questions
How much does gutter cleaning cost?+
Gutter cleaning typically runs $75 to $250 per visit depending on home size and stories. A single-story home is about $75 to $150 and a two-story $150 to $250, or roughly $0.50 to $1.50 per linear foot.
How often should gutters be cleaned?+
Most homes need cleaning twice a year (spring and fall), more often with many overhanging trees. Many companies offer a discounted recurring plan.
How much do gutter guards cost?+
Gutter guards run about $5 to $15 per linear foot installed. They reduce how often you need cleaning but do not eliminate it entirely.
Is gutter cleaning worth paying for?+
For two-story and taller homes, yes. The cost is modest compared to the risk of a fall, and clogged gutters cause expensive water damage to fascia, foundations, and basements.
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Where these numbers come from
The dollar ranges on this page are our own editorial estimates, not survey data. We build them from the federal wage figures cited below, which set the labor floor for the trade, plus the typical job scopes we see in the field. Materials, permits, access and local demand move every one of them. Treat the ranges as a starting point for a conversation with a contractor, not as a quote.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook: General Maintenance and Repair Workers (May 2025)No federal wage series covers gutter cleaning on its own. General maintenance and repair, at a $49,590 median, is the nearest published occupation.
Last reviewed September 2026.
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