Typical Gutter Cleaning Costs

• Single-story home: A typical 1,500-square-foot home can cost $65-$225 to clean the gutters.
  
  
• Two-story home: A 2,500-square-foot home with about 200 linear feet of gutters will cost $100-$300 to clean.
  
  
• Hourly: The average cost of gutter cleaning is about $65 per hour.
  
  
• Do-it-yourself: If you enjoy tackling projects or want to see how easy cleaning gutters can be on your own, find out more at HGTV.com and www.DIYnetwork.com.

Low-End Estimate for Gutter Cleaning

High-End Estimate for Gutter Cleaning

What to Expect with Gutter Cleaning

• Materials: Ladder, scooper, gloves, hose, sprayer, trash bag
  
  
• Timing: Typical gutter cleaning takes from about an hour to a few hours for larger jobs. The best times of the year to clean gutters are spring and fall.
  
  
• Mess: Sticks, leaves, and debris can be put in standard yard bags or even a plastic grocery bag. Dirt and gravel will wash out of the downspouts.

Any Extra Costs with Gutter Cleaning?

• Larger jobs can require a second worker, which could add $65-$200 to the cost of the cleaning.
  
  
• Severe clogging: If it's been a long time since your gutters have been cleaned and they're severely clogged, it adds more time to complete the job, which means higher costs.
  
  
• Damaged gutters: If damaged gutters are discovered while they're being cleaned, replacing them can cost $3-$5 per linear foot.
  
  
• Gutter guards: You can install gutter screens and covers to prevent future buildup of leaves and debris. They come in a wide variety of styles and sizes starting at about $1.50 per three-foot section (installation would cost extra).

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