How Much to Charge for Gutter Cleaning (2026 Pricing Guide)
Gutter cleaning is steady, seasonal, and easy to bundle with pressure washing or window cleaning — but it’s also a trade where pros routinely undercharge for risky, ladder-heavy work. The price isn’t really about the gutters; it’s about height, access, and how clogged things are. Here’s what to charge in 2026 and how to quote it without lowballing your own time.
How gutter cleaning is usually priced
Two methods dominate, and most pros use a blend:
- By linear foot — roughly $0.80–$2.00 per linear foot of gutter, adjusted for height. The average single-story home has about 150–200 linear feet of gutter.
- By home size and stories — a flat price banded by square footage and number of floors. This is what most customers want to hear, and it’s faster to quote.
The cleanest approach: estimate by linear foot to make sure the job clears your costs, then present a flat, banded price the customer can say yes to immediately.
Gutter cleaning prices by home size (2026)
| Home | Single story | Two story |
|---|---|---|
| Small (under 1,500 sq ft) | $75 – $125 | $125 – $175 |
| Medium (1,500–2,500 sq ft) | $100 – $175 | $150 – $250 |
| Large (2,500–3,500 sq ft) | $150 – $250 | $225 – $375 |
| Extra large (3,500+ sq ft) | $225 – $350 | $325 – $500+ |
What raises the price
- Stories and roof pitch — the higher and steeper, the more time and safety gear, and the more you charge.
- Heavy clogs and debris weight — a year of packed, wet leaves and shingle grit takes far longer than a light seasonal clear. Ask when it was last done.
- Bagging and haul-away — if the customer wants debris bagged and removed instead of left in a flower bed, that’s an add-on.
- Gutter guards — guards that have to be removed and reinstalled add real time. Price accordingly.
- Access — landscaping, fences, sunrooms, and tight side yards that block ladder placement slow everything down.
Set a job minimum (and stick to it)
Driving out, setting up ladders, and tearing down costs the same on a small bungalow as on a big two-story. A $95–$125 minimum keeps the small jobs from quietly costing you money. If a tiny single-story comes in under your minimum on the linear-foot math, the minimum is the price — not a reason to discount.
Add-ons worth selling on-site
You’re already there with the ladder up. A few natural upsells raise the ticket and genuinely help the customer:
- Downspout flush — clearing and flushing downspouts to confirm flow ($10–$40 per spout or bundled).
- Gutter guard installation — the highest-value add-on; offer it after pulling out a season of debris.
- Minor repairs — resealing a leaking seam or re-securing a loose bracket.
- Recurring service — a spring + fall plan. Two visits a year, booked once, is the easiest sale you’ll make all day.
FAQ
What is the average cost of gutter cleaning?
For a typical single-story home, most jobs land between $100 and $175; two-story homes commonly run $150 to $300. The national “average” hovers around $150, but height, debris load, and home size move it a lot.
Should I charge by linear foot or a flat rate?
Estimate by linear foot ($0.80–$2.00/ft adjusted for height) so the job clears your costs, then quote the customer a flat price by home size. Customers strongly prefer one number, and flat pricing lets you keep the time savings on easy jobs.
How much more should I charge for a two-story home?
Plan on 1.5× to 2× the single-story price. The extra isn’t for more gutter — it’s for the added time, taller equipment, and real fall risk that comes with working at height.
How long does a gutter cleaning take?
A clean single-story home often takes 45–90 minutes; a large or heavily clogged two-story can run 2–4 hours. Time — not gutter footage — is what you’re really selling, so price the jobs that eat time accordingly.
Should I offer recurring gutter cleaning?
Absolutely. A spring-and-fall plan turns a one-time customer into predictable, twice-a-year revenue and locks you in before competitors call. It also smooths your schedule — you can pre-book the slow shoulder weeks months in advance.
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