How much does gutter cleaning cost per linear foot?

Gutter cleaning is commonly priced at $0.80 to $2.50 per linear foot. Single-story homes sit at the low end ($0.80 to $1.50/ft) because the work is fast and ladder-friendly, while two- and three-story homes run $1.50 to $2.50 per foot for the added height, safety setup, and time. An average home has roughly 150 to 200 linear feet of gutter, which is why a typical job lands between $120 and $250.

Does a two-story house cost more to clean than a single-story?

Yes, noticeably. Height is the single biggest driver of gutter cleaning cost. A single-story home of about 1,500 sq ft typically runs $100 to $180, while the same footprint on two stories runs $150 to $250 and a three-story home can reach $250 to $425. The extra cost covers taller ladders or scaffolding, more setup and repositioning, and the higher risk premium that comes with working at height.

How often should gutters be cleaned?

Most homes should have gutters cleaned twice a year - once in late spring and once in late fall after the leaves drop. Homes surrounded by mature trees, pine needles, or heavy seasonal debris often need quarterly service, while a home with few overhanging trees may be fine with one annual cleaning. Booking a recurring twice-a-year or quarterly plan usually lowers the per-visit price because each cleaning is lighter and the route is predictable.

Are gutter guards worth it?

Gutter guards reduce how often gutters clog and can cut routine cleaning frequency, but they are not maintenance-free - fine debris and shingle grit still get through, so guarded gutters still need periodic checks. Professional installation typically runs $5 to $12 per linear foot, or roughly $900 to $2,000+ on an average home, on top of any cleaning. They make the most sense on tall, hard-to-reach roofs or properties with heavy tree cover where repeat ladder work is costly.

Should I clean my own gutters or hire a pro?

DIY gutter cleaning costs only your time plus a sturdy ladder and a scoop, and it is reasonable on a one-story home with easy access. The trade-off is safety: falls from ladders are a leading cause of home-improvement injuries, and the risk climbs sharply on two- and three-story homes and steep roofs. Hiring a pro for $120 to $250 buys the right equipment, insurance, and a debris-free downspout flush - which is usually the smart call once you are above single-story height.

What is included in a professional gutter cleaning?

A standard gutter cleaning includes removing leaves and debris from the gutter troughs by hand or scoop, bagging or hauling the debris, and flushing the gutters and downspouts so water runs freely. Many pros will also check for sagging sections, loose fasteners, and clogs in the downspouts. Add-ons such as unclogging a blocked downspout, minor gutter repair, gutter guard installation, or cleaning a detached garage are usually quoted on top of the base price.

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One-level home - gutters are ladder-friendly and quick to reach, so the rate per foot is at its lowest.

Home size1,500 sq ft

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Single-story · 1,500 sq ft · One-time

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A transparent ballpark using typical local ranges - not a quote. Your real price depends on your own rates, region, and the job in front of you.

What drives the price

What goes into the cost of gutter cleaning

Gutter cleaning is not priced like an interior job. The big levers are the height of the home, the total length of gutter, and how clogged it is - and most pros quote either a flat per-job number or a rate per linear foot once they have walked the property.

Height is the single biggest driver. A single-story home is ladder-friendly and fast, so it sits at the low end - roughly $1 to $2 / ft. Add a second or third story and the rate climbs to $2 to $3 / ft because the job needs taller ladders or scaffolding, more setup and repositioning, and carries a real safety premium for working at height.

Linear footage sets the scale: an average home has about 150 to 200 feet of gutter, which is why a typical visit lands between $120 and $250. On top of that, debris and tree cover, roof pitch, and extras like unclogging a downspout, minor repair, or installing guards all add labor. The calculator above stacks stories, size, frequency, and add-ons so the range you see reflects the actual job, not a flat guess.

Gutter cleaning price list

Gutter cleaning cost by stories

Typical local ranges for a professional gutter cleaning by home height. Treat them as a starting point - linear footage, debris load, roof pitch, and your local market all move the final number.

Home height
Home height	Typical range
Single-story home~1,500 sq ft, accessible gutters	$100 – $180
Two-story home~1,500 sq ft-2,500 sq ft, height premium	$150 – $250
Three-story / steep accessTallest, most equipment and setup	$250 – $425
National average visitTypical home, any height	$120 – $230

Source: 2026 averages - Angi, HomeGuide, Thumbtack, Fixr

Pricing tip for cleaners

Height is where the money is. A two-story job is not twice the work of a one-story job, but it carries a real safety and setup premium - price it that way. Walk the property before you quote: a steep roof, packed pine needles, or a detached garage can turn a $150 job into a $300 one, and you want that in the number before you commit.

By the foot

Gutter cleaning cost per linear foot

Many pros quote by the linear foot once the scope is clear. The rate climbs with height because the work gets slower and riskier the higher the gutters sit.

Home height
Home height	Per linear foot
Single-storyLadder-friendly, fastest to clean	$1 – $2 / ft
Two-storyTaller ladders and more setup	$2 – $2 / ft
Three-story / steepScaffolding or specialty access	$2 – $3 / ft
Average home footageMost single-family homes	150 - 200 ft

Source: 2026 averages - Angi, HomeGuide, Thumbtack, Fixr

By size

Gutter cleaning cost by home size

Per-visit ranges scaled to home size and the linear footage that comes with it. A bigger footprint means more gutter to clear and more downspouts to flush.

Home size
Home size	Typical range
Small home (under 1,000 sq ft)~100-130 linear feet	$90 – $150
Average home (~1,500 sq ft)~150-180 linear feet	$120 – $200
Large home (~2,500 sq ft)~200-250 linear feet	$160 – $300
Very large home (3,500+ sq ft)300+ linear feet	$250 – $500

Source: 2026 averages - Angi, HomeGuide, Thumbtack, Fixr

By region

Gutter cleaning prices by region

Local labor rates, tree cover, and housing stock move gutter cleaning prices across the country. These are typical 2026 ranges for an average home.

Region
Region	Typical range
Midwest / SouthLower labor rates	$100 – $200
Mountain West / SouthwestNear national average	$120 – $220
Pacific NorthwestHeavy tree cover, frequent service	$140 – $250
NortheastOlder, taller homes	$150 – $275
West Coast metrosHighest labor and access costs	$160 – $300

Source: 2026 averages - Angi, HomeGuide, Thumbtack, Fixr

What moves the number

What affects gutter cleaning cost

Two homes of the same size can be quoted very differently. These are the factors a pro weighs before putting a price on the job.

Stories and height - a two- or three-story home needs taller ladders or scaffolding, more setup, and a safety premium over a single-story job
Linear footage - the total length of gutter sets the scale; an average home runs 150 to 200 feet at $1 to $3 per foot
Roof pitch - a steep roof slows the work and limits where ladders can be set safely, which adds time and cost
Debris and tree cover - homes under mature trees or pines pack with debris and take longer to clear and bag
Gutter guards - removing and reseating guards to clean underneath adds labor, while installing new guards is a separate cost
Repairs - unclogging downspouts, resealing seams, or refastening sagging sections are billed on top of the base cleaning
Access - a detached garage, second building, or hard-to-reach back run all add footage and time to the job

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