What the calculator estimates
It turns your linear feet, material, gutter guards, downspouts, corners, and labor into a planning cost. Aluminum is the most common choice, vinyl is the cheapest, and copper or zinc sit at the top.
Estimate gutters before you call a contractor
Enter your linear feet of gutter, pick a material, and add gutter guards, downspouts, and corners. The calculator works out material, guards, downspouts, and labor cost. Prices vary by material, house height, region, and installer, so use this as a planning estimate and confirm with your contractor.
HouseSingle story
MaterialAluminum
Downspouts0
Size and layout
Measure the total roof edge that needs gutters. Count downspouts and corners from your house plan.
Material, guards, and cost
Prices are editable defaults per linear foot, per downspout, and per corner.
How gutters are priced
Seamless gutters are sold and installed by the linear foot. Material, house height, gutter size, guards, downspouts, corners, removal of old gutters, and local labor all change the per-foot price.
Planning note
Gutter pricing changes with material, house height, roof access, fascia condition, downspout routing, and local labor. Confirm measurements, material gauge, and final quote with your installer before scheduling.
Formula used
- Gutter linear feet is entered from your roof edge measurement.
- Material cost = linear feet x price per linear foot, set by material, size, and style.
- Guard cost = linear feet x guard price per linear foot, set by guard type.
- Downspout cost = downspout count x price per downspout.
- Corner cost = corner count x price per corner.
- Removal adds a flat labor line when old gutters come down.
- Installation cost = linear feet x install price per linear foot.
- Total cost = material + guards + downspouts + corners + removal + installation.
How much do gutters cost per linear foot?
Aluminum gutters, the most common choice, run about 6 to 12 dollars per linear foot installed. Vinyl is cheaper at 3 to 7 dollars, galvanized steel sits around 8 to 12 dollars, while copper runs 20 to 30 dollars and zinc 15 to 25 dollars per foot. This calculator lets you set the price per foot for any material your installer quotes.
How many linear feet of gutters do I need?
Measure the total roof edge where gutters go. A typical single-story home has about 120 to 200 linear feet of gutters. Count one downspout for every 30 to 40 feet of gutter run, and add a corner for every turn in the roofline.
Are seamless gutters worth it?
Seamless gutters have fewer joints, which means fewer leaks and less maintenance than sectional gutters. They cost a bit more but are the standard for new installations. Most quotes assume seamless unless you pick sectional.
Do gutter guards add much cost?
Gutter guards add a per-linear-foot charge on top of the gutter material. Basic screens are the cheapest, micro-mesh costs more but blocks smaller debris, and reverse-curve systems are the most expensive. Use the guard option in this calculator to add that line.
Does this include the roof and fascia repair?
No. This calculator covers gutters, guards, downspouts, corners, removal, and installation only. Rotted fascia boards, roof repairs, and underground drainage are separate budgets. Have your installer inspect the fascia before quoting.
Is this a contractor quote?
No. It is a planning estimate. Material gauge, house height, roof access, fascia condition, downspout routing, delivery, taxes, and labor vary by installer, region, and site conditions.