Gutter cleaning cost per linear foot by house height
| Height of the house | Installed price | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| One-story house | $0.50–$1.50 | Ladder work from the ground |
| Two-story house | $0.75–$2.50 | Longer ladders and more setup time |
| Three-story house | $1.25–$3.20 | The highest rates; some crews use lifts or roof access |
All three guides price the job by the linear foot and by the height of the house. They agree on the shape, with each extra story adding to the rate, and differ on the level: Fixr's rates for two and three stories run well above Angi's. The calculator starts at 150 feet of gutter, which prices out at $80–$230 for one story, $110–$380 for two stories and $190–$480 for three.
What changes the price
- Height of the house. This sets the per-foot rate more than anything else.
- Length of gutter. The total is the rate times the linear feet of gutter on the house.
- Roof pitch. Angi adds 15% for a steep roof.
- Season. Angi says peak-season bookings add 10% to 50%. That is not in the calculator.
- Clogged downspouts. Clearing them is usually an extra charge.
- Gutter guards. Guards that have to come off first add a charge.
- Where you live. The calculator adjusts the labor share for your state's construction laborer wages.
Extras to expect
| Item | Typical cost | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Clearing clogged downspouts | $50–$150 | When water backs up or the downspouts are packed with debris |
| Removing gutter guards | $30–$80 | When guards cover the gutters |
Roof cleaning and gutter repair are separate jobs. HomeGuide lists roof cleaning at $250 to $600 and gutter repair at $100 to $450, and Fixr prices cleaning the gutters and roof together at $650 to $1,100. Gutters that are sagging or leaking may need gutter replacement, and gutter guards cut down on cleaning. For roof problems see roof repair cost.
Questions to ask before you hire
- Is the price per linear foot or a flat fee for the house?
- Does it include flushing the downspouts and hauling away the debris?
- Is there a surcharge for a steep roof or a busy season?
- Do you remove and reinstall gutter guards, and what does that cost?
- Are you insured for ladder work on a house this height?
Methodology and sources
We price each house height per linear foot from three published guides, take the middle of their lows, midpoints and highs, and adjust the labor share for your state's wages. Forbes Home is used as an independent cross-check. Read how we estimate costs.
- HomeGuide: gutter cleaning cost — price per linear foot by height, downspouts, guard removal
- Angi: gutter cleaning cost — price per linear foot by height, steep roofs, peak season
- Fixr: gutter cleaning cost — price per linear foot by height, downspouts
- Forbes Home: gutter cleaning cost — used as an independent cross-check
- BLS OEWS May 2025, State (SOC 47-2061, Construction Laborers) — state labor index, used as a proxy for ladder work
What each source reports
Our estimate does not rely on any single page. This table lists each page we used and the figures it reports, so you can see where the ranges come from.
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Common questions about gutter cleaning costs
How much does gutter cleaning cost?
A typical job (one story) comes to about $150 nationally, within a range of $80 to $230. Use the calculator above to adjust for your state, the options you choose and any extras.
How much does it cost to clean gutters on a one-story house?
About $0.50–$1.50 per linear foot. For 150 feet of gutter that is $80–$230, and for 100 feet $50–$150.
How much does it cost to clean gutters on a two-story house?
About $0.75–$2.50 per linear foot, which is $110–$380 for 150 feet of gutter. The extra height means ladder work, so the rate is higher than for a one-story house.
How much does it cost to clean gutters on a three-story house?
About $1.25–$3.20 per linear foot, or $190–$480 for 150 feet of gutter.
What is the gutter cleaning cost per linear foot?
$0.50–$1.50 for a one-story house, $0.75–$2.50 for two stories and $1.25–$3.20 for three stories.
Does a steep roof cost more to clean?
Yes. Angi adds 15% for a steep roof, which takes a two-story house with 150 feet of gutter from $110–$380 to $130–$430. Angi also says peak-season bookings add 10% to 50%.
How much does it cost to clear a clogged downspout?
About $50–$150. Many crews charge it on top of the gutter cleaning.
Do gutter guards change the price?
Guards have to come off before the gutters can be cleaned, which HomeGuide puts at $30–$80. If you are tired of cleaning, see the gutter guard installation cost page.
How much does it cost to clean the gutters and the roof together?
Fixr prices gutters and roof cleaning together at $650 to $1,100. HomeGuide lists roof cleaning alone at $250 to $600 and gutter repair at $100 to $450.
Where do these prices come from?
They come from 3 published cost pages from 3 publishers, last checked Oct 9, 2026. We report what those pages say and do not invent figures; the table above shows each source.
How does my state change the estimate?
The labor part of the price is scaled by the average wage for the relevant trade in your state, using Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Materials and equipment are not adjusted.
Why might a contractor's quote differ from this estimate?
A quote reflects your specific scope, access, local demand and what the contractor includes. Ask for line items rather than a single total so you can compare bids on the same basis.
All 3 sources behind these prices
Every figure in the calculator comes from one or more of these pages, with the number each one supports in the link text.