Gutter cleaning quote ready before you climb
Homeowners want a number from the driveway, not after you climb. The sample prices 160 ft of two story gutter per foot, six downspouts each, and guards as an upgrade.
- Two story gutters, downspout flushing and debris disposal
- Guards the customer ticks update the total at once
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What a gutter estimate template should include
Send a clear gutter cleaning quote in a few minutes: price gutters by the linear foot for the height of the house, list downspouts each, add disposal, and offer gutter guards as an optional line. The sample cleans 160 ft of gutters on a two story house, flushes six downspouts and checks for leaks. Use it in the free quote maker or grab the Word, Excel or PDF file.
Gutter cleaning looks simple, but the price depends on the length of gutter, the height of the eaves, the number of downspouts and how packed they are. A short, clear quote covers each of these and says what you check for while you are up on the ladder.
- Linear feet of gutterMeasure along the eaves or work it out from the footprint. Price per linear foot, noting each run and its story height.
- Stories and roof pitchOne, two or three stories, and whether you work from the ladder or walk the roof. Steep or fragile roofs mean ladder work only.
- DownspoutsCount each one, and price flushing and unclogging per downspout, including any underground drain you test.
- Debris removalBagging debris and hauling it away, or composting on site if the customer agrees, plus rinsing splash off walls and paths.
- Inspection notesLeaking joints, sagging runs, loose hangers or poor slope, recorded with photos and quoted separately.
- Visit frequencyOne time, or a plan of two visits a year in spring and fall, with a price per visit.
- Gutter guardsMesh or screen guards priced per linear foot as an optional upgrade, with the product named.
- Minor repairsResealing a joint or refastening a hanger, priced each so the customer can approve on the day.
Sample gutter cleaning quotation for a two story house
Clearflow Gutters prices a visit for Ben Walsh: 160 ft of two story gutter at $1.25 per foot, six downspouts flushed at $15 each, and $35 to bag and dispose of the debris. Installing gutter guards along the same 160 ft at $6.50 per foot is listed as optional, so the $325 subtotal covers the clean only. No deposit is taken. The rates shown are examples to adapt.
| Item | Group | Qty | Rate | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gutter cleaning, two story | Labor | 160 ft | $1.25 | $200.00 |
| Flush downspouts | Labor | 6 each | $15.00 | $90.00 |
| Debris bag and disposal | Labor | 1 job | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Install gutter guards | Optional extras (optional) | 160 ft | $6.50 | ($1,040.00) |
| Subtotal before tax | $325.00 | |||
| Optional extras, not in the total | $1,040.00 | |||
4 lines are filled in, from gutter cleaning, two story to install gutter guards. Put in your own gutter cleaning rates, then download the PDF.
How to price gutter cleaning
Most gutter cleaners charge by the linear foot with a higher rate for each extra story, plus a per downspout charge and a minimum per visit. Some quote a flat price by house size instead. Either way, test the price against how long ladder moves and cleanup really take.
- Per linear foot by storySeparate rates for single story and two story runs. The higher rate covers longer ladders, more setup per run and slower work.
- Flat price by house sizeA set price for a typical one or two story house, adjusted for heavy debris or steep roofs. Fast to quote from the street or an aerial photo.
- Per downspout and per repairFlushing, unclogging and small repairs priced each, so heavy blockages are paid for without raising the base rate.
- Plan pricingA per visit price for twice yearly service, with the customer committing to both visits in return for a slightly lower rate.
Ladder work carries risk and setup time, so a minimum charge per visit is reasonable. A rate card template keeps per foot and per downspout prices consistent, and the full template library covers related exterior trades.
Worked example: quoting a clean with a gutter guard option
- Measure from the footprintA hip roof house 50 ft by 30 ft has gutter on all four sides: 2 x (50 + 30) = 160 ft.
- Expect the downspoutsAt one downspout per 30 ft of gutter, 160 / 30 = 5.3, so expect 6. Count them on site to confirm.
- Price the clean160 ft at an example $1.25 per foot for two story work is $200. Six downspouts at $15 add $90, and disposal adds $35: $325.
- Check the timeIf two story gutters take you 50 ft per hour including ladder moves, 160 ft is 3.2 hours, and $325 / 3.2 = $101.56 an hour before travel and fuel.
- Price the upgradeGuards at $6.50 per foot over 160 ft come to $1,040. Shown as optional, the customer can accept the clean alone or tick the guards and see $1,365.
Packed gutters, trees hanging over the roof, or a steep pitch that needs a harness setup slow you down, so adjust the feet per hour before you quote.
Gutter cleaning inclusions and exclusions
Usually included
- Hand removal of debris from all listed gutters
- Flushing downspouts with water
- Bagging and removing debris
- Rinsing splash from walls and windows below
- Photos of any problems found
Excluded unless priced
- Repairs to leaking joints, hangers or sagging runs
- Clearing underground drains past the downspout
- Roof cleaning or moss treatment
- Gutter replacement or realignment
- Roofs too steep or fragile to access safely
Gutter cleaning quote mistakes
- Using one per foot rate for every story, so two story jobs pay the same as single story homes.
- Forgetting the downspouts, which can take longer than the gutters when they are packed solid.
- Having no minimum charge, so a short garage gutter costs you a whole trip.
- Leaving debris on the lawn or splashed on siding because cleanup was never on the quote.
- Promising to fix leaks without seeing them, instead of photographing and pricing the repair.
- Not asking about underground drains, then being expected to clear them for nothing.
Gutter cleaning quote questions
How do you quote gutter cleaning?
Measure the linear feet of gutter, note the stories and roof pitch, and count the downspouts. Price the gutters per foot by story, downspouts each and disposal as one item, then apply a minimum charge. Offer repairs or guards as optional lines so the customer can choose them.
How much do gutter cleaners charge per foot?
Rates vary by region, story height and how full the gutters are, so there is no single figure. Work out your own from how many feet you clean per hour and your hourly target. The sample uses $1.25 per foot for two story work as an example only.
Should gutter guards be on the same quote?
Yes, as an optional line. The customer sees the clean as the main price and can add guards without asking for a second quote. Name the guard product and price it per linear foot over the same run you cleaned.
Do I need a deposit for gutter cleaning?
Usually not for a standard clean, which is paid when the work is done. For guard installation, where you buy materials in advance, a deposit makes sense. See how deposits work on quotes for the wording.
What should a gutter cleaning quotation include?
The address, linear feet and stories, number of downspouts, what the clean includes, debris disposal, inspection notes, optional repairs or guards, the price, payment terms and a valid until date. Our quotation format guide shows the standard layout.
How often should gutters be cleaned?
It depends on the trees around the house. A common pattern is twice a year, in spring and fall, while homes under pines or big oaks may need more. Offering a two visit plan on the quote makes repeat work easy to accept.
