Marietta Gutter SpecialistsGutter Costs Around Marietta
Every published range for installation, guards, cleaning and repair, in one place, with the source next to each number.
Call (770) 678-7045Published gutter prices disagree, sometimes by a factor of two or more, because each source surveys different jobs and regions. Rather than pick one number, this page lays the ranges side by side with where each came from. All are national figures unless marked; quotes around Marietta land wherever the specific house puts them.
New gutters and replacement
| Item | Installed cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Gutters, overall | $12–$25 per linear foot | HomeGuide, Oct 2025 |
| Typical whole home | $2,200–$5,000 | HomeGuide |
| Aluminum | $10–$20 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Seamless aluminum | $14–$20 per linear foot | Fixr, Jan 2025 |
| Seamless steel | $12–$20 per linear foot | Fixr |
| Copper | $25–$40+ per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Seamless copper | $29–$40 per linear foot | Fixr |
| Seamless vs sectional | +$3–$5 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| 6-inch vs 5-inch | +$1–$2 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Two-story home | +$1–$3 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Remove old gutters | $50–$200 | HomeGuide |
| Downspouts | $30–$75 each | HomeGuide |
Gutter guards
| Guard type | Reported average per linear foot | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Micro-mesh | $40.50 | This Old House, Oct 2026 |
| Reverse-curve (surface tension) | $41.22 | This Old House |
| Screen | $38.12 | This Old House |
| Foam insert | $21.58 | This Old House |
| Brush | $18.94 | This Old House |
| All types (survey average) | $39.71 | This Old House |
Guard prices show the widest spread of anything on this page. Basic screens and inserts can cost a fraction of these averages, while professionally installed mesh and covers sit near them. The gutter guards page compares how each type handles pine needles and pollen.
Cleaning
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Average cleaning | $100–$250 (national average $175) | HomeGuide, Nov 2025 |
| One-story home | $70–$200 | HomeGuide |
| Two-story home | $100–$275 | HomeGuide |
| Per linear foot | $0.50–$2.50 | HomeGuide |
| Clogged downspouts | +$60–$150 | HomeGuide |
Repairs
| Repair | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Average repair | $275 (typical $100–$450) | HomeGuide, Nov 2025 |
| Sagging gutter | $75–$300 | HomeGuide |
| Reseal seams | $1.50–$6.50 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Replace a hanger | $2–$3 each plus labor | HomeGuide |
| Patch small holes | $100–$225 | HomeGuide |
| Downspout replacement | $30–$75 each; $2–$4 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Copper downspouts | $15–$35 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
| Fascia and soffit | $4–$22 per linear foot | HomeGuide |
What moves the price on a Marietta house
- Stories and pitch. Two-story homes and steep roofs, common in East Cobb and Kennesaw, take longer and need more equipment.
- Length and corners. Price follows linear feet, and every inside or outside corner adds labor.
- Trees. Heavy canopy means more cleaning, and is the main reason guards get added.
- Fascia condition. Rotted boards found when old gutters come down add to the bill.
- Material and profile. Copper and half-round on historic homes cost the most.
- Drainage work. Underground downspout lines on clay are priced separately.
Why published ranges disagree
National cost guides blend different regions, house sizes and job types, and each defines its ranges differently: some quote materials only, some installed price, some a survey of what homeowners report paying. Treat any single figure as a starting point, and compare written quotes on the same specification.
Cost questions
Why do gutter quotes vary so much?
Quotes often describe different systems: 5-inch versus 6-inch, thin versus heavy aluminum, spikes versus hidden hangers, more or fewer downspouts, with or without fascia repair and removal of the old gutters. Comparing price per linear foot for the same specification makes the gap clearer.
Is a 6-inch gutter worth the extra cost?
On large or steep roof planes that overflow in summer storms, usually yes; the national difference is about $1 to $2 per linear foot. On a small single-story roof, a 5-inch gutter is normally enough.
Do two-story homes cost more?
Yes. Taller ladders, more setup and slower work add roughly $1 to $3 per linear foot on installation, and two-story cleanings run higher than one-story ones.