GUTTERS
How Much Do Gutter Guards Cost?
Estimate gutter guard cost per linear foot — mesh, foam, covers and installation — with the free calculator.
Gutter guards stop leaves and debris from clogging your gutters, saving you ladder time and protecting the foundation. The price depends on guard type and length. This guide covers the costs and a calculator.
THE SHORT ANSWER
The short answer
Gutter guards run $1.50–$9 per linear ft installed. A typical 120 ft home costs $400–$1,100 for mesh guards or up to $2,000 for solid covers. Aluminum mesh is the best value.
Guard types and costs
Aluminum mesh is the best value — durable and water passes through. Foam is cheap but degrades; screens are budget; solid covers stop leaves but cost more and can overflow in heavy rain.
- Mesh (aluminum): $1.50–$4 per linear ft
- Foam: $1–$2 per linear ft
- Screen: $1.50–$3 per linear ft
- Solid covers: $4–$9 per linear ft
Installation makes or breaks it
Installation adds $2-$5 per linear ft. A poor install — misaligned guards, gaps at corners — defeats the purpose. Roof access and story height affect labor cost.
Do they really save money?
Guards cost $400-$1,100 on an average home. If you hire gutter cleaning twice a year at $100-$250 per visit, guards pay for themselves in 2-3 years — and protect the foundation from overflow damage.
Try the calculator with your gutters
Enter the gutter length, guard price per linear ft and installation per linear ft to see the total.