Gutter cleaning cost: what handymen charge in 2026
Short answer: gutter cleaning costs about $130 to $250 for a one-story home and $150 to $350 for two stories, or about $0.80 to $2.00 per linear foot (Taskrabbit, October 2026). An average home with 150 to 200 feet of gutter runs about $120 to $300. Flushing downspouts and small repairs cost extra.
Figures from Taskrabbit's gutter cleaning cost guide (updated October 1, 2026). National ranges; check local prices.
Cost by home
| Home | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Single story | $130–$250 |
| Two story | $150–$350 |
| Three story or higher | $200–$450+ |
| Small home (about 100 ft of gutter) | $80–$150 |
| Average home (150–200 ft) | $120–$300 |
| Large home (250+ ft) | $200–$500+ |
| Per linear foot | $0.80–$2.00 |
Add-ons
- Flushing downspouts: $50–$100
- Downspout extensions: $30–$60 each
- Sealing leaks: $50–$125
- Minor gutter repair: $75–$200
- Roof debris removal: $50–$150
- Gutter guards: $7–$15 per linear foot installed
How to price gutter cleaning
- Measure the gutter run (the roof edge, not the house footprint) or count it from satellite photos, then price per foot with a minimum.
- Charge more for steep roofs, second and third stories, and heavy clogs after a long gap.
- Put downspout flushing, repairs and haul-away on separate lines, with guards as an optional add-on.
- Sell it as a repeat visit in spring and fall. In PlainJob, a job can repeat every 26 weeks so the next visit is added when the last one is paid.
- Ladder work is where handymen get hurt. Make sure your insurance covers it; see handyman insurance.
More prices in the handyman price list.
Sources
- Taskrabbit: How much does gutter cleaning cost? (updated October 1, 2026)
Questions
How much does gutter cleaning cost?
About $130 to $250 for a one-story home and $150 to $350 for two stories, or roughly $0.80 to $2.00 per linear foot, according to Taskrabbit.
How often should gutters be cleaned?
Most homes need it twice a year, in spring and fall, and more often under heavy trees.
What do handymen charge per foot for gutter cleaning?
About $0.80 to $2.00 per linear foot, with higher prices for taller homes, steep roofs and heavy clogs.
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