How much does gutter cleaning cost in Pennsylvania?

Updated November 10, 2026 · KeystoneProGuide editorial team

What does a typical gutter cleaning cost?

Most published figures for one visit fall between about $100 and $400, and they depend heavily on how tall the house is. Three national cost surveys give these ranges:

• Angi puts the national average at $168, based on 37,376 projects, with most homeowners paying $119 to $234.
• HomeGuide gives $100 to $250 on average, a national average of $175, a low of $70 and a high of $400.
• Fixr gives a higher range of $200 to $400, averaging $300. Its example is 150 linear feet of gutters with light buildup on a two-story house, and its page was last updated in January 2025, so it is the oldest of the three.

None of these surveys publishes a figure for Pennsylvania or for any county here. They are national numbers, and a local quote can sit above or below them.

Why does the height of the house matter so much?

Every survey prices by the story. The table shows the per-foot rates they publish.

As whole-job prices, Angi gives $145 to $250 for a one-story home, $180 to $360 for two stories and $210 to $450 for three. HomeGuide's equivalents are $70 to $200, $100 to $275 and $130 to $400.

Height is also where the safety risk sits. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) says many ladder injuries happen at home, and Pennsylvania's Public Utility Commission says the highest electrical risk for people working around the house typically involves ladders and poles. Neither agency puts a height on what is safe for a homeowner, but both name the ladder as the hazard.

What else changes the price?

The surveys list several add-ons and surcharges. Each figure below is the publisher's own.

• Clogged downspouts. HomeGuide adds $60 to $150 for clearing heavily clogged downspouts. Angi lists downspout cleaning at $50 to $100.
• A steep roof. Angi says a steeper roof adds 15%.
• Neglect. Angi says gutters that have been left a long time cost 10% to 50% more to clean.
• Season. Angi says booking in the busy autumn and spring seasons can cost 10% to 50% more than off-peak.
• Guards. HomeGuide charges $30 to $80 extra to remove a gutter screen for cleaning.
• Hauling debris away. HomeGuide says some companies charge $20 to $35 to take the waste with them.
• Seamed or seamless gutters. Angi gives $165 to $250 to clean seamed gutters and $120 to $175 for seamless ones.

Pricing methods differ too. HomeGuide lists flat rates, per-foot rates and hourly rates of $40 to $80. Angi notes that some companies price by the square footage of the house instead, at around $0.40 per square foot for the first floor and $0.80 for the second. When you compare quotes, check that both use the same basis.

What do repairs, guards and new gutters cost?

Small repairs are often found during a cleaning. Larger work is priced quite differently.

The gutter guard figures disagree more than any others. For 200 feet of gutter, Angi's rate works out at $1,200 to $1,600, HomeGuide gives $3,000 to $9,000, and This Old House's survey of 1,000 homeowners averages $9,468. None of the three pages explains the gap, so ask any installer for a per-foot price and the type of guard, and compare like with like.

When do Pennsylvania's contract rules apply?

Pennsylvania's Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act covers jobs at a private home where the total price is more than $500. Most of the cleaning prices above sit below that line, while repairs, guards and new gutters usually sit above it. Above $500, the Attorney General says the contract must be in writing and signed, and must state the work, the dates, the total price and your right to cancel. For contracts of more than $5,000, the Act bars a contractor from taking a deposit of more than one-third of the price, with a narrow exception for some large retailers.

Whether a cleaning-only business has to register with the state is a separate question, covered in what Pennsylvania requires.

How do you compare two quotes fairly?

• Ask for the total length of gutter and the number of downspouts each company has priced, and the number of stories.
• Ask whether clearing the downspouts, removing guards and hauling debris away are included or extra.
• Ask whether the price is flat, per foot, per hour or per square foot of the house.
• For any repair, ask for a written price per item before the work starts, so an add-on found on the day is a choice and not a surprise.
• For guards or new gutters, get the price per linear foot and the material in writing.

The surveys' own spreads are wide enough that two honest quotes for the same house can differ a good deal. How to choose a gutter company covers the checks to run before you decide, and local businesses are listed on the gutter cleaning directory page.

Sources

1. How Much Does Gutter Cleaning Cost? [2026 Data], Angi
2. How Much Does Gutter Cleaning Cost? (2026), HomeGuide
3. Gutter Cleaning Cost: Average Price to Clean Gutters, Fixr
4. How Much Does Gutter Guard Installation Cost? (2026), HomeGuide
5. Gutter Guard Installation Costs (2026): Professional vs. DIY Methods, This Old House
6. How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost? (2026), HomeGuide
7. Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (2008 Act 132), Pennsylvania General Assembly
8. Frequently Asked Questions: Home Improvement Contractor Registration, Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General
9. Ladder Safety, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (CDC)
10. Power Up Your Safety: PUC Essential Electric Tips for Pennsylvania's Warmer Months, Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission