Gutter replacement in Tampa
Old gutters come off, the roof edge behind them gets inspected and repaired, and a new system goes up that fits how your roof actually drains.
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- Measured on site
- Written scope before booking
Out with the old
When patching stops making sense
Most gutters don't fail all at once. A seam starts dripping, then a corner, then a section starts to lean away from the house. Each fix buys a season. At some point the list of small repairs costs more, and does less, than starting over.
Gutter replacement means removing the whole system, dealing with what the old gutters were hiding on the roof edge, and installing a new one. On most Tampa homes that new system is continuous aluminum runs formed at the house, with corners mitered and downspouts placed where the water needs to go rather than where the last installer happened to put them.
If the house has never had gutters, or only has them over the front door, that's a first-time gutter installation and the planning starts from scratch. Replacement is for homes that already have a system that has stopped doing its job.
Repair or replace? A quick read
| What you see | Usually points to |
|---|---|
| One leaking corner or end cap | Repair |
| A single loose hanger or short sag | Repair |
| Leaks at joints along every run | Replace |
| Rust streaks, holes or split seams | Replace |
| Gutters pulling off rotten fascia in several places | Replace, with fascia work |
| Overflow in every storm even when clean | Replace with larger gutters or more outlets |
Only one or two problems? Our gutter repair service may be all you need.
Behind the gutter
What often turns up when old gutters come down
The gutter itself is rarely the whole story. Once it's off the wall, the fascia and roof edge tell you how long water has been getting where it shouldn't.
Soft or rotted fascia
Wood fascia is common on Tampa homes, and it's the first thing to go when a gutter leaks at the back or overflows toward the house. Rot often hides behind the gutter where you can't see it from the ground. We probe it once the old system is off and replace damaged boards before hanging anything new.
Missing or short drip edge
If the roof edge flashing doesn't reach into the gutter, water runs down the back of the gutter instead of into it. That shows up as stained fascia and peeling paint on the soffit.
Spike-and-ferrule holes
Older gutters were often hung with long spikes driven through the face. Over years those holes wallow out and the wood splits. New hidden hangers need solid material to fasten into, so these spots get filled or the board gets replaced.
Wasp nests, moss and packed debris
Spanish moss, oak leaves and pine needles collect in the gaps behind old gutters. It's not a structural issue, but it holds moisture against the wood and we clean it out before the new run goes up.
Fascia repair is quoted as its own line when we can see it's needed. Some rot only shows once the gutters are off. If that happens, we stop and show you before doing extra work.
Sectional vs one-piece runs. Sectional gutters are joined every 10 feet or so, and each joint is a sealed overlap. Sealant bakes and cracks in Florida sun, and each joint becomes a slow drip onto the fascia. A continuous run only has joints at the corners and the outlets.
More detail in our seamless vs sectional comparison.
The upgrade
Replacing sectional gutters with seamless runs
A lot of the replacement work we do around Tampa is swapping out sectional gutters that were bought in 10-foot lengths and joined on the wall. They were a reasonable choice when they went up. The problem is the joints. Every one depends on sealant, and every one is a spot where a small leak soaks the same patch of wood storm after storm.
Our replacement gutters are seamless gutters formed on site from aluminum coil and cut to the exact length of each wall. A 40-foot eave gets one 40-foot piece. That removes most of the joints the old system had, and the ones that remain (miters, end caps, outlets) are easier to seal properly and easier to check.
Replacement is also the time to fix a size problem. If the old 5" gutter overflowed at the valley every afternoon in August, the new one can be 6", or the run can get a second downspout. Copying the old layout just repeats the old failure.
How it goes
Our gutter replacement process
Most single-family replacements are done in a day or so. Fascia repair and two-story walls add time, and we'll tell you up front if we expect that.
Assess
We look at the old system, the fascia, the roof edge and where water collects on the ground. You get a written scope with sizes, color, downspouts and any wood repair.
Tear off
Old gutters, hangers, spikes and downspouts come down. We haul them away rather than leaving a pile by the curb.
Repair the edge
Rotted fascia is cut out and replaced, fastener holes dealt with, and drip edge checked so water lands in the new gutter.
Form and hang
New runs are formed from coil at the house, hung on hidden hangers and pitched toward each outlet.
Drain and test
Downspouts are strapped and routed away from the slab, then we run water through to check flow before cleaning up.
Timing
Replacing gutters with a new roof
If a re-roof is on the calendar, it makes sense to plan the gutters around it. Roofers often need to take gutters down or work around them to replace the drip edge, and old gutters don't always go back up cleanly afterward. Scheduling the gutter replacement right after the roof is finished means the new drip edge and the new gutters are fitted together.
It also avoids paying twice. Hanging new gutters a month before the roofer pulls them off to install flashing is a common and expensive mistake.
How long a gutter system should last depends on the material, the installation and how it's been maintained. We cover typical lifespans, and what shortens them here, in how often gutters need replacing in Florida.
Good moments to replace
- Right after a re-roof, once the new drip edge is on
- Before painting the exterior, so the new gutters aren't hung on fresh paint
- Before the summer storm season, when the old system will be tested hardest
- When fascia repair is already planned for another reason
- When adding a lanai or patio roof that changes how the roof drains
Warning signs
Signs it's time for new gutters
Walk around the house during or right after a heavy storm. That's when a failing system gives itself away.
- Water dripping from joints along the whole length of a run
- Gutters visibly leaning out from the roof edge
- Standing water in the gutter a day after rain
- Peeling paint or dark stains on the fascia behind the gutter
- Rust or pinholes in older steel gutters
- Downspouts disconnected or crushed at the bottom
- Washed-out beds or bare soil under the gutter line
- Dark splash-back bands on the stucco beneath overflowing sections
For photos and a longer walk-through, see the signs your gutters need replacing.
Cost factors
What goes into a replacement quote
We don't price replacements over the phone, because the fascia and the layout vary so much from house to house. What changes the number:
- Linear feet of gutter and the number of miters
- Removal and disposal of the old system
- How much fascia or drip edge needs replacing
- Gutter size and coil gauge
- Number of downspouts and extensions, and where they discharge
- Story height, pool cages and other access issues
- Optional add-ons such as gutter guards
Comparing two quotes? Check whether each one includes tear-off and haul-away, and what it says about fascia. A low number that leaves out rotted wood usually turns into a change order once the old gutters are down.
Gutter replacement questions
Can you replace just one side of the house?
Yes. If only the back runs are failing, we can replace those and leave the rest. The catch is matching. Color and profile can differ slightly from older gutters, so on a visible front elevation some homeowners prefer to do the whole face at once.
Do you reuse the old downspouts?
Usually not. Old downspouts are often dented, a different size from the new outlets, or placed in spots that dump water by the slab. We replace them and reconsider where each one goes.
What if the fascia is rotten?
We replace the damaged sections before hanging new gutters. New gutters on soft wood pull loose and the same problem comes back. Fascia work is listed separately on the quote so you can see what it covers.
Is there a warranty on new gutters?
Coil and finish manufacturers publish their own product warranties. Ask about the manufacturer's warranty on the coil we're quoting and we'll tell you what applies.
Services that go with a replacement
Replacing gutters across the Tampa area
We replace gutters in Tampa and nearby towns including Temple Terrace, Town 'n' Country, Brandon and Riverview. View all service areas.
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Talk to us about the house and what the water is doing. We'll arrange a time to measure and give you a clear written quote. There's no charge and no obligation.
Call (813) 694-8119620 E Twiggs St, Tampa, FL 33602
What happens when you call
- Tell us what's happeningOverflow, leaks, sagging, or a house with no gutters yet.
- We come out and measureRoof edge, fascia, trees and where the water needs to go.
- You get a written quoteSizes, color, downspouts and any repairs, before anything is booked.